Taylor Farms' Troubling Harvest: A Crisis of Contamination and Trust The recent outbreak of Cyclospora infections linked to Taylor Farms' shredded iceberg lettuce has brought to light a disturbing pattern of contamination in the produce industry.
The recall list, spanning 27 states and multiple brands, is just the latest example of how a single company's negligence can have far reaching consequences for public health.
Since May 1, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported 1,645 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, with over 5,100 additional suspected cases under review.