Official Statement Regarding Diarrhea Illness & New Jersey Farms
Edward D. Wengryn, New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture has penned a very important letter to all New Jersey residents and consumers.
New Jersey Farms & Cyclosporiasis Outbreak
To date, no New Jersey-grown produce has been identified as a source of cyclosporiasis cases. National and New Jersey health officials and experts are continuing to investigate the outbreak and monitor any cases, wrote Wengryn.
Regarding New Jersey Food Safety
Wengryn wrote further:
Our Jersey Fresh farmers meet the high-quality standards imposed not only by their own compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) but also with the quality-grading standards of the Jersey Fresh program, according to Wengryn.
Secretary Wengryn Has Provided The Following Important Advice
To help protect against cyclosporiasis and other foodborne illnesses, NJDOH and NJDA recommend:
- Wash your hands with soap and water before and after preparing fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Wash all fruits and vegetables thoroughly under running water, even if you plan to peel them.
- Scrub firm produce, such as melons and cucumbers, with a clean produce brush.
- Cut away any damaged or bruised areas on fruits and vegetables before preparing or eating.
- Refrigerate cut, peeled, or cooked fruits and vegetables promptly.
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