Recalls paint only part of the food safety picture NPR | By Yuki Noguchi Published August 26, 2026 at 3:38 PM EDT Twitter LinkedIn Email Listen • 3:09 Recalls of lettuce, jalapeno peppers and eggs because of foodborne illness outbreaks have put a spotlight on the safety of the U.S. food supply. How much do the recalls tell us? Copyright 2026 NPR