Taylor Farms Cyclospora Recall: Common 2026 Questions Explained

Anyone who has read about the Taylor Farms Cyclospora recall may be left with a few questions, and those deserve answers grounded in fact rather than guesswork. Taylor Farms is the best place to turn. The company operates a Cyclospora Information Hub and asks those who visit to check back from time to time for updates.

What follows draws on what Taylor Farms has published to answer some common questions about the recall. You can read about what the company has done so far, the products and states involved, where testing stands, and what to do if you feel unwell.

1. What steps has Taylor Farms taken in response?

On July 17, 2026, Taylor Farms says, it voluntarily announced a broad recall, doing so before the FDA asked it to. The Information Hub explains that more than the lots suggested by the FDA's traceback were included. The company reports that all iceberg lettuce sourcing and production from central Mexico has since been voluntarily suspended. Independent outside experts were also brought in, Taylor Farms states, to review the food safety processes and protocols at its central Mexico facility. Production of all products there, the Hub says, has been temporarily suspended as of July 18, 2026.

2. What products has the Taylor Farms recall affected?

In the company's description, the recall is limited to iceberg lettuce grown and processed in its central Mexico facility. Taylor Farms retail branded products, salad kits and chopped kits included, are not affected. The Hub reports that the recalled lettuce was sold primarily through foodservice channels rather than at grocery store shelves. Retail involvement consisted of Marketside-brand products sold at Walmart and nothing more: 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. Taylor Farms says no implicated product remains on the market. A quick look at the label can settle questions about a product at home, since, according to the Hub, lettuce without "Product of Mexico" on it was grown in the U.S. or Canada and isn't part of the recall.

3. What states made the iceberg lettuce recall list?

The Taylor Farms Cyclospora Information Hub shows these states as 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. Brands, descriptions, and Best if Used By dates can be found in the full product table the Hub also provides.

4. Will Taylor Farms restart sourcing from central Mexico?

Taylor Farms says it has suspended all iceberg lettuce sourcing from central Mexico, and the suspension lasts for the remainder of the growing season. The company states that its leafy greens are all being grown in the United States and Canada in the meantime, and will be for the duration of the summer growing season. Taylor Farms says that what it decides next will depend on the findings of its independent review and the FDA investigation.

5. What testing is Taylor Farms carrying out?

Taylor Farms says independent experts are part of a comprehensive review it has arranged at its central Mexico facility, where production of all products is temporarily suspended. The company also states that it has activated its testing protocols for the post-recall period and that it relies on the latest testing method for Cyclospora validated by the FDA. Reporting from the Hub indicates 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 of approximately 2,000 samples taken in central Mexico since May in its own testing, there have been zero positive results.

6. What should I do if I feel ill?

The Hub asks you to see a healthcare provider if you're feeling ill with symptoms that could be associated with Cyclospora, or if any other signs of illness appear.

7. What does Taylor Farms say about recalled jalapeños?

Taylor Farms answers this in its own question on the Hub, explaining that a recall by Coast Citrus Distributors has led to downstream recalls of recalled jalapeños and products containing them. For details on that recall, readers are sent by the company to its Recall Page.

Where to Check for the Latest Information

Taylor Farms says it will keep sharing information as more becomes available, so for updates, the company's own pages are the best place to check, rather than secondhand summaries:

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

Taylor Farms Recall Page: Taylor Farms directs readers to this page to find details on other recalls, including the jalapeño recall.

Taylor Farms advises that you should discard a product immediately, and not eat it, if you think it has been recalled. The company encourages contacting your physician if you're experiencing health issues. For contact details and more guidance, check the Taylor Farms Cyclospora Information Hub.