Source: Fortune.com
Summary
A multistate salmonella outbreak has been linked to jalapeño peppers from a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico. At least 345 people in 27 states have been reported sick, with 36 hospitalized. The peppers were distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors, which has recalled the product and notified its customers, including Chipotle Mexican Grill and Qdoba. Both restaurants have removed jalapeños from their menus. The FDA is investigating whether the peppers were sold in grocery stores.
Our Reading
The numbers tell one story. Chipotle Mexican Grill and Qdoba have removed jalapeños from their menus after being linked to a salmonella outbreak. Coast Citrus Distributors has recalled the peppers and notified its customers. The FDA is investigating further. Chipotle’s stock has tumbled nearly 10% since the news broke. The outbreak highlights the challenges of food safety in the supply chain.
Author: Evan Null
