Denver Farmers Market Shoppers Address Food Safety Amid Cyclospora Outbreak
Amid a national outbreak of Cyclosporiasis, shoppers at Denver's City Park Farmers Market are increasingly concerned about food safety, particularly regarding leafy greens. The outbreak has prompted many consumers to seek local produce as a safer alternative to potentially contaminated national supplies. The Cyclospora parasite, which causes the illness, is often linked to imported produce, leading to heightened vigilance among consumers and vendors alike. The market has seen a rise in customers who are prioritizing locally sourced products, hoping to avoid the health risks associated with the outbreak.