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Produce industry headlines: October 1, 2026
Read about HEB's foot traffic success, Albertsons adds to its board, a survey shows retail's challenges in fresh departments, and...
IFPA calls on FDA for better food safety communication
IFPA's Max Teplitski wrote, “We ask the FDA to work with us to strengthen both consumer confidence and the produce...
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.
FDA releases ready-to-eat fresh-cut produce guidance
This guidance is aimed at manufacturers and processors of ready-to-eat fresh-cut items such as chopped lettuce, vegetables, and fruit salads.
Produce industry headlines: August 10, 2026
Read about the Save A Lot's store troubles, a wave of earnings news, plus regulatory moves on food policy, and...
FDA investigates Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeño peppers
The FDA and CDC are investigating illnesses in a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Javiana infections linked to jalapeños from Sinaloa,...
Week in Review: Outbreak affects lettuce market
This outbreak is affecting consumer demand, as consumers are avoiding salads and lettuce varieties, even if they’re not linked to it.
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.
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.
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.
Produce industry headlines: July 16, 2026
Read about grocers' strategy for customers with low confidence, Grocery Outlet's store opening plans, photo coverage of OPS, and more.
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