The FDA reports that one strain of salmonella was detected in untreated canal water used by a Florida cucumber grower.
- Jul 03, 2024
- Food Safety , Cucumbers
The FDA reports that one strain of salmonella was detected in untreated canal water used by a Florida cucumber grower.
In response to a positive sample, Fresh Start Produce Sales recalled its standard cucumbers sold in several states.
The Packer’s Organic Fresh Trends 2024 reports that 13% of consumers said they shop for organic cucumbers exclusively, and 1 in 3 consumers reported purchasing organic cucumbers at least periodically.
According to Fresh Trends 2023, 46% of consumers reported fresh cucumber purchases in the past year.