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Broccoli Recall Considered Class I Due to ‘Deadly’ Listeria Risk, FDA Warns
Broccoli is a great vegetable to have on hand for making delicious dishes like stir-fries, soups, and more. But if you have any broccoli in your freezer, check the label immediately as it may be the subject of a possibly deadly recall, per the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
On December 31, 2024, the FDA announced a recall of Braga Fresh’s washed and ready-to-eat 12-ounce bags of Marketside Broccoli Florets due to the possibility of Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
In a notice published on January 27, 2025, the FDA labeled this a Class I recall, which is “a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.”
Listeria is a bacteria that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms of infection can include muscle aches, fatigue, fever, diarrhea, and vomiting, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says.
The recalled broccoli florets were sold at Walmart stores in 20 states including Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.
The product has a best-by date of December 10, 2024, UPC code of 6 81131 32884 5, and lot code of BFFG327A6. While the best-by date has passed, the FDA is concerned people may have the recalled product in their freezers. If you have the broccoli florets in your kitchen, throw them away immediately.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning about a recent recall of broccoli due to the potential risk of listeria contamination. The recall is considered a Class I recall, which means there is a reasonable probability that consuming the product could cause serious health consequences or even death.
Listeria is a bacteria that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Symptoms of listeria infection include fever, muscle aches, diarrhea, and other gastrointestinal issues.
Consumers are urged to check their refrigerators and freezers for any recalled broccoli products and to dispose of them immediately. It is important to thoroughly clean and sanitize any surfaces that may have come into contact with the contaminated products to prevent the spread of listeria.
The FDA is working closely with the manufacturer to investigate the source of the contamination and to prevent any further outbreaks. In the meantime, consumers are advised to avoid consuming any broccoli products that may be affected by the recall.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as more information becomes available. Stay safe and always prioritize your health and well-being.
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