First, we would like to extend our deepest sympathies to all the families affected by the listeria outbreak. Together with the Center for Disease Control, we have determined that the processing equipment had a non-functioning part designed to spray an anti-bacterial solution on the cantaloupe. A chlorine spray should have been used to clean the fruit of bacteria. The source of neglect, if used, would have prevented contamination.
Currently, our officials are meeting with the 28 state agencies affected to determine best practices in the event of a reoccurrence. The FDA is currently drafting stricter guidelines to prevent foodborne illness. We are working closely with Denver’s Board of Environmental Health and other health officials to raise
Currently, our officials are meeting with the 28 state agencies affected to determine best practices in the event of a reoccurrence. The FDA is currently drafting stricter guidelines to prevent foodborne illness. We are working closely with Denver’s Board of Environmental Health and other health officials to raise