Taylor Farms Cyclospora Recall: Common 2026 Questions and Trusted Answers

There is a good chance that news of the Taylor Farms Cyclospora recall has raised a few questions for you. Those questions are best answered with information you can trust, not guesswork, and Taylor Farms itself is where to find it. The company runs a Cyclospora Information Hub, which visitors are asked to revisit from time to time for updates.

In this article, we have gathered answers to some common questions about the recall from what Taylor Farms has published. The answers explain what the company has done so far, which products and states were involved, where testing currently stands, and what to do if you are not feeling well.

1. What has Taylor Farms done since the outbreak?

Taylor Farms states that it made a voluntary decision to announce a broad recall on July 17, 2026, and that this came before the FDA asked it to. The Information Hub adds that more than the lots suggested by the FDA's traceback were covered by the recall. In the period since, the company says, all iceberg lettuce sourcing and production from central Mexico has been voluntarily suspended. Taylor Farms says it also brought in independent outside experts, whose task is to review the food safety processes and protocols at its central Mexico facility. The Hub reports that production of all products at that facility has been temporarily suspended as of July 18, 2026.

2. What products are involved in the Taylor Farms recall?

Taylor Farms says the recall is limited to one item: iceberg lettuce grown and processed in its central Mexico facility. None of the Taylor Farms retail branded products, such as salad kits and chopped kits, are affected. According to the Hub's account, the recalled lettuce was sold primarily through foodservice channels instead of through grocery store shelves. At retail, the only items involved were Marketside-brand products sold at Walmart. The products in question were 12-oz and 24-oz Iceberg Salad with Best if Used By dates 7/18/2026 to 8/3/2026, as well as 8-oz and 16-oz Shredded Lettuce with Best if Used By dates July 18 to Aug 3 2026. Taylor Farms reports all implicated product is no longer in the market. If you're unsure about a product in your home, its label is a good place to start. According to the Hub, lettuce whose label doesn't say "Product of Mexico" was grown in the U.S. or Canada and isn't part of the recall.

3. Which states were named in the iceberg lettuce recall?

The Taylor Farms Cyclospora Information Hub gives the following list of states included in the recall: 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. Alongside it, the Hub includes a full product table with brands, descriptions, and Best if Used By dates.

4. Could Taylor Farms restart sourcing from central Mexico?

The company reports that all iceberg lettuce sourcing from central Mexico is suspended for the remainder of the growing season. In the meantime, Taylor Farms states, all of its leafy greens are grown in the United States and Canada, which will be the case for the duration of the summer growing season. What comes next, Taylor Farms says, will depend on the findings of its independent review and the FDA investigation.

5. What testing has Taylor Farms put in place?

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

6. What should I do if I feel unwell?

If you feel ill and your symptoms could be associated with Cyclospora, or if you have any other signs of illness, the Hub asks you to see your healthcare provider.

7. What can you tell me about the jalapeño recall?

The Hub has a separate question on this, in which Taylor Farms explains that a recall by Coast Citrus Distributors has led to downstream recalls of recalled jalapeños and products containing them. The company refers readers who want details on that recall to its Recall Page.

Keeping Up With the Latest Information

Taylor Farms has stated that it will continue sharing information as more becomes available. The best place to check, then, is the company's own pages instead of secondhand summaries:

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

Taylor Farms Recall Page: Taylor Farms refers readers here for details on other recalls, including the jalapeño recall.

Taylor Farms advises discarding a suspected recalled product immediately instead of eating it. If you have health issues, the company encourages you to contact your physician. The Taylor Farms Cyclospora Information Hub lists contact details and more guidance.