Elevated risk U.S. Food and Drug Administration

CV, JB, Mark and more Iceberg lettuce recall: Possible Cyclospora Contamination

Recall published 3 months ago

Possible Cyclospora Contamination

The hazard: Microbial contamination

A micro-organism that should not be in this product was found in it, which is why the batch is being pulled rather than quietly reworked.

What the notice says: If not treated, the illness may lead to dehydration and severe complications that may require higher levels of care.

Why it matters: The product was found, or is suspected, to carry a harmful micro-organism. The agency notice names the specific organism and that detail matters, because the illness it causes and the people most at risk differ from one to the next.

Symptoms and when to call a doctor

Most foodborne infections cause stomach cramps, diarrhoea, nausea and sometimes fever, starting anywhere from hours to weeks after exposure depending on the organism. See a doctor for a high fever, bloody diarrhoea, vomiting that stops you keeping liquids down, diarrhoea lasting more than three days, or signs of dehydration. Infants, pregnant people, adults over 65 and anyone immunocompromised should seek advice earlier.

This page is general information, not medical advice. If you feel unwell, a clinician who can see you is the only person able to judge your case.

Recall details

Published
July 17, 2026
Risk level
Elevated risk
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
CV, JB, Mark and more
Product type
Fresh produce
Distribution
Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin

Products covered by this recall

Iceberg lettuce

What the company announced

Taylor Farms de Mexico of Guanajuato, Mexico is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the U.S. market, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Cyclospora . Most people infected with Cyclospora develop diarrhea, with frequent bowel movements. Other common symptoms include loss of appetite, weight loss, stomach cramps/pain, bloating, increased gas, nausea, and fatigue. Vomiting, body aches, headache, and fever may be noted. Some people who are infected with Cyclospora do not have any symptoms. If not treated, the illness may lead to dehydration and severe complications that may require higher levels of care. These complications may last from a few days to a month or longer. Symptoms may seem to go away and then return one or more times (relapse). Immunocompromised persons may experience more severe illness of longer duration along with complications requiring close medical attention.

This action was prompted by the multistate Cyclospora outbreak https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/investigation-5-state-outbreakcyclospora-illnesses-iceberg-lettuce-july-2026 . We are actively removing the implicated products. The company has stopped receiving product from the implicated lot, suspended distribution of the iceberg lettuce from Central Mexico, notified our customers, and we are continuing to work with the FDA, CDC, and state authorities.

The shredded iceberg product was distributed June 29th thru July 16th in AL, AR, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, and WI.

A complete list of affected products, lot codes, use-by dates and instructions for returning or disposing of them is available here:

  • Brand: CV · Segment: Food Service · Description: BLEND LETT/ROM 50/50 NOCLR 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
  • Brand: CV · Segment: Food Service · Description: BLEND LETT/ROM 80/20 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/2/2026
  • Brand: CV · Segment: Food Service · Description: BLEND LETT/ROM 80/20 WITH SEP BAGGIES 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
  • Brand: CV · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE CHOP 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
  • Brand: CV · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE SALAD MIX 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/17/2026- 7/25/2026
  • Brand: CV · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE SALAD WITH SEP BAG 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
  • Brand: CV · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE SHRED 1/4" 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/2/2026
  • Brand: JB · Segment: Food Service · Description: 1/8" SHRED LETTUCE 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 7/30/2026
  • Brand: MARK · Segment: Food Service · Description: BLEND LETT/ROM 80/20 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/21/2026- 7/29/2026
  • Brand: MARK · Segment: Food Service · Description: BLEND LETT/ROM 80/20 WITH SEP BAGGIES 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
  • Brand: MARK · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE CHOP 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/18/2026- 7/30/2026
  • Brand: MARK · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE SALAD MIX 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/21/2026- 7/29/2026
  • Brand: MARK · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE SALAD WITH SEP BAG 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
  • Brand: MARK · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE SHRED 1/4" 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
  • Brand: MARK · Segment: Food Service · Description: BLEND LETT/ROM 50/50 NOCLR 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 7/29/2026
  • Brand: MARK · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE SHRED 3/8" 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/21/2026, 7/28/2026
  • Brand: MKTSD · Segment: Retail · Description: Iceberg Salad 12 oz, 24 oz · Best if Used By: 7/18/2026 to 8/3/2026
  • Brand: MKTSD · Segment: Retail · Description: Shredded Lettuce 8 oz, 16 oz · Best if Used By: July 18th to Aug 3rd 2026
  • Brand: PK · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE SHRED 1/8" 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026, 7/20/2026, 7/25/2026, 7/28/2026, 7/30/2026
  • Brand: PK · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE SALAD W/BAG 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/18/2026- 8/1/2026
  • Brand: SUB · Segment: Food Service · Description: SHRED LETTUCE 1/4" 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 7/31/2026
  • Brand: SY · Segment: Food Service · Description: BLEND LETT/ROM 50/50 NOCLR 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/18/2026, 7/21/2026, 7/29/2026, 8/1/2026
  • Brand: SY · Segment: Food Service · Description: BLEND LETT/ROM 80/20 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/3/2026
  • Brand: SY · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE CHOP 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/3/2026
  • Brand: SY · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE SALAD MIX 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/21/2026- 8/3/2026
  • Brand: SY · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE SALAD WITH SEP BAG 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026 -8/3/2026
  • Brand: SY · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE SHRED 1/8" 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/3/2026
  • Brand: SY · Segment: Food Service · Description: BLEND LETT/ROM 70/30 NOCOLR 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 7/30/2026
  • Brand: TF · Segment: Food Service · Description: BLEND LETT/ROM 80/20 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/3/2026
  • Brand: TF · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE CHOP 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 7/31/2026
  • Brand: TF · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE SALAD MIX 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
  • Brand: TF · Segment: Food Service · Description: BLEND LETT/ROM 50/50 NOCLR 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/19/2026- 8/3/2026
  • Brand: TF · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE SALAD W/BAG 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/1/2026
  • Brand: TF · Segment: Food Service · Description: BLEND LETT/ROM 70/30 NOCOLR 4/5# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/3/2026
  • Brand: TF · Segment: Food Service · Description: LETTUCE CHOP 1X1" 4/4# · Best if Used By: 7/16/2026- 8/3/2026

