Taylor Farms.
an American-based producer of fresh-cut fruits and vegetables
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Cyclospora outbreak reported in Michigan, FDA tracking foodborne illness, Trump cuts CDC funding, and Taylor Farms supplies lettuce to Taco Bell.Well supported28 reports8 developments inside
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FDA monitors food safety issues at Taylor Farms facilities.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Recall of Central Mexico grown lettuce from Taylor Farms linked to a Cyclospora outbreak is under investigation by the FDA and CDC.Well supported4 reports
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A foodborne illness outbreak is underway, traced to a plant whose parasite is linked to the crisis, forcing the CEO to manage the situation.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Recalled produce from Taylor Farms caused a Cyclospora parasite outbreak in Georgia.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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A cyclospora outbreak linked to Taylor Farms lettuce is being investigated, concurrent with the Trump administration slashing CDC funding and a local Oregon farm providing alternative food sources.Some support4 reports
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Cyclospora outbreak linked to food safety failures, involving FDA cuts to inspections and Taylor Farms/Taco Bell.Some support1 report
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Aldi is sourcing private-label and store-brand packaged greens from companies like Taylor Farms.Some support1 report
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Cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated iceberg lettuce affects Sweetgreen and Taco Bell in Michigan.Some support2 reports
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Taylor Farms, which grows lettuce in central Mexico, is now supplying products to major retailers including Aldi, Kroger, and Walmart, amid FDA scrutiny and HHS reports.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Lettuce sourced from central Mexico by Taylor Farms.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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A foodborne illness outbreak linked to lettuce from central Mexico has been reported in Illinois and Missouri, involving Taylor Farms.Well supported4 reports
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A division is based in the state of Tennessee, involving the entity Taylor Farms.Some support6 reports
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is involved in an office dealing with food safety issues stemming from an outbreak that affects Taylor Farms.Some support1 report
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Taco Bell and Taylor Farms are named in a lawsuit concerning a Cyclospora outbreak.Some support1 report
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The FDA is involved in matters concerning generic medication costs, executive visits before lettuce recalls, and a tour expansion due to overwhelming demand.Some support1 report
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Amid a Cyclospora outbreak linked to produce from Central Mexico, Taylor Farms is under FDA investigation, facing corporate pressure from the White House, and scrutiny over political donations.Well supported3 reports
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FDA and related agencies face reduced staff and budgets, while a CEO statement casts doubt on CDC findings.Some support1 report
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The World Cup's success is noted as contributing to the local economy, while Taylor Farms is linked to lettuce sourced from an affiliate in Salinas.Some support1 report
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Taylor Farms was linked to a contaminated iceberg lettuce supply, while the incident led to accusations against the Trump administration regarding health service cuts.Some support2 reports
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A Cyclospora outbreak linked to lettuce is reported, alongside legislative consideration of child protection law drafts.Some support2 reports
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Taylor Farms has been identified as a supplier of produce, including lettuce, to both Taco Bell and Target Corporation.Some support1 report
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Around Taylor Farms this week
News at the entities that move Taylor Farms most-
FDA StructuralGeneric medicine services are seeking approval for launch from the FDA.Moves Taylor Farms
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Walmart StructuralKraft Heinz is launching locally developed products and targeting expansion in North America through exclusive store channels.Moves Taylor Farms
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Taco Bell StructuralTaco Bell Foundation provides grants to support local workforce readiness programs in Parkersburg.Moves Taylor Farms
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Kroger StructuralWarren Buffett views Kroger as a long-term stock.Moves Taylor Farms
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention OperationalThe CDC is investigating multiple disease outbreaks across Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and New York.Moves Taylor Farms
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Trader Joe's StructuralTrader Joe's opened its first grocery store near Turkey Creek in Merriam.Moves Taylor Farms
Connections
The 37 strongest of 46, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Taco Bell Structural
Taylor Farms is a critical supplier of lettuce and produce to Taco Bell, forming a vital supply chain dependency exposed during a Cyclospora outbreak.
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Brian Thure Structural
Brian Thure held the formal position of President of Taylor Farms in Tennessee.
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Walmart Structural
Taylor Farms supplies produce that is sold through Walmart's retail outlets, forming a dedicated supply chain partnership.
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Kroger Structural
Taylor Farms is a critical supplier of produce and private-label goods to Kroger, a dependency underscored by product recalls.
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FDA Structural
FDA regulates Taylor Farms through investigations, mandates, and recalls concerning food safety and traceability.
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White House Transactional
Taylor Farms initiated contact with the White House regarding a product recall to seek a delay.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Operational
The CDC actively tracks and investigates foodborne illness outbreaks linked to Taylor Farms products.
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Aldi Structural
Taylor Farms supplies private-label and store-brand packaged greens to Aldi.
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Trader Joe's Structural
Taylor Farms supplies salads to Trader Joe's as part of a supply chain relationship.
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Target Corporation Structural
Target Corporation relies on Taylor Farms as a current supplier of produce for its operations.
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Sweetgreen Structural
Sweetgreen relies on Taylor Farms for produce supply, and food safety crises at Taylor Farms directly impact Sweetgreen's sales.
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Missouri Operational
Taylor Farms supplies lettuce to restaurants and retail stores operating within Missouri.
