Taylor Fresh Foods iceberg lettuce recalled for potential Cyclospora contamination
What this means
Taylor Fresh Foods is recalling iceberg lettuce and lettuce-blend products sourced from central Mexico because they may be contaminated with Cyclospora, a parasite that causes diarrhea and other gastrointestinal symptoms. The recall affects multiple brands (CV, JB, Mark, PK, and others) distributed to 28 states from June 29 to July 16, 2026, and was prompted by a multistate outbreak.
- Check your lettuce for the affected brands and lot codes on the FDA notice.
- Discard recalled lettuce immediately—do not eat it.
- Return it to your store for a full refund if you prefer.
- Call Taylor Fresh Foods customer care at 855-455-0098 (Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm PST) with questions.
- Contact your doctor if you develop diarrhea, stomach cramps, loss of appetite, or other gastrointestinal symptoms.
The agency's original wording
Taylor Farms de Mexico of Guanajuato, Mexico is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the U.S. market, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Cyclospora. Most people infected with Cyclospora develop diarrhea, with frequent bowel movements. Other comm
Official notice
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/taylor-fresh-foods-recalls-iceberg-lettuce-central-mexico-because-possible-health-riskMore Taylor Fresh Foods recalls
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