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USDA Issues Public Health Alert for Meat and Poultry Products Containing Recalled Jalapeños

USDA Issues Public Health Alert for Meat and Poultry Products Containing Recalled Jalapeños

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert concerning meat and poultry products that contain jalapeños potentially contaminated with Salmonella. These jalapeños, regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), were distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors and are linked to a salmonella outbreak. The FDA has advised consumers, distributors, and food service companies to avoid consuming, serving, or selling these jalapeños. The alert follows Chipotle's decision to remove jalapeños from some of its restaurants as a precautionary measure. The FSIS anticipates identifying additional products affected by this recall as the investigation continues.
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USDA Issues Public Health Alert for Meat and Poultry Products Due to Jalapeño Recall

USDA Issues Public Health Alert for Meat and Poultry Products Due to Jalapeño Recall

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for various meat and poultry products containing jalapeños that have been recalled due to potential salmonella contamination. The alert affects products sold at major retailers such as Walmart, Kroger, and HEB across 22 states. The issue was discovered when the FDA notified FSIS that multiple establishments received the recalled ingredient. Consumption of contaminated food can lead to salmonellosis, a common bacterial foodborne illness. Symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever, and can be severe in vulnerable populations. FSIS expects more products to be identified as the recall progresses.
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FDA and USDA Issue Alerts on Food Products Due to Listeria and Salmonella Risks

FDA and USDA Issue Alerts on Food Products Due to Listeria and Salmonella Risks

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) have issued several alerts and recalls concerning food products due to potential contamination risks. Notably, City Foods, Inc. is recalling approximately 3,215 pounds of ready-to-eat pastrami and corned beef products due to possible Listeria contamination. Additionally, the FSIS has issued a public health alert for meat and poultry products containing FDA-regulated jalapeños that have been recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination. These actions are part of ongoing efforts to ensure food safety and protect public health.
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Taylor Farms Recalls Jalapeño Products Due to Salmonella Risk Affecting 26 States

Taylor Farms Recalls Jalapeño Products Due to Salmonella Risk Affecting 26 States

Taylor Farms, a California-based food supplier, has announced a recall of prepared food items containing jalapeños due to potential salmonella contamination. This recall follows a previous incident involving lettuce linked to a cyclospora outbreak. The affected products include salsas and guacamole distributed across 26 states, with major retailers like Walmart, Target, and Whole Foods involved. The recall was initiated after Coast Citrus Distributors notified Taylor Farms about their jalapeño recall. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are investigating the outbreak, which has affected 345 people across 27 states, resulting in 36 hospitalizations. Taylor Farms has ceased sourcing jalapeños from the identified farmer in Sinaloa, Mexico, and is unaware of any illnesses linked to the recalled items.
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Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapeños Prompts Recall of 18 Prepared Foods Across 27 States

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapeños Prompts Recall of 18 Prepared Foods Across 27 States

A salmonella outbreak linked to fresh jalapeño peppers has led to the recall of at least 18 ready-to-eat meat and poultry products, affecting 345 people across 27 states. The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have identified the source of the outbreak as jalapeños grown in Sinaloa, Mexico, and distributed in the U.S. by Coast Citrus Distributors. The recalled products, which include wraps, bowls, and salads, were sold at major retailers such as Walmart, Kroger, and H-E-B. Although no illnesses have been directly linked to the recalled products, the outbreak has been associated with Mexican-style restaurants. The affected products have use-by dates ranging from August 3 to August 16, 2026.
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Major Grocery Chains Recall Products Amid Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapeños

Major Grocery Chains Recall Products Amid Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapeños

Several major grocery chains, including Target, Walmart, and Whole Foods, have issued recalls due to a Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeño peppers. The outbreak has resulted in hundreds of illnesses across 27 states. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported that the outbreak is connected to fresh jalapeños grown in Sinaloa, Mexico, and distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors. Taylor Fresh Foods initiated a voluntary recall of its products containing the affected jalapeños. Other retailers involved in the recall include Hannaford, Kroger, and Trader Joe’s. The recalled products have 'Best If Used By' dates up to August 16, 2026, and were distributed to retail centers in multiple states. Consumers are advised to dispose of the recalled products and can seek refunds at the point of purchase.
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Taylor Farms Recalls Salsa and Guacamole Due to Salmonella Concerns

Taylor Farms Recalls Salsa and Guacamole Due to Salmonella Concerns

Taylor Farms has issued a recall for prepared food items containing jalapeños, including salsas and guacamole, sold at major retailers like Walmart, Kroger, and Whole Foods across approximately 20 states. This recall follows a notification from Coast Citrus Distributors about potential salmonella contamination in the fresh peppers. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the FDA are investigating the outbreak, which has affected 345 people across 27 states, resulting in 36 hospitalizations. Taylor Farms has ceased sourcing from the implicated farmer in Sinaloa, Mexico, and is conducting a safety review.
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Public Health Alert Issued for Salmonella Contamination in Food Products Nationwide

Public Health Alert Issued for Salmonella Contamination in Food Products Nationwide

A public health alert has been issued for nearly 20 food products sold at major grocery stores nationwide, including Kroger, Walmart, and Wawa, due to potential salmonella contamination. The affected products contain jalapeños that were recalled for possible contamination. Salmonellosis, caused by consuming contaminated food, can lead to symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever. While no illnesses have been reported in connection to these specific products, consumers are advised not to consume them and to consult healthcare providers if they experience symptoms.
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Taylor Farms Recalls Jalapeño Products at Walmart and Target Due to Salmonella Risk

Taylor Farms Recalls Jalapeño Products at Walmart and Target Due to Salmonella Risk

Taylor Farms has issued a recall for several products containing jalapeños due to a salmonella outbreak. The affected items, including pico de gallo salsa and guacamole, were distributed to major retailers like Walmart and Target across 26 states. The recall follows a similar action by Coast Citrus Distributors, which supplied the jalapeños. Taylor Farms has ceased sourcing from the implicated grower in Sinaloa, Mexico, and is working with alternative suppliers. No illnesses have been reported yet, but consumers are advised to discard the products and seek refunds.
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USDA Issues Health Alert for Jalapeño-Containing Meat Products Amid Salmonella Outbreak

USDA Issues Health Alert for Jalapeño-Containing Meat Products Amid Salmonella Outbreak

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for meat products containing jalapeños, which may be linked to a salmonella outbreak affecting hundreds across 27 states. The alert pertains to red meat and poultry products that may be contaminated with salmonella due to jalapeños sourced from Sinaloa, Mexico. The outbreak has resulted in at least 345 illnesses and 36 hospitalizations, with Minnesota reporting a significant number of cases. The FSIS has identified 18 products from brands such as Taylor Farms and Ready Meals that are affected. The outbreak has prompted major food chains like Chipotle and Qdoba to remove jalapeños from their menus.
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Taylor Farms Recalls Salsa and Guacamole Products Due to Salmonella Risks

Taylor Farms Recalls Salsa and Guacamole Products Due to Salmonella Risks

Taylor Farms has issued a recall for over a dozen prepared food items, including salsa and guacamole, due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recall affects products containing jalapeños sourced from a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico, identified as the potential source of the contamination. The recall follows a previous cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to Taylor Farms' iceberg lettuce. The company is no longer sourcing products from the implicated farmer and is working with alternative suppliers. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are investigating the Salmonella infections.
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Taylor Farms recalls jalapeño products. See list

Taylor Farms recalls jalapeño products. See list

Taylor Farms has recalled a variety of products with jalapeños sold at grocery stores in 26 states over a link to a salmonella outbreak.