Frozen Berries Sold at Walmart Recalled Over Potential E. coli Contamination, FDA Warns

Primary Journalistic Dispatch & Direct Reporting

Shopping for produce has been fraught during the season of cyclosporiasis and salmonella outbreaks. Now, a July recall of frozen berries potentially contaminated with E. coli bacteria has been expanded to include more products.

On July 3, Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. issued a frozen blueberry recall affecting bags distributed to certain Publix locations. According to a new announcement made by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on September 3, more products sold in select Walmart stores are now being added to the list of potentially contaminated products.

In-Depth Developments & Factual Context

All of the recalled berries were manufactured by Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A., according to the FDA. While the original recall in July pulled GreenWise brand organic blueberries - which were primarily sold in Publix stores - from the shelves, the expanded recall includes a new brand that was distributed to Walmart stores in 16 states. Check your freezer for the following information.

Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend (Including Strawberries, Blackberries, and Blueberries)

Industry Impact & Strategic Analysis

Sold in: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas, and Wisconsin

More information on the expanded recall can be found in the FDA's September 3 enforcement report . More information on the original recall can be found in the FDA's July 6 enforcement report .

Forward Outlook & Market Perspective

As of right now, there aren't any reported illnesses associated with the expanded recall, according to the FDA. However, consuming food contaminated with E. coli could certainly lead to digestive symptoms like "severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (which may be bloody), and vomiting." While most people recover from an E. coli infection on their own within a week, immunocompromised people, young children, and older adults are at risk of developing severe complications from the infection.

The FDA is urging consumers who have the recalled berries in their home not to eat them and instead throw them away or return them to Walmart for a full refund. If you have questions about the recall, you can also contact Info.foodsafety@comfrut.com or 336-899-5612. If you've already eaten the recalled berries and have any health concerns, contact a doctor right away.

Common Household Items Linked to Thousands of Deaths From Heart Disease

I Slept on the Saatva Classic Mattress for 5 Months - Here's My Verdict

Reporting synthesized and verified under Nexvoro.tech editorial guidelines. Full primary records referenced via Yahoo.