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FDA says sample of iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms tested positive for US parasite outbreak

FDA says sample of iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms tested positive for US parasite outbreak

July 18 (Reuters) - The Food and Drug Administration said on Saturday a sample of shredded iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms has tested positive for a parasitic illness that has sickened thousands of people in the U.S.
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Major Retailers and Restaurants Recall Products Amid Cyclospora Outbreak

Major Retailers and Restaurants Recall Products Amid Cyclospora Outbreak

A Cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated iceberg lettuce has led to widespread product recalls across the United States. Major retailers like Walmart and restaurant chains such as Taco Bell have removed potentially affected products from their offerings. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports over 1,644 illnesses and 94 hospitalizations across five states, including Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia. The outbreak has been traced to shredded iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms, which has initiated a voluntary recall of all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is involved in the investigation, which is ongoing. The recall affects products distributed to 27 states, and federal officials are working to identify the source of contamination.
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Taylor Farms Recalls Iceberg Lettuce in 27 States Due to Cyclospora Contamination

Taylor Farms Recalls Iceberg Lettuce in 27 States Due to Cyclospora Contamination

Taylor Farms has initiated a recall of its iceberg lettuce products distributed to 27 states in the U.S. due to potential contamination with the cyclospora parasite. This parasite has been linked to thousands of cases of diarrhea across the country. The recall affects products distributed between June 29 and July 16, and the company has advised consumers to discard any affected lettuce immediately. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has confirmed that the outbreak is primarily centered in the Midwest, with significant cases reported in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, West Virginia, and Kentucky. Taco Bell, a major distributor of the lettuce, has removed the product from its restaurants and supply chain. Sysco, another distributor, has also ceased distribution of the affected lettuce. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported nearly 7,000 confirmed or under-investigation cases of cyclosporiasis in 34 states since May 1.
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Taylor Farms Recalls Iceberg Lettuce Amid Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Affecting Over 1,600 in the U.S.

Taylor Farms Recalls Iceberg Lettuce Amid Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Affecting Over 1,600 in the U.S.

Taylor Fresh Foods, a major fruit and vegetable producer, is voluntarily recalling all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the U.S. market due to a cyclosporiasis outbreak. This outbreak has affected more than 1,600 people across the country. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has traced the outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce served at certain Taco Bell locations in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia. Taylor Farms has removed all iceberg lettuce from the region indefinitely as a precautionary measure. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and FDA are continuing to investigate the outbreak, which has resulted in 94 hospitalizations but no deaths. Taylor Farms emphasizes its commitment to consumer safety and is working to restore public confidence in its products.
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Taylor Farms Expands Recall of Iceberg Lettuce Amid Cyclospora Outbreak Affecting Multiple States

Taylor Farms Expands Recall of Iceberg Lettuce Amid Cyclospora Outbreak Affecting Multiple States

Taylor Farms has expanded a voluntary recall of its iceberg lettuce products sourced from central Mexico due to a potential link to a multistate Cyclospora outbreak. The recall, announced on July 17 and published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on July 18, affects products distributed from June 29 to July 16 across 27 states, including Texas, Florida, and Pennsylvania. The outbreak has been linked to shredded iceberg lettuce, prompting major retailers like Walmart and restaurant chains such as Taco Bell to remove potentially contaminated products from their offerings. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports over 1,644 illnesses and 94 hospitalizations across five states, though no deaths have been reported. The FDA's traceback investigation has identified a specific independent farm in central Mexico as the potential source of contamination.
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Taylor Farms Initiates Recall of Parasite-Linked Lettuce Products Affecting Midwest

Taylor Farms Initiates Recall of Parasite-Linked Lettuce Products Affecting Midwest

