The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1289-2023·Announced 2023-07-26

Romaine lettuce recalled for possible contamination with deer droppings

C&E Farms is recalling 2,580 mini-bins of bulk romaine lettuce distributed to Massachusetts and Minnesota due to possible contamination with deer droppings. Consumers should not consume the recalled product.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II recall involving potential fecal contamination of fresh produce, which carries risk of serious foodborne pathogens without confirmed reported illnesses. This meets the 'High' severity criterion for risk-of-harm food products.

Plain-English summary

C&E Farms, Inc. is recalling 2,580 mini-bins of romaine lettuce packed in bulk 45-pound containers because the product is possibly contaminated with deer droppings. The recalled product has code designation Tierrasol 23-26R08.

The lettuce was distributed to retailers in Massachusetts and Minnesota. Fecal contamination of fresh produce presents a potential health risk.

Consumers who purchased this recalled romaine lettuce should not eat it. Consumers should discard the product or return it to the point of purchase for a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Romaine lettuce packed in bulk 45 pound mini-bins
Manufacturer
C&E Farms, Inc.
Category
Food — Produce
Hazard
  • fecal-contamination

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Code: Tierrasol 23-26R08

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

  • MA
  • MN

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