Melons

  • Melons linked to U.S. salmonella outbreak

    8/20/12 7:35 AM Comment

    Health officials in Indiana and Kentucky say they are investigating farms, distributors and retailers after an outbreak of salmonella that has killed two and sickened at least 141 people nationwide was linked to cantaloupe grown in southwestern Indiana.

  • Summer Heat, Drought Bringing Out Flavor in Produce

    8/15/12 7:11 PM Comment

    Even though the excruciating triple-digit heat and widespread drought has taken a toll on many crops, the sweetness and spiciness of certain produce is a bit zestier.