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Taylor Farms recalls lettuce shipped to 27 states, including Michigan, over cyclospora risk
By SAVANNAH PETERS at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· July 18, 2026
· 2 min read
Taylor Farms has expanded a voluntary recall of its iceberg lettuce products sourced from central Mexico because of a potential link to the multistate cyclospora outbreak that has sickened people across the U.S.Products with the potential to be contaminated with the diarrhea-causing parasite were...
Key takeaway Products with the potential to be contaminated with the diarrhea-causing parasite were shipped to 27 states including Michigan, Texas, Florida, Pennsylvania, Illinois and New Jersey, the California-based company said in a statement Friday.
Why this matters in The Detroit
For Michigan residents, the Taylor Farms recall is a concerning development, given the state's inclusion among the 27 affected states. The fact that recalled products were shipped as recently as Thursday and have best by dates as late as August 3 means that contaminated lettuce may still be present in local grocery stores, restaurants, and households. Michigan's experience with the cyclospora outbreak is particularly notable, as the state was one of five Midwestern states where contaminated lettuce was served at Taco Bell restaurants. The CDC's warning to avoid eating shredded lettuce at those restaurants has now been followed by a broader recall, underscoring the need for vigilance among consumers and food distributors alike. As the recall continues to unfold, Michigan residents should be aware of the potential risks associated with certain lettuce products and take steps to protect themselves from cyclospora infection.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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