Tag: Handling produce

According to the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI), commercially packaged frozen fruit is typically washed before freezing and is ready to eat straight from the bag. This leads many to wonder: are frozen blueberries safe to eat without washing? The short answer is yes, with important caveats regarding origin and risk.

According to the CDC, a 2011 Listeria outbreak linked to cantaloupes caused 147 illnesses and 33 deaths, highlighting the serious risks associated with this seemingly harmless fruit. While melon is a healthy food, it can harbor dangerous bacteria if not handled and stored correctly.