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Blockchain: Preventing E. Coli Through Enhanced Traceability

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Health officials narrowed the source down to romaine lettuce, but identifying which romaine lettuce from where is still a problem. Then, after an outbreak at an Alaska prison pointed to whole romaine lettuce heads, the CDC targeted all romaine grown in Yuma, Arizona. First, consumers were instructed to avoid prechopped romaine lettuce.

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The Definitive Guide on Produce Season Transportation Impacts

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And if most of your production happens in FL, you may choose to divert sourcing to your secondary facility, say in New Jersey, during heavy produce shipping season months to avoid the heightened costs. Arizona is known for its plentiful sunshine and arid climate, making it a great state to grow leafy vegetables all year long.