American food distributor and multinational marketer of food products and equipment
Multiple sources trace a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico, distributed to Taco Bell and other outlets. Officials warn consumers to avoid affected lettuce while investigations determine scope and source.
Taylor Farms reports shipments of potentially contaminated lettuce across 27 states. FDA and CDC warn consumers; certain Taco Bell supply chains are affected. The outbreak has sickened more than 1,600 people in 2026, with hundreds hospitalized, as investigations expand.