Taylor Farms is recalling various products, including sandwiches and dips, containing jalapeno peppers due to a salmonella outbreak. This recall affects 26 states, although the company has not reported any related illnesses. The source of the outbreak has been traced to a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico, prompting Taylor Farms to seek alternative suppliers.
This recall follows a previous incident involving the company's iceberg lettuce linked to a cyclosporiasis outbreak, which has affected over 22,000 individuals. As one of the largest produce suppliers in the U.S., Taylor Farms plays a significant role in the food supply chain, serving major retailers and restaurant chains.
Watch for updates on Taylor Farms' sourcing changes as they shift away from the implicated grower in Sinaloa. Consumers should monitor their purchases closely and stay informed about potential health advisories related to jalapeno products and other produce recalls.