A Lettuce-Growing Region in Mexico Stomachs the Fallout From the Cyclospora Outbreak

A region in central Mexico known for growing lettuce has been potentially linked to a Cyclospora outbreak in the US. The outbreak has reportedly sickened thousands of people, prompting concerns about the safety of produce imported from the region. Local farmers and authorities are likely to face significant economic and reputational fallout as a result of the outbreak. The region's lettuce industry may suffer long-term consequences if the link to the outbreak is confirmed.

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