Food Fingerprint Found in Nationwide Salmonella Outbreak
added 07/22/08
According to the Associated Press, inspectors with the FDA believe they may have found a clue-the equivalent of a food fingerprint-in the mystery surrounding the nationwide salmonella outbreak that’s affected produce supplies since early spring.
The article claims the mystery is far from solved, but a bacteria-tainted jalepeno pepper found in Texas may be an important piece of the puzzle. The government is also strengthening its earlier precaution against hot peppers to a full-blown warning that no one should eat fresh jalapenos—or products such as fresh salsa made from them—until it can better pinpoint where tainted ones may have sold.
Meet Jolene Labonte
It’s not easy keeping the big and busy Co-op Merchandising area organized. In fact, it was so difficult that not long ago we realized someone special needed to help us with it. Fortunately, Jolene agreed to take on the job, and we’re lucky that she did. Jolene has been at the Co-op for a long time. She’s smart, friendly, and super organized. She spent years helping customers at our Service Desk, and was so good at what she did she was given more responsibility. Now she assists our Merchandising Director and Assistant Director, and with her help all of our merchandisers can more easily do what they do so well.
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If the Co-op is famous for anything, it’s for our Produce Departments. This is where you’ll find everything from that perfect Florida or California orange to the best products from local growers all over the area. The people who work here know what they’re doing, too. The jobs are competitive, and the staff members are proud of their careers. Come visit us, ask our employees for their expertise, and take advantage of having access to the best Produce Department in the Upper Valley.
