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Launched in 2019, the ATCC Genome Portal (AGP) provides high-quality reference genomes for ATCC's microbial collection. As of October 2024, 5,000 microbial genomes with supporting metadata are available. The AGP standardizes genomic assemblies through a bioinformatics workflow, addressing challenges in diverse organism pipelines. Monthly releases include viral, fungal, and protist genomes, enhancing data quality and provenance.