Cyclospora outbreak from lettuce reduces salad demand

A cyclospora contamination outbreak traced to Taylor Farms lettuce has caused consumers to avoid salads, reducing foot traffic at chains like Chopt and Chipotle. The FDA issued updated guidance and retailers began recalls.

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Amid Cyclospora Outbreak Tied to Lettuce, America Skips Salads

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Even the ‘Salad Queen’ Isn’t Eating Greens Right Now www.nytimes.com/2026/07/23/b... Foot traffic to chains such as Chopt and Chipotle fell in recent weeks after a recall from Taylor Farms and changing messages from the F.D.A.