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Chamberlain Farms Inc.
Recall #F-2357-2012 · Initiated 2012-08-16
Plain-language summary
by FoodRecallsDB.infoWhat happened
Chamberlain Farms Inc. is recalling whole cantaloupes from the 2012 growing season because they may be contaminated with Salmonella, a bacteria that causes foodborne illness. The recall includes cantaloupes sold under the brand names "MIDWEST BEST" and unlabeled cantaloupes.
Who is at risk
Everyone can get sick from Salmonella, but young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems face the most serious health risks.
What to do
If you purchased whole cantaloupes from the affected states (Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Illinois, Iowa, Tennessee, Ohio, or Wisconsin) during the 2012 season, do not eat them—throw them away or return them to the store. Wash your hands and any surfaces that may have contacted the cantaloupes.
Product
Whole Cantaloupe. Both unlabeled and labeled "MIDWEST BEST" PRODUCE INC. HOMEGROWN CANTALOUPE #4319 PRODUCT OF THE USA
Reason for recall
Chamberlain Farm Produce, Inc., of Owensville, Indiana, is voluntarily recalling all of its cantaloupes from the 2012 growing season that may remain in the marketplace. This recall is occurring because of concern some that cantaloupes may be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with
Quantity affected
222,172
Distribution
Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Illinois, and Iowa with further shipment including Tennessee, Ohio, and Wisconsin. Counties involved include Vanderburgh, Warrick, Gibson, and Dubois County, Indiana, and Wabash County,Illinois.
Lot / code info
none or #4319
Voluntary / mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Initial notification
Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
Terminated
2013-02-14
Recalling firm
Chamberlain Farms Inc.
5884 W 200 S
Owensville, IN 47665
United States
Recall classification
Most serious. Reasonable probability that the product will cause serious health consequences or death.