Cyclospora outbreak linked to Mexican lettuce causes foot traffic decline at Sweetgreen and Taco Bell.
2 reports, 1 independent
Updated Jul 24
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What happened
Cyclospora outbreak linked to Mexican lettuce causes foot traffic decline at Sweetgreen and Taco Bell.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Sweetgreen
eco-chic salad chain
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Taco Bell
American fast-food chain
Related events
- Cyclospora outbreak linked to food safety failures, involving FDA cuts to inspections and Taylor Farms/Taco Bell.
- Congress passed a law and FSMA required enhanced record-keeping following a cyclospora outbreak, impacting consumer confidence.
- Cyclospora outbreak traced to Taco Bell locations in Minnesota, prompting the company to submit a WARN notice.
- Taco Bell was directly linked to a foodborne illness outbreak. Sweetgreen cut outlook due to foot traffic fall. David Ortega is a professor at Michigan State University.
Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- cbsnews.comRestaurant visits fall, grocery store lettuce sales dip. Here's how cyclosporiasis is affecting businesses.