Lettuce Sales Surge Amid Cyclosporiasis Fears | Montpelier News

When a cyclosporiasis outbreak hits, farmers markets are seeing a lettuce boom—locals are flocking to buy more local greens, trusting homegrown produce over uncertain sources. Malachi Witt of Witt Acres Farms reports nearly doubled sales as shoppers ask if their lettuce is safe, sparking a surge in demand for nearby farms. Vermont health officials confirm six cases, but say most stem from travelers outside the state—not local contamination. It’s a quirky twist: public health fears fueling a local economic lift, proving how food safety scares can reshape consumer habits—and boost small farms. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/256ef23e8164fae3