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Bay Area shoppers concerned following cyclosporiasis outbreak
By Jocelyn Moran at NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· July 17, 2026
· 3 min read
Many shoppers are now paying closer attention to where their food comes from as Taylor Farms removed iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico following an FDA investigation linking some of its lettuce to a cyclosporiasis outbreak.
Shoppers at the Mountain Farmers Market in Los Gatos said th...
Key takeaway Shoppers at the Mountain Farmers Market in Los Gatos said they prefer buying directly from the people who grow their produce.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The recent cyclosporiasis outbreak and subsequent recall of Taylor Farms' iceberg lettuce has significant implications for San Francisco 's food scene. As shoppers become more cautious about the origin of their produce, local farmers markets like the Mountain Farmers Market in nearby Los Gatos may see an increase in demand. Residents like Mary Curtiss, who prefer to buy directly from farmers, may drive growth in the local agricultural sector. The outbreak also highlights the importance of transparency in the food supply chain, which could lead to increased support for local, small-scale farming operations that prioritize quality and safety. As the situation unfolds, San Francisco consumers will likely be paying closer attention to the source of their produce, potentially shifting the market in favor of local growers who can provide that assurance. This shift could have a lasting impact on the city's food culture and economy.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Many shoppers are now paying closer attention to where their food comes from as Taylor Farms removed iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico following an FDA investigation linking some of its lettuce to a cyclosporiasis outbreak.
Shoppers at the Mountain Farmers Market in Los Gatos said th...
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