Finding tiny brown balls or clusters of small round objects on lettuce can be an unpleasant surprise. In many cases, they may be insect eggs left behind by leaf-feeding insects such as stink bugs. Because leafy greens grow close to the ground and have broad leaves, they provide ideal places for insects to lay eggs. If the leaves are not thoroughly cleaned during harvesting and packaging, these clusters can occasionally remain hidden until the produce reaches your kitchen…. Continue Reading 🔽
