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Taylor Farms recalls jalapeño products over Salmonella
- Taylor Farms has initiated a recall of jalapeño products due to a Salmonella risk, affecting items sold across 26 states.
- The recall has expanded to include Trader Joe's, Walmart, and Target as 345 confirmed illnesses have been reported.
Background on Salmonella outbreak and recall
- Illnesses linked to the outbreak began as early as June 19, 2026, and continued through July 20, 2026.
- The CDC states that Salmonella can cause serious infections, particularly in vulnerable populations.
- Symptoms of Salmonella infection include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
- The recall follows a multistate outbreak investigation into food contaminated with Salmonella.
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Key Insight
“The recalled jalapeños, grown in Sinaloa, Mexico, were distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors to retailers in 27 states. Taylor Fresh Foods has stopped sourcing from the implicated farmer and is filling orders from alternative suppliers.”
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