Sysco Halts Mexican Iceberg Lettuce | Orlando News

Sysco, the nation’s largest food distributor, is pulling iceberg lettuce from Mexico amid a growing cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to contaminated produce — a move that’s already led to two deaths in Michigan. The company’s CEO says they’ve halted purchases and are sourcing domestically to meet demand, even before Taylor Farms de Mexico issued its own recall. Though the FDA hasn’t confirmed a positive test for the parasite, health officials warn of severe symptoms like diarrhea and fatigue, especially in vulnerable populations. Sysco praises Taylor Farms’ integrity but acknowledges the challenge of quickly replacing such a massive supplier. Experts stress the illness is rarely fatal — though serious — and often affects those with weakened immune systems. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/12342eba29f261fb