Taylor Farms Publishes New List of Products Recalled Over Salmonella Risk
Summary
Taylor Farms is recalling more than a dozen food products, including salsa and guacamole, because they may contain salmonella from fresh jalapeños. The outbreak has affected people in 27 states, with 345 reported infections and 36 hospitalizations.Key Facts
- Taylor Farms recalled products sold at stores like Walmart, Target, Whole Foods, Kroger, and Trader Joe’s.
- The recall involves products containing fresh jalapeños possibly contaminated with salmonella bacteria.
- Salmonella can cause serious food poisoning, especially in young children, elderly people, and those with weak immune systems.
- The outbreak is linked to fresh jalapeños supplied by Coast Citrus Distributors, with the source traced to a farm in Sinaloa, Mexico.
- Since late July, 345 salmonella cases have been reported across 27 states, with 36 hospitalizations and no deaths.
- Taylor Farms has stopped buying from the Sinaloa farm and is getting jalapeños from other suppliers.
- The recall is voluntary and aims to prevent more people from getting sick.
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