The Facts on the Taylor Farms Cyclospora Recall: 6 Points From the Source
Reports linking a Cyclospora outbreak to iceberg lettuce may leave people searching for verified details instead of conjecture. Taylor Farms directs consumers to its dedicated Cyclospora Information Hub for that information.
The company says it will update the hub as additional details emerge. The following summary reflects what is currently published there and identifies where to find ongoing recall information.
1. Additional safeguards were put in place by Taylor Farms
Taylor Farms says it stopped all sourcing and production of iceberg lettuce from central Mexico on a voluntary basis. As of July 18, 2026, it also temporarily halted every production activity at the facility.
According to the Cyclospora Information Hub, independent third-party specialists have been retained to complete a comprehensive examination of the facility’s food-safety procedures. The company says it remains in contact with the FDA, CDC, and state health agencies.
2. The company initiated the recall on its own
Taylor Farms announced the voluntary recall on July 17, 2026, according to its Cyclospora Information Hub. It covered iceberg lettuce grown in central Mexico after that lettuce was identified as a possible source tied to one of the recent Cyclospora outbreaks.
The company states that it acted before the FDA required a recall. It also says the action included more products than the particular lots identified through the FDA’s traceback investigation.
3. Retail sales involved only a limited set of products
Most of the recalled lettuce moved through foodservice, rather than being sold in grocery stores, the Taylor Farms Cyclospora Information Hub explains. The retail products involved were limited to specific Marketside items available at Walmart.
Those items were:
- 12-oz and 24-oz Iceberg Salad, with “Best if Used By” dates from 7/18/2026 through 8/3/2026
- 8-oz and 16-oz Shredded Lettuce, with “Best if Used By” dates from July 18 through August 3, 2026
Taylor Farms says all of these products have been removed from store locations.
4. Distribution was confined to identified states
The recalled shredded iceberg lettuce was distributed from June 29 through July 16, according to the information hub. Distribution reached Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and West Virginia.
For people checking an individual product, the hub provides a detailed chart listing the affected brands, product descriptions, and use-by dates.
5. The recall covers iceberg lettuce from a single area
The recall applies only to Taylor Farms lettuce that was sourced and processed at its central Mexico location, the company says. Taylor Farms retail-branded offerings, including chopped kits and salad kits, are not included.
The hub further states that products without “Product of Mexico” on the label were grown in the United States or Canada. Those products are not affected by the recall.
6. New testing information is shared as it becomes available
As of August 5, 2026, the FDA had no confirmed positive product test results for Cyclospora, according to the hub. Taylor Farms also says it spends more than $200 million each year on food-safety protocols that undergo independent auditing and verification.
The company says it will continue to provide information openly while the investigation continues.
Finding the most current updates
Recall information and outbreak investigations can change as new details become known. Taylor Farms recommends consulting its own resources instead of relying on secondhand accounts:
- Taylor Farms Cyclospora Information Hub : The company’s primary location for outbreak-specific statements, FAQs, food-safety commitments, and contact information.
- Taylor Farms Recall Page : Updated for active recalls and includes complete lists of affected products, states, and use-by dates.
Taylor Farms advises anyone who believes they possess a recalled product to throw it away. Refunds are available from the place of purchase, and anyone who develops illness symptoms is encouraged to contact a physician. The Cyclospora Information Hub contains contact information and additional guidance.
