The agency is working to pinpoint the origin of this latest cluster while simultaneously monitoring a separate, smaller outbreak that grew to 10 confirmed cases this Wednesday. These developments come amid a broader period of heightened concern regarding foodborne illness, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports over 4,100 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis since May 1, with thousands more currently under review.

Market reaction was swift following the FDA's update. Shares of major chains including Cava Group, Chipotle Mexican Grill, and Sweetgreen retreated during afternoon trading. Sweetgreen saw its stock fall 7% to $6.30, while Yum Brands managed a modest 0.3% gain to close at $147.57. Analysts at Oppenheimer have already signaled that retailers like Sprouts Farmers Market may face downward pressure as consumer anxiety regarding produce safety persists.