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Lettuce Crisis Hits Farmers Hard | Wilmington News
A nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak is sending shockwaves through the lettuce industry, forcing farmers to destroy hundreds of thousands of pounds of romaine—even when their crops weren’t confirmed infected. Consumer fear, fueled by recalls and media coverage, has led to a 30% drop in sales, with iceberg lettuce and other greens taking a hit. While some growers are devastated by the economic fallout and wasted harvests, others remain defiant, stressing the health benefits of fresh produce and hoping public trust will rebound. The ripple effect extends beyond lettuce—salad dressing sales are…
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