Central Texans do not need to travel far for fresh lettuce! Cyclospora Outbreak Investigation Drives Central Texas Shoppers Toward Local ProduceAs federal health authorities investigate widespread Cyclospora outbreaks linked to leafy greens, food safety concerns are driving a noticeable shift in how Central Texas residents buy their produce. At farmers markets across Williamson County, Texans looking for alternatives to retail grocery store lettuce are turning to local indoor growers, leading to unprecedented surges in demand. Owner William Vermillion tells KXAN that his inventory of fresh greens is selling faster than ever before. Since national news of the parasite investigation emerged, market crowds have formed up to 30 minutes before opening to buy fresh produce.