Lettuce Recall Update
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has confirmed that a recent test result indicating Cyclospora contamination in a sample of iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico was a false positive. This conclusion was reached following a thorough re-evaluation of the test results.
Key Details:
- Initial Finding: A sample of iceberg lettuce initially tested positive for Cyclospora, prompting Taylor Fresh Foods to initiate a voluntary recall.
- FDA's Conclusion: Upon further review, the FDA determined that the initial positive result was a false positive and should be disregarded.
- Current Status: As of July 19, 2026, the FDA has not identified any confirmed positive product samples for Cyclospora.
Recall Information:
Despite the false positive result, Taylor Fresh Foods voluntarily recalled iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico as a precautionary measure.
Recall Specifics:
- Products Affected: The recall encompassed 25 shredded lettuce and salad mix products distributed under various brand codes.
- States Impacted: The recalled products were shipped to 27 states.
| State | State | State |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Kentucky | New Jersey |
| Arkansas | Louisiana | New Mexico |
| Connecticut | Massachusetts | New York |
| Florida | Maryland | North Carolina |
| Georgia | Michigan | Ohio |
| Iowa | Missouri | Oklahoma |
| Illinois | Mississippi | Pennsylvania |
| Indiana | South Carolina | Tennessee |
| Kansas | Texas | Virginia |
| West Virginia | Wisconsin |
The FDA has notified Taylor Farms and continues to collaborate with the company to ensure that any potentially implicated products have been removed from the market. Additionally, the FDA is working with state partners to continue collecting and analyzing product samples. Taco Bell has also removed the affected lettuce from its restaurants as nearly 7,000 potential cyclosporiasis cases are under investigation nationwide.