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FDA Announces Lettuce Test False Positive, 7,000 Sick

7/22/2026

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Taylor Farms Recalls

FDA announced the lab test linking Taylor Farms shredded iceberg lettuce to the Cyclospora outbreak was a false positive.
Epidemiological data point to lettuce grown in central Mexico, prompting Taylor Farms to recall all such lettuce shipped to 27 states.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports nearly 7,000 cases, 94 hospitalizations and no deaths since May 1, with Michigan recording the highest count of 6,148 cases and 102 hospitalizations.

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Taco Bell Recall

Michigan couple sued Taco Bell and Taylor Fresh Foods for $75,000 after lettuce illness.
Walmart withdrew Marketside iceberg lettuce dated July 18–Aug. 3, 2026 and urged returns.
Taco Bell removed Taylor Farms shredded lettuce from menus in five states and is reviewing suppliers.
Wake County and Durham Public Schools temporarily cut fresh produce from cafeterias amid outbreak.
US Foods said its Cross Valley Farms brand was in the voluntary recall on July 17.

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Taylor Farms Recalls

FDA announced the lab test linking Taylor Farms shredded iceberg lettuce to the Cyclospora outbreak was a false positive.
Epidemiological data point to lettuce grown in central Mexico, prompting Taylor Farms to recall all such lettuce shipped to 27 states.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports nearly 7,000 cases, 94 hospitalizations and no deaths since May 1, with Michigan recording the highest count of 6,148 cases and 102 hospitalizations.

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