The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1398-2023·Announced 2023-08-16

FDA Recalls Romaine Lettuce Due to Potential Deer Fecal Contamination

C&E Farms is recalling 8,010 mini-bins of bulk romaine lettuce that may be contaminated with deer feces. The affected lettuce was distributed to retailers in seven U.S. states.

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: This is an FDA Class II recall for potential pathogenic contamination via fecal matter. No illnesses or injuries have been reported, and the hazard is theoretical (potential, not confirmed). Per the severity rubric, theoretical hazards without reported illness are scored at most 3.

Plain-English summary

C&E Farms, Inc. is recalling 8,010 mini-bins of bulk romaine lettuce (45-lb bins, Lot 23-27R017T from Tierrasol Ranch) due to potential contamination with deer feces.

The lettuce was distributed to retail locations in Michigan, Massachusetts, Utah, California, Texas, Illinois, and Maryland.

Consumers who have purchased affected romaine lettuce should not consume it. Retailers and distributors should remove the product from sale. Those who have purchased affected lettuce should return it to the place of purchase or discard it.

The recalled product

Product
Romaine lettuce packed in bulk 45-lb mini-bins
Manufacturer
C&E Farms, Inc.
Category
Food — Produce
Hazard
Affected units
8,010

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 (2)

  • Tierrasol Ranch
  • Lot 23-27R017T

Distribution

Distributed in 7 states:

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