ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A nationwide recall involving jalapeño-containing food products is raising concerns as federal health officials investigate a salmonella outbreak linked to peppers distributed across the United States.
Taylor Farms has voluntarily recalled multiple products made with jalapeños after fresh peppers supplied by Coast Citrus Distributors were connected to a multistate salmonella outbreak. Federal investigators have identified a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico, as the potential source of the contaminated peppers.
According to health officials, the outbreak has resulted in 345 reported illnesses across 27 states and 36 hospitalizations. No deaths have been reported.
The recall affects products distributed in 26 states and sold through major retailers including Target, Walmart, Trader Joe’s, Kroger, Whole Foods, Stop & Shop, and Hannaford. Recalled items include various salsa products, pico de gallo, guacamole, taco dip, sandwiches, and prepared foods with “Best If Used By” dates through August 16, 2026.
While New Mexico is not among the states listed as receiving the recalled Taylor Farms products, the recall highlights the far-reaching impact food contamination can have through national distribution networks.
This is the second major recall involving Taylor Farms in recent weeks. In July, the company recalled iceberg lettuce linked to a nationwide cyclospora outbreak, drawing renewed attention to food safety and produce supply chains.
Taylor Farms says it has stopped sourcing peppers from the grower connected to the outbreak and is using alternative suppliers while the investigation continues.