Consumers who have purchased the recalled iceberg lettuce should discard it immediately and not consume it. Full refunds are also available at the location of purchase. Consumers experiencing health issues should contact their physician. Consumers with any questions may contact our customer care team at 855-455-0098 Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm PST.

For Media Inquiries: [email protected] .

Reproduced from the company announcement posted on fda.gov. Links and contact forms in the original are not repeated here; the official notice below has them.

Check your product

The notice names 27 codes you can read straight off the package. Type the one printed on yours and the list below narrows to it.

Best-by / use-by date

Printed beside the lot code, not on the price sticker.

  • 7/16/2026- 8/1/2026. Brand CV
  • 7/16/2026- 8/2/2026. Brand CV
  • 7/17/2026- 7/25/2026. Brand CV
  • 7/16/2026- 8/2/2026. Brand JB
  • 7/16/2026- 7/30/2026. Brand MARK
  • 7/21/2026- 7/29/2026. Brand MARK
  • 7/16/2026- 8/1/2026. Brand MARK
  • 7/18/2026- 7/30/2026. Brand MARK
  • 7/16/2026- 7/29/2026. Brand MARK
  • 7/21/2026
  • 7/28/2026. Brand MKTSD
  • 7/16/2026
  • 7/20/2026
  • 7/25/2026
  • 7/28/202
  • 7/18/2026- 8/1/2026. Brand SUB
  • 7/16/2026- 7/31/2026. Brand SY
  • 7/18/2026
  • 7/29/2026
  • 8/1/2026

Model or item number

On the rating label, the box or the instruction sheet.

  • was distributed June 29th
  • July 16th
  • AR

Package size

Match the net weight or the piece count on the front of the pack.

  • 12 oz
  • 24 oz
  • 8 oz
  • 16 oz

Codes are lifted verbatim from the FDA — Company recall announcements notice. A code that is missing here may still be covered — the official notice is the complete list.

What to do about Contamination

CV, JB, Mark and more — A micro-organism that should not be in this product was found in it, which is why the batch is being pulled rather than quietly reworked.

  1. Stop eating it and keep it separate from other food.
  2. Bag and bin it, or return it to the store for a refund.
  3. Clean and sanitise the fridge shelf, container or surface it was stored on.
  4. Read the official notice for the organism named — the advice for Listeria, Salmonella and hepatitis A is not the same.

How to get your money back

Food recalls carry a full refund, and in the United States you usually do not need the receipt or the packaging.

  • Take the product, or your photo of the label, to the customer service desk of the store where you bought it. Nearly every national grocer refunds recalled food on the spot.
  • Bought it online? Open the order in your account and use the refund option; marketplace sellers are required to honour a federal recall.
  • If the store refuses, contact the recalling company using the details on this page. The firm, not the shop, carries the cost of a recall.
  • If you have a loyalty card, the retailer can look the purchase up in your history — Kroger, Costco and Walmart all do this routinely.

Remedy named in the notice: Consumers who have purchased the recalled iceberg lettuce should discard it immediately and not consume it.

Company contact: Taylor Fresh Foods — Consumers: 855-455-0098 — Media: [email protected]

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

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Questions people ask about this recall

Why was CV, JB, Mark and more fresh produce recalled?

Possible Cyclospora Contamination If not treated, the illness may lead to dehydration and severe complications that may require higher levels of care.

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

Match the codes printed on your package against the notice: best-by date 7/16/2026- 8/1/2026. Brand CV or 7/16/2026- 8/2/2026. Brand CV; model number was distributed June 29th, July 16th, AR. If the code on your package is not on that list, your unit is outside the recall.

What should I do with it right now?

Stop eating it and keep it separate from other food.

Can I get my money back?

The notice says: Consumers who have purchased the recalled iceberg lettuce should discard it immediately and not consume it.

Which states were affected?

The notice lists Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts and others.

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