Restaurants in the area that rely heavily on lettuce are facing challenges. Lettuce prices increased significantly earlier this year due to hot weather in Arizona, a major lettuce producer. A recent outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite linked to shredded lettuce has further impacted these restaurants.

The outbreak, which began in late June, has affected several states, including some in the Midwest and beyond. Further details on the outbreak and its effects on local restaurants can be found through KSAT 12, including information on a major restaurant chain that has voluntarily removed shredded iceberg lettuce from its menu in response to the outbreak.