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The FDA has declared the largest cyclospora food poisoning outbreak in U.S. history over, although the origin of the contamination remains unknown, with Taylor Farms identified as the source of the recalled iceberg lettuce.

UK · 2026-09-11

Key takeaway

The FDA has declared the largest US cyclospora outbreak over, ending the active recall of Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerthe FDA declares the cyclospora outbreak over, ending the active recall of Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onUS grocery retailers and restaurant chains resume normal lettuce sourcing and sales as consumer confidence returns
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youUK foodservice SMEs sourcing US lettuce see supply normalise and can restore affected menu items, but must manage ongoing traceability and reputational risk

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Source: independent.co.uk

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