CDC Links Cyclospora Outbreak to Taylor Farms Iceberg Lettuce; Recall Hits Walmart and Restaurants

The CDC traced a Cyclospora outbreak — a parasite causing intestinal illness — to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico. Over 1,600 Americans are sick. Taylor Farms recalled the product July 17, 2026, across retail and foodservice channels. Walmart pulled affected stock. The CDC expects case counts to climb through August.