Lettuce Be Honest: The Cyclosporiasis Outbreak and What It Means for Food Safety A recent outbreak of cyclosporiasis linked to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell locations has sent shockwaves through the food industry, with shares of Yum Brands plummeting nearly 7% over the past five days.
At its core, this crisis is about more than just a tainted lettuce supply chain; it's also about marketing and brand loyalty.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention investigation has pinpointed Taylor Farms, a supplier to Taco Bell and many other restaurant chains, as the potential source of the contaminated lettuce.