Taylor Farms announced on July 17, 2026, that it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the US market due to a cyclospora outbreak. The company informed customers, including Yum Brands, owner of Taco Bell, and food distributor Sysco, to withdraw shredded lettuce produced in Guanajuato, Mexico, from distribution. Taco Bell confirmed that the affected ingredient is being removed from its supply chain nationwide and will be replaced within 24 hours.
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Taylor Farms recalls iceberg lettuce due to cyclospora outbreak
Taylor Farms is recalling iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico following a cyclospora outbreak. The company notified customers, including Taco Bell and Sysco, to remove the affected products from distribution.
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