ou may have seen the latest headlines about a produce-related Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico (via Taylor Farms) and distributed through a large industrial, multistate supply chain traveling across thousands of miles.

Cyclospora is a microscopic parasite that has contaminated produce when human waste enters agricultural water, irrigation systems or areas where food is grown, harvested or handled.

“The parasite originates in human waste, but it does not become infectious immediately. It must remain in the environment for at least one to two weeks to mature. If contaminated water then comes into contact with fresh produce, the parasite can cling to the food and eventually make its way into someone’s digestive system. It can cause frequent watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, loss of appetite, weight loss and extreme fatigue and symptoms may last for weeks if the illness is not treated.”
– CDC

This is why knowing where your food comes from and how it reaches you matters.

When you are part of a local food network like Local Fare, you are dealing with a much shorter and more transparent supply chain including much higher standards for irrigation and water quality. Produce comes directly from our farmers to us and then to you often within 48 hours.

With a shorter supply chain it means fewer stops, fewer hands handling it, less time in transit and greater traceability if a concern ever arises. Large-scale commercial supply chains can move food thousands of miles and distribute one source across numerous states, stores and restaurants allowing a single contamination event to affect far more families.

Buying in season and local isn’t only about better flavor and fresher produce which heavily reduces the risk of such outbreaks and concerns that stem from industrial farms & out of country sourced items. It also means knowing your farmer, understanding your food’s journey and having greater peace of mind about what you’re feeding your family.

It’s a great time to be an LFJ member!

Food recalls can happen anywhere in the food system, and buying locally does not eliminate every food-safety risk. But knowing where your food comes from, who produced it and how it reached your table can give you greater transparency into the food you feed your family.

We encourage our members to stay informed, ask questions and learn more about the people and farms behind their food.

Nearly 168,000 lbs. of beef, pork & goat recalled after being sold without federal inspection

Sept. 23, 2026

Great Value & GreenWise frozen berries recalled after E. coli outbreak

Sept. 9, 2026

FDA upgrades Publix GreenWise frozen berry recall to Class I

Aug. 20, 2026

Taylor Farms jalapeño recall triggers USDA meat/poultry safety alert

Aug. 10, 2026

FDA investigates Cyclospora, Salmonella & Listeria outbreaks

July 23, 2026

Officials investigate lettuce in multistate Cyclospora outbreak

July 14, 2026

Florida investigates General Mills over potassium bromate in flour

July 13, 2026

Frozen pizzas sold at Walmart & Aldi recalled over Salmonella concerns

May 5, 2026

Super Greens powder tied to Salmonella illnesses

Jan 26, 2026

Stay Informed About Food Recalls

Knowing where your food comes from also means staying informed about what’s happening throughout our food system.

Every year, food products are recalled for reasons ranging from Salmonella, E. coli and Listeria contamination to undeclared allergens, foreign materials and other safety concerns. Recalls can involve produce, meat, dairy, packaged foods and other products found in homes across the country.

Staying informed allows you to check the foods in your refrigerator, freezer and pantry and take action when necessary.

Below are trusted resources where you can find current food recalls, safety alerts and additional information directly from federal agencies and local news organizations.

Official Food Recall Resources

Publix GreenWise Organic Frozen Berries — E. coli Recall
Publix recalled certain GreenWise Organic frozen blueberry and mixed-berry products because of potential E. coli O145 contamination.
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/publix-recalls-all-lots-greenwise-organic-frozen-blueberries-and-whole-mixed-berries-due-potential-e

Taylor Fresh Foods — Jalapeño / Salmonella Recall
Taylor Fresh Foods recalled multiple products containing jalapeño peppers because of potential Salmonella contamination. The recall affected products sold under multiple brands and through multiple retailers.
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/taylor-fresh-foods-recalls-products-made-jalapeno-peppers-because-possible-health-ris