07/16/2026
It's easy to keep your food safe when you shop local.
Columbia is lucky to have many restaurants who source local produce, as well as 4 farmer's market days to choose from, and Clovers Natural Market
When nationwide outbreaks occur, pathogens are coming from mass producers who supply grocery stores and restaurants across the US, not your local produce. You can still have salad, don't panic.
Do: Cook vegetables to 160Β° internally.
Shop local growers
Wash your hands and produce in hot water
Eat dessert π
Don't: Eat uncooked produce from mass producers.