Out of an abundance of caution, Wiers Farm Inc. of Willard, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling a limited number of whole cucumbers with a pack date of June 5 and bagged salad cucumbers with a pack date of June 5 or June 6 due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
This product was not grown or harvested by Wiers Farm. It was sourced from out of state, then handled and distributed by Wiers Farm, according to a news release. Wiers Farm says it is coordinating closely with regulatory officials in connection with the recall.
The potential contamination was discovered by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development through routine sampling, the release said.
Listeria monocytogenes is a type of bacteria that can cause listeriosis. Symptoms vary depending on the severity of the illness and symptoms may last from days to several weeks. Consumers who have consumed the affected product and are experiencing symptoms such as fever, muscle aches and gastrointestinal issues should seek medical attention. For more information about Listeria monocytogenes, consumers can visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.
There have been no illnesses or consumer complaints reported to date, the release said.
Product details
• Whole cucumbers — 1.5-2.5-inches diameter, 6-9-inches length.
• Wiers Farm 2-pound bagged salad cucumber — clear bag with blue base, with distribution to select Walmart stores in Michigan, Indiana and Ohio.
The product involved is past its shelf life and should already be out of distribution, but if consumers have any product they question, they should discard it. For any questions or concerns, consumers may contact Wiers Farm at 419-933-2161 or customercare@wiersfarm.com.
“Wiers Farm operates to the highest standards of health and food safety. We have taken immediate steps to address this isolated incident and we are collaborating closely with the Ohio Department of Agriculture to ensure a swift resolution,” the company said in the release.
