A genus of rod-shaped, Gram-negative bacteria; causes illness via contaminated food or contact with infected animals.
The FDA has classified Utz’s recall of Zapp’s and Dirty chips as Class 1, indicating a serious health risk. The recall covers several product lines with best-by dates July 27–August 31, 2026. Utz first issued the recall in April after a third-party dry milk powder seasoning ingredient was flagged as a possible Salmonella source; thus far, no illnesses have been reported. Consumers should discard affected chips or seek refunds.
The cycleospora outbreak has grown, with Michigan reporting nearly 1,000 cases and Ohio, New York, and other states seeing rising counts. The illness causes watery diarrhea and can last weeks; health departments are investigating potential foodborne sources and urging safe handling.
Chipotle has removed jalapeños from restaurants after public health officials have linked a Salmonella Javiana outbreak to jalapeños served at multiple Mexican‑style restaurants. Minnesota has identified 110 cases tied to the outbreak; the FDA has opened an active investigation and has started sampling but has not issued a recall. Chipotle says it has replaced the peppers from different growers.
The cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico has expanded to additional states. FDA tracebacks identify Taylor Farms de Mexico as a key supplier; Taco Bell has removed affected lettuce and recalls are ongoing. Public health officials warn consumers and stress washing and cooking precautions where relevant.
The multistate Salmonella Javiana outbreak has been traced to jalapeño peppers from Sinaloa, Mexico, distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors. The outbreak spans 27 states with 345 infections and 36 hospitalizations; Chipotle and Qdoba have removed the peppers from affected restaurants. Health officials say there is no ongoing risk after product removal. The CDC, FDA, and Coast Citrus are coordinating recalls and investigations.
The multistate outbreak linked to jalapeño peppers imported from Mexico has sickened 345 people across 27 states, mainly in Minnesota and Colorado. Coast Citrus Distributors has recalled the peppers and notified customers; Chipotle and Qdoba have removed jalapeños from some or all locations. The FDA and CDC say the investigation is ongoing and no deaths have been reported. Hospitalizations total 36.
Taylor Farms has pulled jalapeño-containing products across 26 states after Coast Citrus Distributors recalled peppers tied to a Salmonella outbreak that has sickened 345 people in 27 states. The recall follows a Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce. Authorities say refunds are available and consumers should discard affected items.
Taylor Farms has recalled iceberg lettuce and jalapeño-containing products after federal investigators linked the supplier to a nationwide cyclospora outbreak and a multi-state salmonella outbreak. The FDA and CDC are investigating, retailers have pulled affected items and the company has suspended sourcing from implicated growers while it conducts safety reviews.
The recall of about 29,628 pounds of raw beef imported from Argentina has expanded into Florida and Texas after the USDA FSIS found shipments had entered the U.S. without import reinspection. The company Corte Argentino USA has urged consumers to dispose of affected products or return them, while no illnesses have been reported.