Carrots recalled

2024 - 11 - 19

Don’t Let Carrots Turn You Orange! Here's Why You Should Check Your Fridge!

Carrot recall - E. coli - Food safety - Grimmway Farms - Grocery stores - Healthy eating - Organic produce - Public health

A nationwide E. coli outbreak has sparked a massive carrot recall! Don't ignore those bagged veggies in your fridge - they could be the culprit!

In a shocking turn of events, grocery aisles across the United States are buzzing with warnings after an E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots has claimed one life and left many feeling under the weather. The culprit? Bagged carrots from Grimmway Farms, based in sunny California, which have been pulled off the shelves due to potential contamination that has impacted 18 states and even reached the far reaches of Texas. If you’re munching down on those crunchy veggies from your local grocer, it might be time to do a quick fridge check!

The CDC has issued urgent alerts, advising consumers to search for specific product codes – especially those that involve whole and baby carrots. From Safeway to Target, these carrots have made their way into numerous shopping baskets. Recent reports confirm that 39 people have reported E. coli symptoms, prompting health officials to take swift action. It’s a carrot crisis, folks! Meanwhile, the one unfortunate soul lost to the outbreak reminds us of the very real dangers lurking in our food chain.

As if this raw vegetable drama wasn’t enough, the fun doesn’t stop there! With the heightened fears surrounding leafy greens and root veggies, it’s a good time to remember that while carrots are generally a superfood, improper handling and contamination can easily sway them from the health benefits they offer to something that may alter dinner plans considerably. Washing your produce thoroughly or opting for cooked alternatives when uncertain is a smart way to dodge unexpected foodborne illnesses.

So, what’s the takeaway? With the spate of product recalls on fresh produce, being vigilant has never been more critical. For instance, did you know carrots can stay fresh in your refrigerator for two to four weeks, but after that, they could turn into mushy shadows of their former selves? And in other carrot-related trivia, they were originally purple before the Dutch farmers cultivated the orange variety we adore today! So be careful with those carrots, and always keep up to date with recalls – your health might just depend on it!

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Contaminated carrots recalled after E coli outbreak leaves one dead ... (The Independent)

The infections are linked to whole-bagged carrots and baby carrots sold by Grimmway Farms in California.

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Organic carrots recalled in US after deadly E. coli outbreak (BBC News)

Organic and baby carrots sold at grocery stores across the US have been recalled after an E. coli outbreak that has killed one person.

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Grimmway Farms carrot recall: See affected products, map of latest ... (USA TODAY)

A recall has been issued by Grimmway Farms affecting organic carrots, here is what you need to know about the ongoing recall.

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Carrot recall nationwide for possible E. coli contamination: What to ... (Detroit Free Press)

A nationwide recall alert of organic carrots linked to E. coli infections was issued Sunday. Here's everything we know.

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E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots reaches Texas. See which ... (Austin American-Statesman)

The E. coli outbreak connected to organic carrots has left at least 38 people sick and one person dead, federal health officials reported.

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E. coli outbreak claims 1 life in Los Angeles County amid nationwide ... (ABC7 Los Angeles)

The one person who died from a national outbreak of E. coli linked to organic carrots lived in Los Angeles County, health officials said Monday.

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Organic Carrots Recalled After E.Coli Outbreak, and Death (kicks105.com)

A number of organic bagged carrots are being recalled after an E.Coli outbreak. Here's what you need to know.

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Carrots recalled for E. coli include those sold at Safeway, Target ... (Silicon Valley)

Bagged organic carrots from a California grower have been recalled because of an outbreak of E. coli that has infected dozens of people.

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Whole, baby carrots recalled by a Bakersfield farm after dozens fall ... (The Desert Sun)

The FDA said 39 people have been sickened by the outbreak, which has led to one death. The recalled carrots were available for purchase nationwide.

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Organic Carrots Recalled Over E. Coli Outbreak in 18 States and 1 ... (Prevention.com)

The FDA and Grimmway farms recalled baby and whole carrots due to potential E. Coli contamination. Here is how to know what carrots are affected.

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Brown County Public Health: Check your fridge for recalled carrots (WBAY)

No one has reported ...

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Carrot recall brands: These bagged organic carrots sold at popular ... (NBC Chicago)

The carrots were sold in popular grocery stores including Whole Foods, Target and Trader Joe's.

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Organic carrots recalled in Canada due to E. Coli (CTV News)

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has posted a recall for both baby and whole organic carrot brands sold at multiple grocery stores due to E. coli ...

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Organic carrots sold in Canada, U.S. recalled in deadly E.coli outbreak (Globalnews.ca)

The FDA and CDC say public health officials are investigating an E. coli outbreak linked to several brands of recalled organic whole-bagged carrots and baby ...

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'Do not consume': Organic baby carrots recalled in Canada and U.S. ... (Toronto.com)

If you have these carrot packages, throw them out or return to the location where they were purchased, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency said.

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E. Coli Outbreak In Organic Carrots: Full List of Recalled Items (Today.com)

Grimmway Farms recalled organic carrots after the product was linked to a multi-state E. coli outbreak that has infected 39 people from 18 states.

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E. coli: Carrots recalled in Canada (CTV News)

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has posted a recall for both baby and whole organic carrot brands sold at multiple grocery stores due to E. coli ...

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Why Fresh Produce Recalls Matter—E. Coli Carrot Outbreak ... (Forbes)

Grimmway Farms has issued a 2024 recall on organic whole and baby carrots due to an E. coli outbreak. Learn about the affected products and what to do if ...

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Organic carrots recalled in US after deadly E. coli outbreak (BBC News)

Organic and baby carrots sold at grocery stores across the US have been recalled after an E. coli outbreak that has killed one person.

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Carrot recall hits NY stores: Check the brands affected (The Journal News / Lohud.com)

Multiple brands of organic carrots sold in several major retailers in New York have been recalled due to possible E. coli contamination.

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What carrots are recalled? What to know amid multistate E. coli ... (NBC Chicago)

A multistate E. coli outbreak linked to carrots sold at popular grocery stores left at least one person dead and dozens hospitalized or sick.

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The full list of carrot brands recalled amid E. coli outbreak - are they ... (Daily Mail)

The full list of organic carrots recalled because they could be contaminated with E.coli has been revealed.

DOH ISSUES RECALL ALERT FOR MULTIPLE CARROT BRANDS ... (Hawaii State Department of Health)

HONOLULU — The Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) Food and Drug Branch (FDB) is alerting residents to a recall issued by Grimmway Farms for multiple brand ...

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Organic Carrots Linked to E. Coli Outbreak (AARP)

Public health officials are investigating an E. coli outbreak tied to several brands of organic carrots. Find out if you're affected.

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What to watch out for during E. coli carrot recall (ABC15 Arizona)

On Tuesday Scripps News spoke with a health expert about the recent E. coli outbreak in carrots. What should consumers watch out for?

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What to watch out for during E. coli carrot recall (KRIS Corpus Christi News)

On Tuesday Scripps News spoke with a health expert about the recent E. coli outbreak in carrots. What should consumers watch out for?

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