Taylor Farms recalls jalapeño products for Salmonella amid Cyclospora outbreak
Summary
Taylor Farms has recalled products containing jalapeños due to a large Salmonella outbreak linked to Coast Citrus Distributors. This recall comes amid an ongoing Cyclospora outbreak tied to Taylor Farms' iceberg lettuce, affecting many states and causing numerous illnesses.Key Facts
- Taylor Farms recalled jalapeño products such as diced jalapeños, dips, salsas, pico de gallo, guacamole, salads, burritos, and sandwiches on August 9.
- The recalled jalapeños came from Coast Citrus Distributors and were sold in 26 states through major retailers like Walmart, Kroger, and Target.
- The Salmonella outbreak linked to these jalapeños has sickened at least 345 people across 27 states, with 36 hospitalized and no deaths reported.
- Illnesses began around June 19, and many affected people had eaten at Mexican-style restaurants such as Chipotle and Qdoba.
- Chipotle and Qdoba stopped using jalapeños from Coast Citrus in late July.
- Coast Citrus Distributors sourced the peppers from Sinaloa, Mexico, and sold them to various food distributors and restaurants.
- Taylor Farms is also involved in a large Cyclospora outbreak from its iceberg lettuce, with over 22,700 cases reported this year and two deaths.
- Taylor Farms has faced criticism for its handling of the Cyclospora outbreak and its communication with regulators and the public.
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