Complete Genome Sequence of a New Tobamovirus Naturally Infecting Tomatoes in Mexico

The complete genomic sequence of a new tobamovirus in tomatoes was determined through deep sequencing and assembly of small RNAs, then validated through Sanger sequencing. Based on the low sequence identity (<= 85%) to known viruses and a close phylogenetic relationship to tobamoviruses, it was identified as a new species.