Broccoli Florets Recalled Due to Listeria Concerns

January 2, 2025 USA

“Marketside Broccoli Florets”“UPC code 6 81131 328845”

Braga Fresh has announced a voluntary and precautionary advisory for a single production lot of Marketside Broccoli Florets (12oz bags) due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can pose serious health risks.

Product Details

The affected product details are as follows:

  • Product Name: Marketside Broccoli Florets
  • UPC Code: 6 81131 32884 5 (located on the back of the bag)
  • Lot Code: BFFG327A6 (located on the front of the bag)
  • Best if Used by Date: December 10, 2024
  • Pack Size: 12-ounce bags
  • Store: Walmart
  • Distribution: Sold in select stores across the following states:
    Alaska (AK), Arkansas (AR), Arizona (AZ), California (CA), Colorado (CO), Idaho (ID), Illinois (IL), Indiana (IN), Kentucky (KY), Louisiana (LA), Michigan (MI), Montana (MT), Nevada (NV), Ohio (OH), Oklahoma (OK), Oregon (OR), Texas (TX), Utah (UT), Washington (WA), Wyoming (WY)

Reason for Advisory

The advisory was initiated after random sampling by the Texas Health & Human Services detected Listeria monocytogenes in one of the samples. Although no illnesses have been reported so far, Braga Fresh is urging consumers to take precautions.

Potential Health Risks

Listeria monocytogenes can lead to serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in young children, elderly individuals, and those with weakened immune systems. Pregnant women are at risk of miscarriages or stillbirths. Symptoms of listeriosis in healthy individuals may include:

  • High fever
  • Severe headache
  • Stiffness
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea

What Should Consumers Do?

Consumers who may have stored this product in their freezers are advised to not consume it and to discard the product immediately.

Contact Information

For additional information or questions, consumers can contact Braga Fresh through the following channels:

This advisory only applies to the specific Marketside Broccoli Florets mentioned above. No other Braga Fresh or Marketside products are affected.

About Braga Fresh

Braga Fresh, a trusted supplier of fresh and ready-to-eat produce, prioritizes the health and safety of its consumers. This voluntary advisory reflects the company’s commitment to ensuring the highest standards of food safety.

For media inquiries, please contact Braga Fresh at WeCare@BragaFresh.com.

Source:https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/braga-fresh-issues-voluntary-and-precautionary-advisory-due-possible-health-risk

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