Taylor Farms has announced a voluntary recall of specific jalapeno products distributed to retailers across two dozen states. The decision follows concerns regarding potential salmonella contamination, a bacteria that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

The affected products were sold at several major national grocery chains, including Kroger, Stop & Shop, Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, and Walmart. Consumers who have purchased these items are advised to check their refrigerators and pantries against the specific product codes provided by the company.

While the recall is widespread, Taylor Farms has not yet released a comprehensive list of every specific product SKU or the exact production dates involved. Health officials typically advise that any consumer in possession of recalled food items should either discard them immediately or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. As of the current reporting, there have been no confirmed reports of illnesses linked directly to these specific products, though the recall serves as a precautionary measure to prevent potential outbreaks. Retailers are currently in the process of removing the identified items from store shelves to ensure no further sales occur.