The current salmonella outbreak traced to cucumbers has caused federal public health officials to recall the affected produce. The recalled cucumbers were sold through three companies and also include their salads and wraps that contain those contaminated cucumbers. As reported, at least 68 people in 19 states have been affected by the outbreak with 18 hospital admissions.
According to the most recent information, the deadly case of salmonella associated with cucumbers has led to a recall of tainted produce by officials from the Federal Health Department. The recall affects cucumbers packed by three companies, salads, and wraps possibly contaminated with the tainted cucumbers. At least 68 people across 19 states got sickened during the outbreak, including 18 who were hospitalized.
Three companies issue cucumber recalls
This type of cucumber was harvested, grown, and imported from Agrotato, S.A. de C.V., Sonora, Mexico, to the United States. The stated cucumbers were then sold to customers between October 12 and November 26, 2024, by the three companies: SunFed Produce, Baloian Farms of Arizona Co., and Russ Davis Wholesale. Some of the other products that have joined the memory of recalled cucumbers include ready-to-eat salads and wraps as new additions to the recall.
This recall has been confirmed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), taking into account the cucumbers distributed across various U.S. states: Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, California, and Colorado, among other states. The FDA also encouraged consumers in these areas to examine their cucumbers and products related to the cucumbers for possible contamination.
Affected products and distribution areas
Recalled cucumbers were sold in several states, such as California, Florida, New York, Texas, and Washington, among others. If you live in one of these states, check your refrigerator and freezer for cucumbers from the affected companies. The cucumbers may have a label or sticker called “SunFed Mexico” or be packed in a PamPak bag, clear, containing six individual cucumbers with a universal product code (UPC) 8 2540107010 6.
Whole cucumbers, besides prepared foods with recalled cucumbers as contents, include:
- Crazy Fresh Garden Salad with Ranch Dressing
- Quick & Easy Garden Salad with Ranch Dressing
- Crazy Fresh Turkey Havarti Wrap
- Quick & Easy Bacon Avocado Wrap
- Crazy Fresh Bacon Avocado Wrap
- Kowalski’s Market Garden Salad
Consumers who purchased whole cucumbers from these brands on or after October 12 should be cautious. If they are unsure of the cucumbers’ origin, they should contact the seller for confirmation or discard the product.
Symptoms and risk of infection
Salmonella infection gives rise to diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicate that symptoms usually develop between six hours and six days after meals contaminated with the organism. Most people recover without a doctor’s care for a week. However, the CDC warns that some people, especially the very young, the old, and those who have deficient immune systems, may develop more serious illnesses, requiring treatment or hospitalization.
This investigation is being pursued by the CDC into this outbreak, with an official warning to the public to be careful and stop consuming the recalled cucumbers and associated products. Long-term health complications may result from Salmonella infections in susceptible individuals, so it is vital to stay abreast of those affected products.
What to do if you have affected cucumbers
If you happen to have bought any of the recalled cucumbers or itchy salad stuff, throw them away right away. It is essential to check product labels and then contact your local seller in case things are not clear about whether your cucumbers are really in the recall. This important act will help protect you and others from possible contamination.
For consumers who have eaten contaminated cucumbers or products, it is advisable to take precautionary health measures to monitor symptoms related to salmonella. Symptoms should be reported immediately to a health facility or professional when they start appearing, especially in high-risk groups.
