Walmart Is Recalling a Summer Favorite Item Across Multiple States—Here's What You Need to Know
Three midwest states are now subject to yet another recall on cucumbers, this time by Ohio-based company, Wiers Farm, Inc. While no illnesses or consumer complaints have yet to be reported, the reality of a possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes is still being taken very seriously.
Last week, Wiers Farm issued a voluntary recall on a limited number of whole cucumbers with a pack date of June 5, 2024 and bagged salad cucumbers with a pack date of June 5, 2024 and June 6, 2024. Neither of the two products were grown or harvested by Wiers Farm, as they were sourced from out of state and then later distributed by the brand. According to the announcement made on July 12, the brand is currently working closely with regulatory officials in connection with the recall.
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The discovery of the potential contamination came from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development through routine sampling. Per the FDA, Listeria monocytogene is a harmful bacterium that can be found in refrigerated, ready-to-eat foods (think: meat, poultry, seafood and dairy) and produce that is harvested from soil contaminated with the same bacterium. It can lead to listeriosis (which pregnant women and unborn children are susceptible to) and symptoms can last anywhere from days to several weeks.
Symptoms can vary depending on the severity of the illness, and consumers who may have eaten the affected product can potentially experience fever, muscle aches and gastrointestinal issues. These symptoms should all be taken as a sign to seek help from a medical professional.
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Walmart locations in Minnesota, Indiana and Ohio are subject to the recall, in which customers should be looking out for product name Weirs Farm 2-pound Bagged Salad Cucumber. It’s sold in a clear bag with a blue base. The cucumbers are about 1.5- to 2.5-inches in diameter and 6- to 9-inches in length.
“Wiers Farm operates to the highest standards of health and food safety. We have taken immediate steps to address this isolated incident and we are collaborating closely with the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) to ensure a swift resolution.”
Consumers are encouraged to discard the product if in their possession as it is already past its shelf life and should already be out of distribution. However, if by chance the cucumbers are still in your possession, just go ahead and toss them out rather than consuming. Those who have further questions can contact Wiers Farm at (419) 933-2161 or email them at [email protected].
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