Jalapeño Peppers Linked to Multistate Salmonella Outbreak Traced to Mexican Grower
Jalapeño peppers linked to a multistate salmonella outbreak have been traced to a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico, and distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors in U.S. The outbreak has affected 345 people in 27 states, leading to hospitalizations but no reported…
Houston, TX, August 6, 2026 —
A multistate salmonella outbreak has been linked to jalapeño peppers originating from a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico. These peppers were subsequently distributed within the United States by Coast Citrus Distributors.
The outbreak has impacted a significant number of individuals across the country, with 345 people confirmed to be affected in 27 different states. While the salmonella infections have led to hospitalizations, no deaths have been reported in connection with this outbreak.
In response to the health concerns, several prominent restaurant chains have taken action to remove the implicated jalapeño peppers from their offerings. Both Chipotle and Qdoba have confirmed that the peppers have been taken off their menus as a precautionary measure.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other health agencies are continuing to investigate the source and scope of the salmonella contamination. Further details regarding the specific grower and distribution channels are being assessed as part of the ongoing public health effort.
Story summarized from the original created by Mike Stobbe, Associated Press on www.click2houston.com, see more information here.
