The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1423-2023·Announced 2023-08-23

Romaine lettuce recalled due to potential deer feces contamination

G.O. Corporation is recalling romaine lettuce in multiple package sizes due to potential contamination with deer feces. The affected products were distributed to Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin.

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: The recall involves potential fecal contamination, which presents a risk of foodborne illness. No illnesses or injuries have been reported in the source. This aligns with the High severity rubric criterion: risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

G.O. Corporation is recalling romaine lettuce due to potential contamination with deer feces. The recalled products include multiple packaging configurations of Lettuce Romaine Shred and 1.5X Random cut romaine lettuce, with a total quantity of 23,186 lbs.

The affected romaine lettuce was distributed in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin. Specific lot codes associated with this recall include 130208, 130209, 130212, and others depending on the product configuration. Consumers should check their products against the provided lot codes and UPC numbers.

Anyone who has purchased the recalled romaine lettuce should not consume it. Affected products should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase. Consumers concerned about potential exposure are encouraged to consult a healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
Romaine lettuce packaged into the following configurations and sizes: 1. Lettuce Romaine Shred, Produce Code 720325, 4-2.5lb. bags per shipping case, Customer UPC 9120457. 2. Romaine Shred 1/4", Produce Code 720425, 4-2.5lb bags per shipping case, Customer UPC 7641269 and
Manufacturer
G.O. Corporation
Category
Food — Fresh 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 (11)

  • Lot Codes: 1. 130208
  • 130209
  • 130212
  • 2. 130208
  • 3. 130209
  • 4. 130209
  • 5. 130209
  • 6. 130209
  • 7. 130209
  • 8. 130209
  • 9. 130212.

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states:

  • IA
  • MN
  • ND
  • WI

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