Of the melons from a certain lot being contaminated with Salmonella? When in doubt, throw it out.

Apparently visible signs of decay are a danger sign. My melon was soft on one end, so I’m putting it on the compost. Let the raccoons risk salmonella.

It will get introduced to the melon from contact with the knife as you cut through it. Best to rinse the melon off prior to cutting (tho I admit I usually forget to do this). As for rotting, or over ripe areas, I hate the idea of wasting food, so will cut away the bad areas and eat the rest.

about contaminated ‘loupe and that even thorough washing didn’t help. Check it out before you eat it

cantaloupe that were recalled recently. Don’t know all the states affected by recall- my state was one of them. Also melon’s can be contaminated by bacteria as they grow from water used for irrigation on the inside and outside-at least that is what I read and heard.