Texas Reports Fewer Food Recalls in 2026 Despite Major Outbreaks
Texas has seen a notable decrease in food recalls in 2026, with 23 recalls affecting the state so far compared to 55 in 2025. This decline occurred despite significant outbreaks, including a large Cyclospora outbreak linked to Taylor Farms lettuce…
Waco Temple Bryan, TX, October 22, 2026 —
Texas has recorded 23 food recalls affecting the state so far in 2026, compared with 55 in 2025, according to the figures provided. The lower count comes amid two significant foodborne illness outbreaks: a large Cyclospora outbreak linked to Taylor Farms lettuce that caused fatalities, and a Salmonella outbreak tied to jalapenos.
The figures show fewer recalls in 2026 so far than were reported for 2025. However, the information provided does not specify the period covered by the 2025 total or the cutoff date for the 2026 count, so the figures do not establish whether the two totals cover equivalent time spans.
The outbreak details also are limited. The number of fatalities in the Cyclospora outbreak, the dates and geographic scope of either outbreak, and the number of people affected were not provided. No information was supplied about the specific products involved beyond the link to Taylor Farms lettuce and jalapenos.
The recall count alone does not explain the reason for the decline. Information about the agencies compiling the totals, the criteria used to count recalls, or whether the outbreaks resulted in particular recalls was not provided. The available figures therefore describe a decrease in reported recalls alongside serious outbreaks, but do not establish a connection between those developments.
Further detail on the timeframe and counting method would be needed to make a direct comparison between the years. The information provided does not include any additional recall totals, official statements, inspection findings or subsequent developments.
Story summarized from the original created by Jessica Rajkumar on www.kwtx.com, see more information here.
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