FDA Flags Lettuce in Cyclospora Outbreak and Issues List of Items to Avoid
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Summary
Company Announcement Date:July 17, 2026
FDA Publish Date:July 18, 2026
Product Type:Food & Beverages
Foodborne Illness
Reason for Announcement:Possible Cyclospora Contamination
Company Name:Taylor Fresh Foods
Brand Name:CV, JB, Mark and more
Product Description:Iceberg lettuce
Company Announcement
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 common symptoms include loss of appetite, weight loss, stomach cramps/pain, bloating, increased gas, nausea, and fatigue. Vomiting, body aches, headache, and fever may be noted. Some people who are infected with Cyclospora do not have any symptoms. If not treated, the illness may lead to dehydration and severe complications that may require higher levels of care. These complications may last from a few days to a month or longer. Symptoms may seem to go away and then return one or more times (relapse). Immunocompromised persons may experience more severe illness of longer duration along with complications requiring close medical attention.
This action was prompted by the multistate Cyclospora outbreak https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/investigation-5-state-outbreakcyclospora-illnesses-iceberg-lettuce-july-2026. We are actively removing the implicated products. The company has stopped receiving product from the implicated lot, suspended distribution of the iceberg lettuce from Central Mexico, notified our customers, and we are continuing to work with the FDA, CDC, and state authorities.
The shredded iceberg product was distributed June 29th thru July 16th in AL, AR, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, and WI.
A complete list of affected products, lot codes, use-by dates and instructions for returning or disposing of them is available here:
Brand
Segment
Description
Best if Used By
CV
Food Service
BLEND LETT/ROM50/50 NOCLR 4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
CV
Food Service
BLEND LETT/ROM80/20 4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/2/2026
CV
Food Service
BLEND LETT/ROM80/20 WITH SEPBAGGIES 4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
CV
Food Service
LETTUCE CHOP 4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
CV
Food Service
LETTUCE SALAD MIX4/5#
7/17/2026- 7/25/2026
CV
Food Service
LETTUCE SALADWITH SEP BAG 4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
CV
Food Service
LETTUCE SHRED 1/4"4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/2/2026
JB
Food Service
1/8" SHREDLETTUCE 4/5#
7/16/2026- 7/30/2026
MARK
Food Service
BLEND LETT/ROM80/20 4/5#
7/21/2026- 7/29/2026
MARK
Food Service
BLEND LETT/ROM80/20 WITH SEPBAGGIES 4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
MARK
Food Service
LETTUCE CHOP 4/5#
7/18/2026- 7/30/2026
MARK
Food Service
LETTUCE SALAD MIX4/5#
7/21/2026- 7/29/2026
MARK
Food Service
LETTUCE SALADWITH SEP BAG 4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
MARK
Food Service
LETTUCE SHRED 1/4"4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
MARK
Food Service
BLEND LETT/ROM50/50 NOCLR 4/5#
7/16/2026- 7/29/2026
MARK
Food Service
LETTUCE SHRED 3/8"4/5#
7/21/2026, 7/28/2026
MKTSD
Retail
Iceberg Salad12 oz, 24 oz
7/18/2026 to 8/3/2026
MKTSD
Retail
Shredded Lettuce8 oz, 16 oz
July 18th to Aug 3rd 2026
PK
Food Service
LETTUCE SHRED 1/8"4/5#
7/16/2026, 7/20/2026,7/25/2026, 7/28/2026,7/30/2026
PK
Food Service
LETTUCE SALADW/BAG 4/5#
7/18/2026- 8/1/2026
SUB
Food Service
SHRED LETTUCE 1/4"4/5#
7/16/2026- 7/31/2026
SY
Food Service
BLEND LETT/ROM50/50 NOCLR 4/5#
7/18/2026, 7/21/2026,7/29/2026, 8/1/2026
SY
Food Service
BLEND LETT/ROM80/20 4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/3/2026
SY
Food Service
LETTUCE CHOP 4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/3/2026
SY
Food Service
LETTUCE SALAD MIX4/5#
7/21/2026- 8/3/2026
SY
Food Service
LETTUCE SALADWITH SEP BAG 4/5#
7/16/2026 -8/3/2026
SY
Food Service
LETTUCE SHRED 1/8"4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/3/2026
SY
Food Service
BLEND LETT/ROM70/30 NOCOLR 4/5#
7/16/2026- 7/30/2026
TF
Food Service
BLEND LETT/ROM80/20 4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/3/2026
TF
Food Service
LETTUCE CHOP 4/5#
7/16/2026- 7/31/2026
TF
Food Service
LETTUCE SALAD MIX4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
TF
Food Service
BLEND LETT/ROM50/50 NOCLR 4/5#
7/19/2026- 8/3/2026
TF
Food Service
LETTUCE SALADW/BAG 4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
TF
Food Service
BLEND LETT/ROM70/30 NOCOLR 4/5#
7/16/2026- 8/3/2026
TF
Food Service
LETTUCE CHOP 1X1"4/4#
7/16/2026- 8/3/2026
Consumers who have purchased the recalled iceberg lettuce should discard it immediately and not consume it. Full refunds are also available at the location of purchase. Consumers experiencing health issues should contact their physician. Consumers with any questions may contact our customer care team at 855-455-0098 Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm PST.
For Media Inquiries: press@taylorfarms.com.
Company Contact Information
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