Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc

Recall #F-1446-2012 · Initiated 2012-06-21

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What happened

Dole Fresh Vegetables recalled a salad mix product sold at Kroger due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause illness. The recalled product is Kroger Fresh Selections Greener Supreme (12 oz bag with best if used by date of June 19, 2012).

Who is at risk

People who are pregnant, very young children, elderly individuals, or those with weakened immune systems are most at risk from Listeria infection.

What to do

If you purchased this product, do not eat it—throw it away or return it to Kroger. The recall only affects bags with the June 19, 2012 best if used by date distributed in VA, NC, KY, SC, TN, and GA.

Product

Kroger Fresh Selections Greener Supreme; Iceberg lettuce, Romaine lettuce, Carrots and Red Cabbage; 12 oz plastic bag. Best if used by date: June 19, 2012: UPC 0 11110 91039 4 Distributed by the Kroger Co., Cincinnati, OH 45202

Reason for recall

Positive MDP sample for Listeria Monocytogenes collected b USDA for Marketside Leafy Romaine Salad with Best By date of June 19, 2012.

Quantity affected

500 cases

Distribution

VA, NC. KY. SC. TN. GA

Lot / code info

N158 211B 1613 KR04

Voluntary / mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Initial notification

Telephone