FDA to Inspect Mexican Farms and Lettuce Facility After Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Taylor Farms

The FDA announced a new investigation into a Cyclospora outbreak. The probe will focus on farms in Mexico. Inspectors will also examine a lettuce shredding facility. The lettuce in question was supplied by Taylor Farms. Taylor Farms provided the product to Taco Bell. The agency seeks to determine how the lettuce became contaminated. Investigators will trace where the lettuce was shipped. Findings could impact food safety protocols for imported produce.