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E. Coli Outbreak Linked to RAW FARM Cheddar Cheese

3/17/2026

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Seven people in the United States have contracted E. coli after consuming RAW FARM-brand raw cheddar cheese, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Two hospitalizations have occurred, with no deaths.
The FDA has urged a recall, but RAW FARM has refused, and five infections occurred in California while the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises consumers to avoid the products as investigations continue.

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Story summary

Seven people in the United States have contracted E. coli after consuming RAW FARM-brand raw cheddar cheese, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Two hospitalizations have occurred, with no deaths.
The FDA has urged a recall, but RAW FARM has refused, and five infections occurred in California while the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises consumers to avoid the products as investigations continue.