U.S. health officials admitted on July 20, 2026 that lettuce from Taylor Farms tested positive for cyclospora parasite but later found the lab findings mistaken. Uses of faulty procedures, not from tainted produce. The confusion worry grew about a wider Cyclospora hitting various U.S. states. More infections surfaced while authorities continued for the true source. Taylor Farms lettuce stays clear of blame. The probe for the actual cause presses on.