Joanna Parrett

As case numbers for cyclosporiasis put an intense spotlight on foodborne pathogens and food safety practices, journalists gathered for a SciLine media briefing titled, “Cyclospora: food contamination, detection and outbreak response.” The webinar featured Kalmia Kniel, a professor of microbial food safety at the University of Delaware, and Craig Hedberg, an epidemiologist and professor at the University of Minnesota.

AVENTURA, Fla. — From mushrooms to Persian limes to murasaki sweetpotatoes to microgreens and more, exhibitors at East Coast Produce Expo 2026 showcased some of the hottest trends in produce at the JW Marriott Turnberry Resort and Spa, Jan. 12-13. Highline Mushroom's Janis Deschenes and Sabrina Pokomandy pose with colorful and whimsical signage at ECPE 2026. Canada's first certified mushroom company, Highline Mushrooms, invited attendees to “Eat Super.