Rain and Irrigation Can Make Crops Temporary Bacteria Farms
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Understanding Bacterial Blooms: Cantaloupe Consumption and Food Safety
This chapter explores the decline in cantaloupe consumption following a lethal listeria outbreak in 2011. It discusses research indicating that bacteria levels in spinach fields increase after rain, suggesting strategies for farmers to mitigate foodborne illness risks.
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