Acting FDA Commissioner Kyle Diamantas said Tuesday that Americans should feel confident eating fresh produce, including leafy greens, following the removal of tainted iceberg lettuce linked to a summer cyclospora outbreak.

Diamantas made the remarks during an appearance on CNBC, noting the FDA remains confident that all iceberg lettuce related to the outbreak has been effectively removed from the market as of the July 17 recall by Taylor Farms de Mexico. He added that the agency is very confident the iceberg lettuce from central Mexico was the culprit in the large Cyclospora outbreak in the Midwest.

The FDA and CDC have investigated the multistate outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico. As of recent updates, the investigation covers 15 states with thousands of confirmed cases, hundreds of hospitalizations, and two deaths reported. Taylor Farms initiated a voluntary recall of the implicated product on July 17, and the company has suspended sourcing and production from the region.

Diamantas pointed to new agency guidance finalized for producers of chopped and freshly cut produce. The guidance aims to improve preparation and packaging practices amid ongoing foodborne illness concerns. The FDA has also collaborated with state and local partners to expand case tracking based on additional interview data.

Public health officials continue to advise against consuming any recalled Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce products. The agency emphasized that the specific outbreak source has been addressed through recalls and supply chain actions.

The statements come as the FDA works to restore confidence in the produce supply following multiple clusters of cyclosporiasis cases this summer. Diamantas, who previously served as deputy commissioner for food, assumed the acting commissioner role earlier this year.