Taylor Farms Cyclospora Recall: 6 Facts You Should Know, Straight From the Source
Reports of a Cyclospora outbreak associated with iceberg lettuce can make it difficult to separate confirmed details from speculation. For current information, Taylor Farms directs readers to its Cyclospora Information Hub, a dedicated page the company says will be updated when additional details are available.
The following information reflects what is currently published on that hub, along with the company’s guidance on finding the newest recall information.
1. Central Mexico Operations Were Paused as a Precaution
Taylor Farms says it voluntarily stopped sourcing and producing all iceberg lettuce from central Mexico. As of July 18, 2026, it had also temporarily halted all production at its facility in that region.
The company states that independent third-party specialists have been engaged to perform a comprehensive review of the facility’s food safety procedures. It also says it remains in contact with the FDA, CDC, and state health agencies.
2. The Recall Applies Only to Iceberg Lettuce From a Defined Area
The Taylor Farms Cyclospora Information Hub says the recall covers lettuce that was obtained and processed through the company’s central Mexico facility. It does not apply to all Taylor Farms lettuce products.
Taylor Farms retail-branded items, including salad kits and chopped kits, are excluded from the recall, according to the hub. It further states that products without “Product of Mexico” on their labels were grown in the U.S. or Canada and are not affected.
3. Distribution Was Limited to Identified States
Recalled shredded iceberg lettuce was distributed from June 29 through July 16, according to the Taylor Farms Cyclospora Information Hub. The listed destinations were 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, WI, and WV.
For people checking a particular item, the hub provides a detailed chart listing affected brands, product descriptions, and use-by dates.
4. Retail Availability Was Restricted to Certain Walmart Products
The recalled product was supplied mainly through foodservice, rather than sold on grocery shelves, the Taylor Farms Cyclospora Information Hub explains. Only specific Marketside items at Walmart were included among retail products.
Those products were 12-oz and 24-oz Iceberg Salad with Best if Used By dates from 7/18/2026 to 8/3/2026. The included 8-oz and 16-oz Shredded Lettuce had Best if Used By dates ranging from July 18 through August 3, 2026.
According to the hub, all of these products have been taken out of stores.
5. Taylor Farms Chose to Announce the Recall
Taylor Farms announced the voluntary recall on July 17, 2026, according to its Cyclospora Information Hub. The company recalled iceberg lettuce grown in central Mexico after it was identified as a possible source associated with one of the recent Cyclospora outbreaks.
The hub says the action came before an FDA requirement. It also states that the recall extended beyond the particular lots identified through the FDA traceback investigation.
6. New Testing Information Is Shared When Available
As of August 5, 2026, the FDA had reported no confirmed positive Cyclospora results from product testing, according to the hub. Taylor Farms says it will continue providing updates openly while the investigation moves forward.
The company also states that it spends more than $200 million each year on food safety protocols. Those protocols are independently audited and verified, according to Taylor Farms.
Finding Current Recall Details
Recall information and outbreak investigations may change when new details emerge. Taylor Farms advises checking its own resources instead of relying on secondhand recaps:
- Taylor Farms Cyclospora Information Hub : The company’s primary location for statements, FAQs, food safety commitments, and contact information concerning this outbreak.
- Taylor Farms Recall Page : A page updated with active recalls, including complete lists of affected products, states, and use-by dates.
Taylor Farms advises anyone who believes they possess a recalled item to throw it away. Refunds are available from the place of purchase, and people with illness symptoms are encouraged to contact their physician. The Cyclospora Information Hub provides contact information and additional guidance.