Salmonella Outbreak Connected to Cucumbers

FDA and Centers for Disease Control probing for connections in foodborne illness case that has sickened scores of people.

The retailer is recalling organic zucchini distributed by World Variety Produce due to Salmonella concerns.

Investigators say restaurant condiment cup that held onions, cilantro, and lime tested positive.

Walmart issued a voluntary recall for potentially listeria-contaminated watermelon. Just a couple days later, Michigan-based retail Meijer and Arizona-based distributor Eagle Produce recalled cantaloupes due to possible Salmonella.

The mushrooms were likely imported.

Two-pound bags supplied by Wawona Packing Co. voluntarily removed from shelves of Aldi stores in up to 20 states due to possible contamination.

CDC says the outbreak now involves 43 states.

A California grower/shipper issued a recall involving the entire U.S.

Understanding pathogenic bacteria in agriculture helps us better appreciate what the produce industry faces when it comes to improving food safety.

Unlike the recent fatal E. coli outbreak linked to Yuma, AZ-grown romaine, the CDC was able to link the outbreak to a source quickly and issue a recall.

A new study shows minimal damage to salad leaves in bagged salads stimulate the presence of Salmonella enterica.

Andrew and Williamson Fresh Produce recalls Limited Edition brand cucumbers because of possible health risk.

FDA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention along with state and local officials continue to investigate the food-borne illness outbreak.

FDA officer Michael Mahovic reviews the findings from Chamberlain Farms’ 2012 outbreak and provides food safety pointers.

California field studies on E. coli and Salmonella will lead to better food safety policies.