Answers to Common 2026 Questions About the Taylor Farms Cyclospora Recall

News about the Taylor Farms Cyclospora recall has likely left you with a few questions, and reliable answers matter more than guesswork. Taylor Farms itself is the best source for them. Through its Cyclospora Information Hub, the company shares information on the recall and asks visitors to return periodically for updates.

The answers below cover some common questions about the recall and draw on what Taylor Farms has published. They explain what the company has done so far, the products and states involved, the current state of testing, and what to do if you feel unwell.

1. What has Taylor Farms done in response?

According to Taylor Farms, it announced a broad recall on July 17, 2026, a decision it says it made voluntarily and before the FDA asked it to. The Information Hub states that the recall went beyond the lots suggested by the FDA's traceback. The company says it has since voluntarily suspended all iceberg lettuce sourcing and production from central Mexico, and it brought in independent outside experts to review the food safety processes and protocols at its central Mexico facility. As of July 18, 2026, the Hub states, production of all products at that facility has been temporarily suspended.

2. What products does the Taylor Farms recall cover?

Taylor Farms says the recall is limited to iceberg lettuce grown and processed in its central Mexico facility. Taylor Farms retail branded products, including salad kits and chopped kits, are not affected. As the Hub explains, the recalled lettuce was sold primarily through foodservice channels rather than on grocery store shelves, and the only retail items involved were Marketside-brand products sold at Walmart: 12-oz and 24-oz Iceberg Salad with Best if Used By dates 7/18/2026 to 8/3/2026, and 8-oz and 16-oz Shredded Lettuce with Best if Used By dates July 18 to Aug 3 2026. According to Taylor Farms, all implicated product is no longer in the market. For a product you have at home, check the label. The Hub says that if it doesn't say "Product of Mexico," it was grown in the U.S. or Canada and isn't part of the recall.

3. What states did the iceberg lettuce recall include?

According to the Taylor Farms Cyclospora Information Hub, the recall included the following states: 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. A full product table, with brands, descriptions, and Best if Used By dates, is also available on the Hub.

4. Does Taylor Farms plan to resume sourcing from central Mexico?

For the remainder of the growing season, Taylor Farms says it has suspended all iceberg lettuce sourcing from central Mexico. For now, the company states, all of its leafy greens are grown in the United States and Canada and will be for the duration of the summer growing season. Taylor Farms says decisions about what comes next will depend on the findings of its independent review and the FDA investigation.

5. What testing is taking place?

At its central Mexico facility, where production of all products is temporarily suspended, Taylor Farms says independent experts have been brought in for a comprehensive review. The company also says it has activated its testing protocols for the period following the recall and that it uses the latest testing method for Cyclospora validated by the FDA. Regarding results, the Hub reports that, according to the FDA, there are no confirmed positive sample results for product testing for Cyclospora as of August 27, 2026. According to Taylor Farms, approximately 2,000 samples taken in central Mexico since May as part of its own testing have returned zero positive results.

6. I think I'm ill. What should I do?

The Hub asks anyone feeling ill with symptoms that could be associated with Cyclospora, or showing any other signs of illness, to see their healthcare provider.

7. What is happening with the jalapeño recall?

The Hub covers this in a separate question. According to Taylor Farms, a recall by Coast Citrus Distributors has led to downstream recalls of recalled jalapeños and products containing them, and the company directs readers to its Recall Page for details on that recall.

Where to Find the Most Current Information

Because Taylor Farms says it will continue to share information as more becomes available, its own pages are the best place to check, rather than secondhand summaries:

Taylor Farms Cyclospora Information Hub: The main source the company offers for its statement, recall details, FAQs, food safety commitments, and contact information related to this outbreak.

Taylor Farms Recall Page: The page Taylor Farms points readers to for details on other recalls, including the jalapeño recall.

Taylor Farms advises that anyone who thinks they have a recalled product should discard it immediately rather than eat it. If you are experiencing health issues, the company encourages you to contact your physician. Contact details and further guidance are available on the Taylor Farms Cyclospora Information Hub.