The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Public Health (DPH) is advising consumers not to eat any recalled iceberg lettuce products from Taylor Fresh Foods. The lettuce may be contaminated with Cyclospora, a parasite that can cause foodborne illness. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that Taylor Fresh Foods is voluntarily recalling certain iceberg lettuce products sourced from central Mexico. To date, DHHS has not identified any cases of cyclosporiasis (Cyclospora infection) in New Hampshire linked to the national outbreak.

The recalled products were distributed to retailers and food service customers, including locations in New Hampshire, between June 29 and July 16, 2026. The FDA website contains a complete list of products and lot numbers. At this time, there is no information indicating that any recalled products were distributed directly to consumers through New Hampshire stores, but restaurants and other food service entities should check their inventory for recalled products.

People infected with Cyclospora may develop symptoms including watery diarrhea, loss of appetite, weight loss, stomach cramps, nausea, fatigue, and low-grade fever. Symptoms typically begin about one week after consuming contaminated food and can last for several weeks if left untreated. Anyone experiencing these symptoms with potential exposure to recalled lettuce should contact their health care provider.

New Hampshire has recorded six Cyclospora infections so far in 2026.

Granite Staters can reduce their risk of cyclospora infection and other foodborne illnesses by taking a few simple precautions when handling all fresh fruits and vegetables. Rinsing produce thoroughly under clean, running water helps remove dirt and potential contaminants, even for items that will be peeled or cooked. Using clean cutting boards and utensils, separating raw produce from raw meat, and washing hands before and after food preparation also limit opportunities for cross contamination. Refrigerating perishable items promptly and keeping kitchen surfaces clean reduce the chance of food borne illnesses.

DHHS continues to monitor the national outbreak and will provide additional information as relevant. To report a suspected illness associated with this outbreak in New Hampshire, contact DPH at 603-271-4496.