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MAGA Lettuce Grower Hit With New Recall Amid Diarrhea Outbreak

More than 300 cases of illness have already been reported.

Taylor Farms is under fire—again. The food supplier at the center of a Cyclospora outbreak linked to its iceberg lettuce is now recalling prepared foods containing jalapeños from major retailers in several states over potential Salmonella contamination. There have already been more than 300 reported cases of illness linked to the spicy peppers. Products, including salsa and guacamole, are being pulled from shelves at Walmart, Kroger, Target, Trader Joe’s, and Whole Foods. Taylor Farms is already facing public scrutiny over the Cyclospora outbreak, which causes explosive diarrhea and has become one of the largest foodborne illness events in recent U.S. history. “Consumers are likely to avoid all Taylor Farms products for a while,” Joe Feldman, senior managing ​director at Telsey Advisory Group, said. “Taylor Farms will have to work hard to change the perception that its products can make people sick. It could take some time.” Symptoms of salmonella include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. The infection can be especially dangerous for children, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems. Taylor ranks among North America’s leading produce suppliers, providing salads and vegetables to major grocery chains and restaurant brands, including McDonald’s, Taco Bell, and Chipotle.