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Bagged spinach sold under the BrightFarms brand is being recalled due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, according to a statement posted by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The company issued the recall after routine testing by its supplier, Element Farms of New Jersey, yielded a positive result for listeria, a pathogen that can cause severe illness and even death in older adults, those with weakened immune systems, pregnant women and infants.
The company also recalled four salad kit products produced in its Pennsylvania facility due to the risk of cross-contamination.
To date, there have been no reported illnesses associated with any of the products, and BrightFarms has temporarily suspended distribution of spinach from Element Farms.
The products were sold in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia at retailers including Stop & Shop and Wegmans.
The recalled spinach and salads were sold in clear, plastic containers. The best-by date, UPC and facility code can be found at the bottom of the package. They are:
You can obtain a refund by presenting a photo of the product or your receipt to the place of purchase for a full refund.
If you have any questions, you can call BrightFarms at 866-857-8745 or email info@brightfarms.com with the subject line: Recall.
Listeriosis, the infection stemming from consuming food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes bacteria, poses a severe threat to people 65 and older, who are four times more likely to be infected, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Symptoms associated with a listeria infection includes stiffness in the neck, confusion, loss of balance, convulsions, fever, muscle aches and fatigue.
Pregnant women usually experience only fever, fatigue and muscle aches. However, listeriosis can lead to premature birth or pregnancy loss and can cause serious illness or death in newborns. Anyone who experiences symptoms of severe listeria illness should call their health care provider.
About 1,600 people in the U.S. get listeriosis each year, with an average of 260 deaths, the CDC estimates.
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