The Shocking Way Your Lettuce Might Be Getting Contaminated

The Shocking Way Your Lettuce Might Be Getting Contaminated

Romaine lettuce has been linked to repeated E. coli outbreaks, but new research from Cornell University uncovers how contamination happens—and how to stop it. The study highlights irrigation water, especially untreated surface water applied through spray systems, as a key culprit. Switching to drip or furrow irrigation and improving cold storage during transport can drastically [...]