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Taylor Farms Recalls Jalapeño Products After 345 Salmonella Cases

8/14/2026

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Taylor Farms Recall

Taylor Farms recalled jalapeño products in 26 states after a salmonella outbreak that sickened 345 people.
The FDA recall issued on Aug. 9 lists salsa, guacamole, pico de gallo, dips and burritos sold at major grocery chains with “Best If Used By” dates Aug. 7-Aug. 16, 2026.
Taylor Farms stopped sourcing jalapeños from Coast Citrus Distributors and will use alternative suppliers.
Chipotle and Qdoba pulled the peppers nationwide.

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Taylor Farms Recall

Taylor Farms recalled jalapeño products in 26 states after a salmonella outbreak that sickened 345 people.
The FDA recall issued on Aug. 9 lists salsa, guacamole, pico de gallo, dips and burritos sold at major grocery chains with “Best If Used By” dates Aug. 7-Aug. 16, 2026.
Taylor Farms stopped sourcing jalapeños from Coast Citrus Distributors and will use alternative suppliers.
Chipotle and Qdoba pulled the peppers nationwide.

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