Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Bacterial Pathogens in Fresh Leafy Vegetables - April 1, 2014 to March 31, 2017

​A targeted survey on bacterial pathogens in fresh leafy vegetables analysed 5,508 samples for Salmonella, Shigella, non-O157 STEC, E. coli O157, and generic E. coli. Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157 were not found in any of the samples. Non-O157 STEC was found in 1 sample and high levels of generic E. coli were found in 7 samples. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency conducted appropriate follow-up activities resulting in facility inspections and/or additional sampling.