22-04-2025
This Popular Produce Item Is Being Recalled Nationwide for a Serious Reason—Here's What to Know
In our modern world of mass-consumption, it's only normal that a few issues might slip through the cracks. And while our favorite brands work tirelessly to ensure their products are safe for both handling and consumption, recalls are a necessary solution when a problem does arise.
Whether it's an ingredient missing from a label, faulty packaging or a serious health risk, we rely on product recalls to nip any concerning issues in the bud. This week, Harvest NYC Inc. of Brooklyn, NY is recalling its 200-gram packages of Enoki Mushrooms due to the possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
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According to an official company announcement, the contamination was discovered after samples were collected from a store in Buffalo, NY. After further analysis by the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Laboratory, the presence of Listeria monocytogene was confirmed.
The recalled Enoki Mushrooms come in a 200-gram green plastic package marked with UPC Barcode 6975730520101, distributed by Hofood99 Inc., 21903 56th Ave Oakland Gardens, NY 11364 listed on the back label. These packages were distributed to retail stores nationwide and were purchased by consumers between January 11 and January 31, those unaware, Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people and those with a weakened immune system. While a healthy person may only suffer short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women are also possible.
As of now, no illnesses have been reported in correlation with the ongoing problem, however, consumers who purchased these products are encouraged to immediately return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. At the very least, throw the recalled product out entirely and do not consume it.
Those with further questions regarding the recall can reach out to Harvest NYC Inc. directly at (718) 596-0777. Additionally, images of the product labeling can be found here for your convenience.
