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Publix Recalls More Frozen Berries Amid E. Coli Outbreak

The expanded recall now covers all lots of GreenWise organic blueberries and mixed berries

AARP

Updated July 31, 2026

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Aaron Kassraie

Updated July 31, 2026

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Key takeaways

The recall now includes all lots of GreenWise frozen organic blueberries and mixed berries linked to an E. coli outbreak.
Twelve people in Florida and Georgia became ill, and four were hospitalized, with no deaths reported.
Consumers should discard or return recalled products and clean surfaces that may have contacted the berries.

A recall on GreenWise-brand frozen organic blueberries expanded to include mixed berries and all lots of both products after being linked to a multistate E. coli outbreak, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced.

Twelve people across Florida and Georgia have been infected with the outbreak strain, E. coli O145:H28, and four have been hospitalized, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). No deaths have been reported. The illnesses began between May 11 and June 5.

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Which products are recalled?

Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A., based in San Carlos, Chile, is recalling all lots frozen GreenWise blueberries and mixed berry products. To check whether you have a recalled item, match the product name, package size and UPC on the bag:

GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries, 10-ounce, UPC 41415-06453
GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries, 48-ounce, UPC 41415-12053
GreenWise Organic Whole Mixed Berries, 10-ounce, UPC 41415-06753
GreenWise Organic Whole Mixed Berries, 48-ounce, UPC 41415-12153

GreenWise blueberries

Courtesy fda.gov

The recalled berries were shipped to Publix stores in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia.

In its recall notice, Publix advised customers to return or discard any frozen GreenWise blueberries purchased on or before July 3. Publix pulled the products from sale in late June, and they remain unavailable.

The investigation into the source of contamination is ongoing, the FDA said, and additional products may be added to the advisory. The FDA has also added frozen blueberries from the Chilean supplier to an import alert, meaning shipments offered for U.S. entry may be held without physical inspection.

What to do if you have the recalled blueberries

Don’t eat them. Throw them away or return them to Publix for a full refund.
If you froze the berries without the original packaging and can’t tell whether they’re part of the recall, throw them away.
Wash any items and surfaces that may have touched the berries — including bowls, blenders and countertops — with hot, soapy water or in a dishwasher.
Contact your health care provider if you ate the recalled blueberries and have symptoms of an E. coli infection.

Questions about the recall can be directed to Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. at 336-899-5612 or Info.foodsafety@comfrut.com, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Symptoms of an E. coli infection

Most people infected with Shiga toxin–producing E. coli, like the strain identified in this outbreak, experience severe stomach cramps, diarrhea and vomiting. Symptoms usually begin three to four days after ingesting the bacteria.

Most people recover within a week with rehydration and other supportive care. But some infections can develop into a more serious complication called hemolytic uremic syndrome, a type of kidney failure. Older adults, young children and people with weakened immune systems face the greatest risk of severe illness.

The CDC is urging anyone with severe E. coli symptoms to contact a health care provider immediately. Symptoms that require medical attention include diarrhea that lasts more than three days without improvement, is bloody or is accompanied by a fever over 102 degrees Fahrenheit.

If vomiting is severe enough that you can’t keep liquids down or if you show signs of dehydration — such as infrequent urination, dry mouth and throat or dizziness when standing — seek care right away.

This article used AI tools to compile recall data. An AARP editor reviewed and refined the content for accuracy and clarity.

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