FDA Confirms Cyclospora Contamination at Mexican Farm Linked to Major Outbreak

FDA confirms cyclospora found at Mexican farm linked to U.S. foodborne outbreak, with 13,000 cases reported. Investigation concludes.

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October 3, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — The Food and Drug Administration has confirmed the presence of cyclospora at a Mexican farm associated with the largest foodborne illness outbreak in U.S. history, according to a recent announcement.

The agency stated that inspectors discovered the parasite in two locations: a wastewater tank and a drainage ditch used for lettuce cultivation. Despite this finding, it remains unclear how the contamination occurred at Taylor Farms’ facility, which was linked to nearly 13,000 cases of diarrhea and other illnesses across the country.

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The FDA has now concluded its investigation into the outbreak, which had been declared over by U.S. officials last month. Meanwhile, Taylor Farms attributed the contamination to an independent grower no longer part of their supplier program and stated that its central Mexico facility remains closed as it implements enhanced safety protocols.

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