Answers to readers’ questions about E. coli and leafy greens
The News Review:
- Answers to readers’ questions about E. coli and leafy greens
- New Southern Maryland Trails Launching in October
- Arnesen ‘relaxed’ but clubs are not
- ‘Army of One’ to open Fusion 06 today
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Answers to readers’ questions about E. coli and leafy greens
Seattle Times - Sep 21, 2006
Uptake of contaminated water by a plant is also possible with some produce during the growing time or immediately after harvest (during processing). Improperly processed animal based fertilizer (manure) that is applied to a crop can also spread contaminants to produce. Q: Do I need to worry about produce that I grow in my garden?— Michele Leslie, seattle
A: Home grown produce is not implicated in this outbreak but you should always take precautions with any produce. Wash it thoroughly before you eat it. Q: Are any of the problems linked to Washington state? Is there any advantage in buying directly from local farmers?— Kris, Seattle, WA
A: So far, none of the implicated product has been linked to spinach grown in Washington, but as of today the investigation is still on-going. Buying from local farmers usually means fresher product. Local farmers are a great resource to a community.
New Southern Maryland Trails Launching in October
Southern Maryland Online - Sep 21, 2006
The trails are arranged to make it easy for visitors to plan a “driving trail trip” for a day or a weekend and to encourage visitors from inside and outside Southern Maryland to explore the farm-based activities, original arts and local hospitality of the area. Trails include sites that celebrate Southern Maryland’s natural culture and heritage, including farms, art studios and galleries, eateries, lodgings and more. “The emphasis is on quality and authenticity: things that are home-grown and hand-made,” said Christine Bergmark, executive director of the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission, the organization that spear-headed the trails project.