Taylor Farms, a major lettuce supplier, is preparing to recall products linked to an outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite that has affected thousands in Michigan and nearby states. This decision follows reports from U.S. health authorities that identified shredded lettuce as the source of the illnesses, which led Taco Bell to remove certain lettuce products from its Midwest locations. The recall is seen as a significant step in addressing the outbreak, although the full scope of the recall remains unclear. Taylor Farms has not yet commented on the situation, nor has the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This incident is reminiscent of a 2024 recall by Taylor Farms involving yellow onions linked to an E. coli outbreak, which affected McDonald's operations across 14 states.
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Taylor Farms Issues Recall After Cyclospora Outbreak Affects Hundreds

Taylor Farms Issues Recall After Cyclospora Outbreak Affects Hundreds

Taylor Farms, a major produce supplier, has announced a recall of its iceberg lettuce products following a cyclospora outbreak that has affected hundreds of individuals across five states. The company has voluntarily removed all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the U.S. market due to potential contamination with Cyclospora. The affected products were distributed between June 29 and July 16 across 27 states, including Alabama, Florida, and Texas. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) linked the outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell restaurants in several states. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) identified Taylor Farms de Mexico as the supplier of the contaminated lettuce. Taylor Farms has assured that none of its branded salads or kits are associated with the outbreak.
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Taylor Farms Initiates Recall Due to Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Affecting Midwest

Taylor Farms Initiates Recall Due to Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Affecting Midwest

Taylor Farms, a major produce supplier based in California, is preparing to recall certain ingredients linked to a cyclosporiasis outbreak. This outbreak has resulted in severe diarrhea and has affected thousands of individuals in Michigan and nearby states. The recall is in response to federal health officials identifying shredded lettuce from a single supplier as the source of the outbreak, which has also led Taco Bell to remove some lettuce from its Midwest locations. The specific scope of the recall remains unclear, and Taylor Farms has not yet commented on the situation. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has also not provided additional information at this time.
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Taylor Farms Recalls Iceberg Lettuce Amid Cyclosporiasis Outbreak in the U.S.

Taylor Farms Recalls Iceberg Lettuce Amid Cyclosporiasis Outbreak in the U.S.

Taylor Fresh Foods has announced the voluntary removal of all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the U.S. market due to a cyclosporiasis outbreak. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have linked the outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell locations in several states, including Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia. The outbreak has resulted in over 1,644 confirmed cases nationwide, with 94 hospitalizations. Taylor Farms, a major supplier of fruits and vegetables, is taking precautionary measures by removing all lettuce from the implicated region, despite the farm in question representing less than 1% of the U.S. iceberg lettuce supply.
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Federal Agencies Address Surge in Cyclospora Infections Amidst Broader Food Safety Concerns

Federal Agencies Address Surge in Cyclospora Infections Amidst Broader Food Safety Concerns

A significant increase in Cyclospora infections has been reported across the United States, marking one of the largest foodborne illness outbreaks of 2026. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed 1,645 cases across 34 states, with over 5,100 additional cases under review. This parasitic illness, which causes severe gastrointestinal distress, has prompted federal investigations and heightened scrutiny of fresh produce supply chains during the summer growing season. A major outbreak cluster has been linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico, served at Taco Bell locations in five states. In response, Taco Bell has removed the affected lettuce from its supply chain, and Taylor Farms has withdrawn all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the U.S. market. Despite these measures, investigations continue to identify other potential sources of contamination.
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Lettuce from Taco Bell in Five States Linked to Diarrhea-Causing Parasite

Lettuce from Taco Bell in Five States Linked to Diarrhea-Causing Parasite

Federal health officials have identified lettuce from Taco Bell locations in five U.S. states as a source of a cyclospora outbreak. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warned consumers in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia against consuming shredded iceberg lettuce from these restaurants. The outbreak has resulted in a record number of cyclospora cases across more than 30 states. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) traced the lettuce to a single supplier, Taylor Farms, which has been linked to past foodborne outbreaks. Taco Bell has committed to removing the affected lettuce from its supply chain.
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Lettuce at Taco Bell in 5 states confirmed as a source of diarrhea-causing parasite

Lettuce at Taco Bell in 5 states confirmed as a source of diarrhea-causing parasite

Federal health officials have identified lettuce from Mexico served by Taco Bell locations across five U.S. states as a source of the widespread outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora