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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Tomato Recall Elevated To Highest Risk Level By The FDA
If you're hoping to make your first tomato pie of the season this weekend or our Best-Ever Succotash is calling your name, you'll want to pay attention to this important recall update from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. In early May, Williams Farms Repack, LLC out of Lodge, South Carolina, recalled various sizes of fresh tomatoes supplied from H&C Farms due to a potential contamination of Salmonella. This recall joined another major tomato recall from Ray & Mascari, Inc. of four-count vine ripe tomatoes packaged in plastic clamshell containers. (Y'all be safe out there—maybe it's time to start your own garden!) According to the announcement from the FDA, the affected H&C Farms tomatoes were distributed between April 23-28, 2025, and then packaged and sold to distributors and wholesalers in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. These include three-count trays and two-layer trays under the Williams Farms Repack, LLC label, as well as 25-pound boxes under the H&C Farms Label. You can find the full list of container sizes here. Per ABC News, the recall was then elevated to their highest risk level. The Class I distinction means that the recalled product(s) might cause "serious adverse health consequences or death." To check and see if your tomatoes are part of the recall, check for: Lot codes R4467 and R4470 UPC 033383655048 (on three-count trays) If you have any of the affected Williams Farms Repack, LLC or H&C Farms tomatoes, the FDA is encouraging consumers to throw out immediately or return to your place of purchase for a full refund. Thankfully, no illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this recall. As always, we recommend turning to your local farmers' market for heirlooms to round out your summer table or paying attention to the labels at your grocery store before choosing a tomato worthy of a Southern Tomato Sandwich. Read the original article on Southern Living
Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Tomato Recall Escalates to Highest Health Risk Alert—Here's What You Need to Know
Last month's recall of fresh tomatoes sold by Williams Farms Repack, LLC or H&C Farms has now been labeled as deadly. The FDA recently upgraded the recall to its most severe status—a Class 1 recall, which means the FDA believes "there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death." The tomatoes, which were distributed between April 23 and April 28, 2025, in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, were contaminated with salmonella, a bacteria that can cause digestive issues like nausea, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps—but in some cases, it can progress and become a life-threatening illness. The young, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems are most at risk of developing a deadly infection. These fresh tomatoes are no longer on the market, but could have been frozen, dried, or otherwise preserved—and so you may still have them in your freezer or pantry. Related: Are Food Recalls Really on the Rise? A Food Microbiologist Weighs In The products impacted were: Williams Farms Repack, LLC tomatoes 4x5, 2-layer pack, with a lot code of R4467 60-count, 2-layer pack, with a lot code of R4467 3-count trays with the UPC code 0 33383 65504 8 and lot code R4467 H&C Farms Tomatoes 5x6, 25-pound boxes with lot code R4467 6x6, 25-pound boxes with lot codes R4467 or R4470 Tomatoes from H&C Farms or Williams Farms Repack, LLC in the following sizes: Combo 25-pound pack 4x4 2-layer pack 60-count 18-pound loose tomatoes XL 18-pound loose tomatoes If you purchased and stored tomatoes during this timeframe in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, you should not eat them. You can return them to the point of purchase for a refund, or contact Jason Breland at 843-866-7707 or 843-599-5154 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST for more information about the recall. Read the original article on Real Simple
Miami Herald
14-05-2025
- Health
- Miami Herald
Tomatoes Recalled in 14 States as FDA Sets Highest Risk Level
Two separate recalls have been classified as Class I, the most serious warning level, by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) because of potential salmonella contamination in raw tomato products distributed across multiple U.S. states. The ongoing recalls, both initiated voluntarily by the distributing firms, involve tomatoes produced by Williams Farms Repack LLC under the brand name Hanshaw & Capling Farm (or H&C Farms) in Immokalee, Florida, and by Ray & Mascari Inc. of Indianapolis. Newsweek has contacted Ray & Mascari Inc. for comment via email outside regular working hours and Williams Farms Repack LLC via phone. The recalls affect large quantities of tomatoes distributed across a number of states and include both retail and bulk packaging. The potential contamination with salmonella—a bacteria that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people and those with weakened immune systems—determines the high level of risk to consumers associated with the recall. Healthy persons infected with salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses, such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. The recall from Williams Farms Repack involves 3,651 boxes of "H&C Farms Raw Premium Tomatoes, Naturally Grown from Seed" packaged in various sizes ranging from jumbo to 6x7, with all requiring refrigeration. The affected lot is marked as 098 14TO3-1. The product was distributed in Texas, Illinois, Wisconsin, South Carolina, Florida, Tennessee, Indiana and Massachusetts. The recall was initiated on April 29 and classified by the FDA on May 13. Separately, Ray & Mascari issued a recall of 510 cases of vine ripe tomatoes. The products were contained in clamshell packages and several bulk packaging sizes. Affected lot numbers range from RM 250420 to RM 250427. The tomatoes were distributed across Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. The recall was initiated on April 30 and classified by the FDA on May 13. While no illnesses have been publicly linked to these products, the Class I designation indicates that use of or exposure to them may cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The FDA said on its website: "Most people infected with Salmonella will begin to develop symptoms 12 to 72 hours after infection. The illness, salmonellosis, usually lasts four to seven days and most people recover without treatment. Most people with salmonellosis develop diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. "More severe cases of salmonellosis may include a high fever, aches, headaches, lethargy, a rash, blood in the urine or stool, and in some cases may become fatal. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimated that approximately 450 persons in the United States die each year from acute salmonellosis. "Due to the range in severity of illness, people should consult their healthcare provider if they suspect that they have developed symptoms that resemble a Salmonella infection." Both recalls remain ongoing. Consumers are advised to check for the listed lot numbers and discard any affected products. Consumers who have purchased the Ray & Mascari products and have questions or reports of any illness may contact the company at 1-317-637-0234 between Monday and Saturday from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. Consumers who purchased the Williams Farm Repack products may contact the company at 843-866-7707 or 843-599-5154 between Monday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. Related Articles Study Reveals Superfood That May Reduce Alzheimer's Risk, Promote LongevityCCTV Captures Dog Seizing His Moment With Tomatoes When Owner 'Not Looking'Tomato Sauce Recall Update as FDA Sets Risk LevelRepublican Suggests Vaccines May Be Getting Injected Into Lettuce 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Newsweek
14-05-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Tomatoes Recalled in 14 States as FDA Sets Highest Risk Level
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Two separate recalls have been classified as Class I, the most serious warning level, by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) because of potential salmonella contamination in raw tomato products distributed across multiple U.S. states. The ongoing recalls, both initiated voluntarily by the distributing firms, involve tomatoes produced by Williams Farms Repack LLC under the brand name Hanshaw & Capling Farm (or H&C Farms) in Immokalee, Florida, and by Ray & Mascari Inc. of Indianapolis. Newsweek has contacted Ray & Mascari Inc. for comment via email outside regular working hours and Williams Farms Repack LLC via phone. Why It Matters The recalls affect large quantities of tomatoes distributed across a number of states and include both retail and bulk packaging. The potential contamination with salmonella—a bacteria that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people and those with weakened immune systems—determines the high level of risk to consumers associated with the recall. Healthy persons infected with salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses, such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. A stock image of ripe tomatoes. A stock image of ripe tomatoes. Winfried Rothermel/dpa via AP What To Know The recall from Williams Farms Repack involves 3,651 boxes of "H&C Farms Raw Premium Tomatoes, Naturally Grown from Seed" packaged in various sizes ranging from jumbo to 6x7, with all requiring refrigeration. The affected lot is marked as 098 14TO3-1. The product was distributed in Texas, Illinois, Wisconsin, South Carolina, Florida, Tennessee, Indiana and Massachusetts. The recall was initiated on April 29 and classified by the FDA on May 13. Separately, Ray & Mascari issued a recall of 510 cases of vine ripe tomatoes. The products were contained in clamshell packages and several bulk packaging sizes. Affected lot numbers range from RM 250420 to RM 250427. The tomatoes were distributed across Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. The recall was initiated on April 30 and classified by the FDA on May 13. While no illnesses have been publicly linked to these products, the Class I designation indicates that use of or exposure to them may cause serious adverse health consequences or death. What People Are Saying The FDA said on its website: "Most people infected with Salmonella will begin to develop symptoms 12 to 72 hours after infection. The illness, salmonellosis, usually lasts four to seven days and most people recover without treatment. Most people with salmonellosis develop diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. "More severe cases of salmonellosis may include a high fever, aches, headaches, lethargy, a rash, blood in the urine or stool, and in some cases may become fatal. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimated that approximately 450 persons in the United States die each year from acute salmonellosis. "Due to the range in severity of illness, people should consult their healthcare provider if they suspect that they have developed symptoms that resemble a Salmonella infection." What Happens Next Both recalls remain ongoing. Consumers are advised to check for the listed lot numbers and discard any affected products. Consumers who have purchased the Ray & Mascari products and have questions or reports of any illness may contact the company at 1-317-637-0234 between Monday and Saturday from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. Consumers who purchased the Williams Farm Repack products may contact the company at 843-866-7707 or 843-599-5154 between Monday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Tomato recall across 14 states over Salmonella concerns: Full list of affected products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall on tomatoes due to potential Salmonella contamination, affecting consumers in 14 states. This recall is linked to tomatoes supplied by Hanshaw & Capling Farms (H&C Farms), located in Immokalee, Florida. The tomatoes were distributed under different labels by two separate companies—Williams Farms Repack LLC and Ray & Mascari Inc. Salmonella is one of the most common causes of fatal foodborne illness in the United States, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It can result in a range of symptoms. Some infected people will have no signs, whereas others will develop diarrhea, fever, and stomach pain. Most people will recover without treatment, but the bacteria can lead to potentially deadly outcomes, especially in high-risk groups, such as children under 5 and the elderly. Recall Date: May 2, 2025 Distribution Dates: April 23–28, 2025 States Affected: Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina Product Details: 5×6 25lb H&C Farms label 6×6 25lb H&C Farms label Combo 25lb 4×4 2-layer 4×5 2-layer 60ct 2-layer 60ct 18lb loose XL 18lb loose 3ct trays (UPC: 0 33383 65504 8) Lot Codes: R4467, R4470 What you should do: If you purchased any of the above products, do not consume them. Return them to the point of purchase for a full refund or discard them. For more details call Jason Breland at 843-866-7707 or 843-599-5154. Recall Date: May 3, 2025 States Affected: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Wisconsin Product Details: 4 Count Vine Ripe Tomatoes in 20 oz plastic clamshells UPC: 7 96553 20062 1 Lot Numbers: RM250424 15250B, RM250427 15250B What you should do: Consumers who bought these tomatoes should not consume them. Instead, return the product to the store for a full refund or dispose of it. For more details, you can contact Ray & Mascari Inc by calling 317-637-0234. Related: 180,000 Safety 1st car seats recalled over choking hazard—what parents need to know Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can cause severe foodborne illness. According to the Mayo Clinic, the most common symptoms include: Diarrhea (which may be bloody) Fever Nausea Vomiting Abdominal pain In some cases, Salmonella infection can lead to more serious complications, such as: Arterial infections Endocarditis (inflammation of the heart lining) Arthritis Certain groups, including young children under 5, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems, are at a higher risk for severe illness or complications. How to Prevent Salmonella Infections As per PIRG, about 14% of all food recalls in the U.S. last year were due to possible salmonella reduce the risk of Salmonella infections, follow these simple steps: Wash and sanitize all surfaces that have come into contact with potentially contaminated food. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water after handling potentially contaminated food or sanitizing surfaces. Avoid eating high-risk foods such as raw sprouts, especially if you are immunocompromised. Prevent cross-contamination with pet food, ensuring that surfaces and utensils used with pet food are sanitized. By taking these precautions, you can help protect yourself and your loved ones from Salmonella and other foodborne illnesses. As of now, no illnesses have been reported in connection with either of the recalls. However, due to the serious nature of Salmonella contamination, consumers are urged to follow the recall instructions carefully. If you have purchased any of the recalled tomatoes, follow these steps: Do Not Consume: Do not eat the affected tomatoes. Return or Discard: You can return the recalled products to the store where you purchased them for a full refund. If returning is not an option, discard the tomatoes safely. Monitor Symptoms: If you experience symptoms of Salmonella infection (e.g., diarrhea, fever, abdominal pain), seek medical advice immediately. For any questions or further information regarding the recall, consumers can contact the relevant companies using the contact details provided: Williams Farms Repack LLC: Phone: 843-866-7707 or 843-599-5154 Business Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm EST Ray & Mascari Inc.: Phone: 1-317-637-0234 Business Hours: Monday–Saturday, 6:00 am–5:00 pm EST The tomatoes were sold in various sizes and packaging, and the following details apply to all affected products: Lot Codes: The affected products carry the lot codes R4467 and R4470. States Affected: The tomatoes were distributed across the South, Midwest, and parts of New York and Pennsylvania. While no illnesses have been reported yet, consumers in the affected states are urged to dispose of or return the recalled tomatoes to ensure their safety. Salmonella is a serious health risk, and the FDA is closely monitoring the situation to prevent any further risks to public health. For more information, visit the FDA's website or contact the companies involved. Related: Target recalls baby food over lead concerns—here's what parents should do Source: Range of symptoms. CDC. 2025. 'Foodborne Illness Source Estimates.' Tomato recall. FDA. 2025. 'Williams Farms Repack LLC Recalls Tomatoes Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination.' Salmonella symptoms. Mayo Clinic. 2025. 'Salmonella infection.' Food recalls due to Salmonella. PIRG. 2025. 'Food for Thought 2025.'
