Oregon Potato Company Recalls IQF Blueberries Due to Listeria monocytogenes Risk
Oregon Potato Company LLC has voluntarily recalled over 55,000 pounds of IQF Blueberries distributed in four states and Canada due to potential Listeria contamination.
What Happened
Oregon Potato Company LLC, based in Salem, Oregon, has initiated a voluntary recall of IQF Blueberries due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The FDA has classified this as a Class I recall, indicating 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.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects 55,689 lbs. of IQF Blueberries (Product of USA). These products were distributed in Michigan, Oregon, Washington, Wisconsin, and Canada. The product was not sold to consumers from retail stores and was instead packaged for commercial or industrial use.
Affected Packaging and Lot Codes:
- 30 lbs. Cases (polyethylene bag within a corrugated case):
- Lot 2055 B2 (Expiration: 7/23/2027)
- Lot 2065 B1 (Expiration: 7/24/2027)
- Lot 2065 B3 (Expiration: 7/24/2027)
- 1400 lbs. Totes (polyethylene liner within a Gaylord tote):
- Lot 3305 A1 (Expiration: 11/25/2027)
- Lot 3305 B1 (Expiration: 11/25/2027)
What You Should Do
Commercial recipients and distributors in possession of the affected lot codes should immediately stop distribution and use of the product. Entities holding these blueberries should contact Oregon Potato Company LLC at their facility located at 2994 82nd Ave NE, Salem, OR 97305, for instructions regarding the return or disposal of the affected goods.
Why This Matters
Listeria monocytogenes is a pathogen that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. It can also cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
Source
Information provided by the FDA under recall number H-0522-2026.
Source: FDA Official Notice