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...

4 weeks ago 4 minute read

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.

4 weeks ago 4 minute read

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...

2 months ago 3 minute read

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.

2 months ago 2 minute read

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...

2 months ago 2 minute read

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...

2 months ago 2 minute read

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.

3 months ago 3 minute read

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.

3 months ago 2 minute read

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...

3 months ago 2 minute read

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.

3 months ago 3 minute read

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.

3 months ago 4 minute read

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.

3 months ago 1 minute read

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.

3 months ago 2 minute read

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.

3 months ago 2 minute read

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...

3 months ago 2 minute read

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.

4 months ago 2 minute read

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.

4 months ago 4 minute read

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.

4 months ago 1 minute read

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