Taylor Farms recalls salsa and guacamole over salmonella risk

Taylor Farms, one of the nation’s largest fresh‑produce suppliers, announced a voluntary recall of several batches of its salsa and guacamole products after laboratory testing indicated the possible presence of Salmonella. The recall, issued on August 9, 2026, covers approximately 1.2 million pounds of product packaged in 8‑ounce and 16‑ounce containers bearing the “Taylor’s Fresh” label and distributed to grocery chains in California, Arizona, Nevada, and Texas. Consumers who have purchased the affected items are advised to discard them or return them to the point of sale for a full refund.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was notified of the potential contamination on August 7, 2026, and is working with Taylor Farms to verify the scope of the issue. No illnesses have been reported to date, and the agency emphasizes that symptoms of Salmonella infection typically include fever, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea, which can appear 12 to 72 hours after ingestion. Taylor Farms has halted production at the facility where the suspect batches were processed, initiated a thorough sanitation protocol, and is conducting additional testing to ensure that future shipments are free of pathogens.

Consumers with concerns or who believe they may have consumed the recalled products are encouraged to contact Taylor Farms’ dedicated hotline at 1‑800‑555‑0199. The company reiterated its commitment to food safety and indicated that it will continue to cooperate with federal regulators while working to restore confidence in its fresh‑food offerings.