Food consolidation spreads cyclospora outbreak farther
Food industry consolidation is amplifying a cyclospora outbreak that has sickened thousands across the United States. Centralized sourcing and distribution networks carry contamination far beyond its origin, according to food safety experts.
Key facts
- Food industry consolidation is amplifying the cyclospora outbreak.
- The outbreak has sickened thousands across the United States.
- Centralized sourcing and distribution networks spread contamination.
- Contamination travels far beyond its point of origin.
- Food safety experts provided the analysis.
Entities
Locations
- United States
Sources
- Quartz —