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Salinas Structural
Taylor Farms relies on inputs, specifically lettuce, sourced from agricultural affiliates based in the Salinas area.
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Robert Garcia Structural
Robert Garcia leads a committee that is formally investigating Taylor Farms.
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Subway Structural
Taylor Farms supplies food service products to Subway.
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Central Mexico Operational
Taylor Farms maintains an ongoing supply chain origin in Central Mexico, despite the shutdown of a specific processing facility.
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Marketside Structural
Taylor Farms provides a current supply of produce to Marketside.
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Food and Drug Administration Structural
The FDA exercises regulatory oversight and tracks products manufactured by Taylor Farms.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Mentioned together
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is mentioned in the context of an office dealing with food safety issues from an outbreak involving Taylor Farms.
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Colorado Operational
Taylor Farms operates within the context of Colorado, facing operational challenges such as listeria issues.
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Texas Shared context
Taylor Farms operates as a company within the market context of the state of Texas.
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ABC News Mentioned together
ABC News is currently reporting on Taylor Farms' business operations regarding their produce supplier status.
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Christopher Valdez Mentioned together
Valdez commented on market conditions and recovery following a foodborne illness outbreak affecting Taylor Farms.
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North America Shared context
Taylor Farms operates as a major business within the North American market.
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Michigan Shared context
Taylor Farms' operations are reported in the context of public health cases and issues within Michigan.
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Oregon Shared context
The company operates within the geographic and market context provided by the state of Oregon, utilizing its resources.
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Control Data Corporation Shared context
A and B share context as companies involved in a Cyclospora contamination outbreak.
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Tennessee Shared context
Taylor Farms operates within the geographic and regulatory context of the state of Tennessee.
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Sysco Structural
Taylor Farms supplies products to the distributor Sysco, establishing a persistent supply chain link.
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Itochu Mentioned together
Both companies are identified as part of the group controlling 54 percent of the salad market.
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Illinois Shared context
Taylor Farms operates as a supplier of produce within the market context of Illinois.
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Donald Trump Shared context
Taylor Farms' CEO was observed visiting the White House, placing the company within Donald Trump's political context.
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Philomath Operational
Philomath, a farm, provides local produce to Taylor Farms.
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Mississippi Shared context
Taylor Farms operates within Mississippi, which serves as the geographical context for product recall events.
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Denver Shared context
Taylor Farms was observed removing lettuce from stores, placing the company within the Denver context.
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MAGA Inc. Shared context
The entities share a political context by financially supporting a pro-Trump PAC.
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Bonduelle Shared context
The relationship is not explicitly defined in the provided evidence, but both entities operate within the salad market context.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
3 events- St. Lawrence County is located in North America, and Taylor Farms is one of the largest salad producers in the region.
- FDA monitors food safety issues at Taylor Farms facilities.
- Recall of Central Mexico grown lettuce from Taylor Farms linked to a Cyclospora outbreak is under investigation by the FDA and CDC.
August 2026
7 events- Recalled produce from Taylor Farms caused a Cyclospora parasite outbreak in Georgia.
- A cyclospora outbreak linked to Taylor Farms lettuce is being investigated, concurrent with the Trump administration slashing CDC funding and a local Oregon farm providing alternative food sources.
- Cyclospora outbreak linked to food safety failures, involving FDA cuts to inspections and Taylor Farms/Taco Bell.
- Aldi is sourcing private-label and store-brand packaged greens from companies like Taylor Farms.
- Cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated iceberg lettuce affects Sweetgreen and Taco Bell in Michigan.
- A foodborne illness outbreak linked to lettuce from central Mexico has been reported in Illinois and Missouri, involving Taylor Farms.
- A division is based in the state of Tennessee, involving the entity Taylor Farms.
July 2026
13 events- Cyclospora outbreak reported in Michigan, FDA tracking foodborne illness, Trump cuts CDC funding, and Taylor Farms supplies lettuce to Taco Bell.
- A foodborne illness outbreak is underway, traced to a plant whose parasite is linked to the crisis, forcing the CEO to manage the situation.
- Taylor Farms, which grows lettuce in central Mexico, is now supplying products to major retailers including Aldi, Kroger, and Walmart, amid FDA scrutiny and HHS reports.
- Lettuce sourced from central Mexico by Taylor Farms.
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is involved in an office dealing with food safety issues stemming from an outbreak that affects Taylor Farms.
- Taco Bell and Taylor Farms are named in a lawsuit concerning a Cyclospora outbreak.
- The FDA is involved in matters concerning generic medication costs, executive visits before lettuce recalls, and a tour expansion due to overwhelming demand.
- Amid a Cyclospora outbreak linked to produce from Central Mexico, Taylor Farms is under FDA investigation, facing corporate pressure from the White House, and scrutiny over political donations.
- FDA and related agencies face reduced staff and budgets, while a CEO statement casts doubt on CDC findings.
- The World Cup's success is noted as contributing to the local economy, while Taylor Farms is linked to lettuce sourced from an affiliate in Salinas.
- Taylor Farms was linked to a contaminated iceberg lettuce supply, while the incident led to accusations against the Trump administration regarding health service cuts.
- A Cyclospora outbreak linked to lettuce is reported, alongside legislative consideration of child protection law drafts.
- Taylor Farms has been identified as a supplier of produce, including lettuce, to both Taco Bell and Target Corporation.