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FDA says it's still investigating Taylor Farms in cyclosporiasis outbreak
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Berkeley Lovelace Jr. | NBC News , NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 20, 2026
· 3 min read
Taylor Farms continues to be the subject of a Food and Drug Administration investigation into the growing cyclosporiasis outbreak, despite a false-positive test result, the agency said Monday. Late Sunday, the FDA said that a lettuce sample from the company had falsely tested positive for cyclosp...
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Key takeaway Late Sunday, the FDA said that a lettuce sample from the company had falsely tested positive for cyclospora , the parasite that causes the illness.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The ongoing investigation into Taylor Farms and the cyclosporiasis outbreak has significant implications for Los Angeles' food supply chain. As a major hub for food distribution, the city's businesses and consumers rely on safe and healthy products. The fact that Taylor Farms' shredded iceberg lettuce was recalled in 27 states, including potentially California, raises concerns about the company's quality control measures. Furthermore, the outbreak's connection to Taco Bell restaurants, which have a large presence in the Los Angeles area, means that local residents may have been affected by the contaminated lettuce. The FDA's continued investigation into Taylor Farms suggests that the company's practices will be under scrutiny, which could have repercussions for the local food industry as a whole. As the situation unfolds, Los Angeles residents should remain vigilant about food safety and take necessary precautions to protect themselves from potential health risks.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
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