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E. Coli Outbreak Tied to Raw Farm Cheddar Cheese

3/31/2026

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An E. coli outbreak linked to Raw Farm's unpasteurized cheddar cheese and raw milk has affected nine people in California, Texas, and Florida.
Health officials report three hospitalizations, including one case of hemolytic uremic syndrome, a severe kidney condition.
The CDC and FDA are investigating the outbreak, which began between September 2025 and February 2026.
Despite calls for a voluntary recall, Raw Farm has not removed its products from shelves.
The FDA advises consumers to avoid these products and sanitize surfaces that may have been contaminated.

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An E. coli outbreak linked to Raw Farm's unpasteurized cheddar cheese and raw milk has affected nine people in California, Texas, and Florida.
Health officials report three hospitalizations, including one case of hemolytic uremic syndrome, a severe kidney condition.
The CDC and FDA are investigating the outbreak, which began between September 2025 and February 2026.
Despite calls for a voluntary recall, Raw Farm has not removed its products from shelves.
The FDA advises consumers to avoid these products and sanitize surfaces that may have been contaminated.