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Expanded Recall of Frozen Organic Berries Sold at Walmart and Trader Joe’s Over Possible E. coli Contamination
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Recall Expansion Details
A recall that was first announced in July has been broadened in early September to include additional lots of frozen organic blueberries and mixed-berry products sold at Walmart and Trader Joe’s. The expansion adds Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend (10 oz.), Great Value Organic Blueberries (10 oz.), and Trader Joe’s Organic Mixed Berry Blend to the list of affected items because of a potential E. coli presence.
Products and Distribution
The Great Value items were shipped to select Walmart locations across 27 states and Puerto Rico, including Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and West Virginia. Trader Joe’s Organic Mixed Berry Blend was distributed to stores in 24 states and Washington, D.C., covering Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia.
Health Risks
The possible contamination involves E. coli, a bacterium that can cause severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting. While no illnesses have been confirmed in connection with these frozen products, the presence of the pathogen poses a recognized health threat, prompting the recall to prevent potential cases.
Consumer Guidance
Consumers who purchased any of the listed frozen berry products are urged to check their freezers. The recall notice advises that the items should not be eaten; they should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase for a full refund. Retailers have posted the recall information in stores and on their websites to ensure shoppers are aware of the risk.