FDA finds cyclospora at Mexican farm linked to lettuce outbreak

· Science · Mexico · United States

The FDA said its inspectors detected cyclospora at the Mexican farm blamed for the largest foodborne illness outbreak of the parasite in U.S. history. The finding confirms the source of the outbreak linked to lettuce.

Why it matters：The FDA's confirmation of the outbreak source may lead to stricter import controls and farm inspections to prevent future incidents.

Key points

  • FDA inspectors detected cyclospora at the Mexican farm.
  • The farm is blamed for the largest foodborne illness outbreak of the parasite in U.S. history.
  • The outbreak has been linked to lettuce.

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