cyclospora
FDA releases action plan following 2026 Cyclospora outbreaks
In advance of the 2027 growing and harvesting season, the FDA will increase activities to prevent Cyclospora contamination of fresh...
FDA finds Cyclospora at Mexican farm linked to lettuce outbreak
FDA says, of the samples collected during the onsite inspections in Mexico, two samples tested positive for Cyclospora.
IFPA points to next steps in detection and traceability after outbreak concludes
The International Fresh Produce Association points to the close communication among FDA, CDC, and the industry over the past two...
CDC declares Cyclospora outbreak over as investigation continues
While the outbreak is over, FDA continues the outbreak investigation of Cyclospora infections linked to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
FDA expands Cyclospora outbreak by three states
The total case count associated with this outbreak is now 11,458 illnesses reported from 20 states, with Georgia, Tennessee, and...
FDA continues to investigate Cyclospora outbreak, but added no new states
Since the last update on August 13, state and local health officials have continued to interview additional people sick with...
IFPA research shows how Cyclospora outbreak harmed produce industry
This summer’s Cyclospora outbreak has done lasting damage to the produce industry based on consumer confidence and lower overall sales.
FDA reports all recalled lettuce linked to Cyclospora outbreak is off the market
The total case count associated with this multistate outbreak is now 9,481 illnesses reported from 17 states.
LGMA: California-grown lettuce and leafy greens not linked to Cyclospora outbreak
LGMA created a Cyclospora Fact Sheet on why lettuce and leafy greens from California LGMA members are low risk for...
FDA expands Cyclospora outbreak to 15 states
This includes the addition of 6 states since the last update: Arkansas, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, and North Carolina.
IFPA’s recommendations to CDC urge broader approach to Cyclospora investigations
IFPA recommends enhancements to the government's Cyclospora outbreak investigation process, including consideration of exposure pathways.
Michigan reports 2 deaths in Cyclospora outbreak
On August 3, the MDHHS reported 11,234 total cases related to the Cyclospora outbreak, 193 hospitalizations, and two deaths.
Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce expands to 9 states
This outbreak includes illnesses from 9 states: Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, and W. Virginia.
Week in Review: Outbreak overshadows industry
As the produce industry gathers today at the IFPA Foodservice Conference, the Cyclospora outbreak casts a shadow on the whole industry.
Produce industry headlines: July 23, 2026
Links today include a new Sprouts HQ, emphasis on organic produce imports, an editorial on food safety, a new Cyclospora...
LGMA highlights science-based strategies for preventing Cyclospora
An LGMA webinar shows what is known—and what remains unknown—about Cyclospora and how growers, shippers, and buyers can reduce risk.
UPDATED: FDA reports false positive on Taylor Fresh Foods as source of Cyclospora outbreak
Taylor Farms de Mexico remains under investigation for the Cyclospora outbreak that is linked to Taco Bell.
IFPA calls for stronger FDA Human Foods Program in response to Cyclospora outbreak
The International Fresh Produce Association released this updated statement on July 19, 2026, on the Cyclospora outbreak.
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