Major Food Recall Expands to Major Retailers as Salmonella Outbreak Sickens Hundreds A large-scale food recall has expanded to include major retailers such as Trader Joe’s, Walmart, Target, and others after contaminated jalapeños linked to Salmonella sickened 345 people and hospitalized 36. The affected peppers, distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors, were grown in Sinaloa, Mexico, and sold in 27 states. The recall follows a multistate outbreak of foodborne illness that began in June 2026 and continued through July, with illnesses reported as early as June 19. The contaminated jalapeños were part of products sold by Taylor Fresh Foods, which operates under the brand name Taylor Farms. The recall was initially triggered by an outbreak linked to jalapeños served at Chipotle locations in Minnesota, which led to 110 reported illnesses. As a precaution, Qdoba restaurants removed the product from their menus. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) stated that the risk from these establishments has been mitigated due to their swift action to remove the affected items. The recall now covers a wide range of products containing the contaminated jalapeños, including salsas, dips, and pre-packaged meals. Affected items were distributed to retailers such as Hannaford, Kroger, Stop and Shop, Target, Walmart, and Whole Foods. Specific products include diced jalapeños, rice and bean burritos, spicy roast beef sandwiches, and various dips and salsas. Each product has unique UPC codes and expiration dates, with most best if used by dates ranging from August 7 to August 16, 2026. The Salmonella outbreak has caused significant public health concerns, with symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever reported in those who consumed the contaminated products. The U.S.#us_food_and_drug_administration #taylor_farms #taylor_fresh_foods #coast_citrus_distributors #salmonella_outbreak
