What could be healthier than home-grown fruits & vegetables? Unfortunately, following heavy rain and flooding of the vegetable garden, your home-grown produce may not be so healthy for you. Flood waters many be contaminated by any combination of sewage, river or creek water, farm run-off or industrial pollutants. Bacteria, parasites, viruses and chemical contaminants are the biggest concerns to food safety.
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Even though this year’s flooding occurred in March before most garden crops were in the ground, there is still cause for concern when considering harvesting perennial crops and planning this year’s garden. Flood waters many be contaminated by any combination of sewage, river or creek water, farm run-off or industrial pollutants. Bacteria, parasites, viruses and chemical contaminants in the soil are concerns for this summer’s vegetable crops and food safety for your family