The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Food)·H-1240-2026·Announced 2026-08-26

Publix Organic Whole Mixed Berries Recalled for E. coli O145:H28 Contamination

Publix Super Markets is recalling Organic Whole Mixed Berries due to potential E. coli O145:H28 contamination. Consumers should check expiration dates and return affected products.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which mandates a severity score of 5 according to the rubric. Additionally, the hazard involves E. coli O145:H28, a high-risk pathogen.

Plain-English summary

Publix Super Markets, Inc. is recalling Organic Whole Mixed Berries, Net Wt. 10 oz (284 g) plastic bags, due to potential E. coli O145:H28 contamination. The affected product is identified by UPC 41415-06753 and is packed in cases of 8 bags. The recall covers all product with an expiration date prior to Feb 9, 2028 (Best by Date Feb 09, 2028).

The product was distributed in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. A total of 39,520 units are involved in this recall.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their expiration dates and return the product to the store of purchase for a refund. The FDA classifies this as a Class I recall, indicating a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, the violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

The recalled product

Product
Organic Whole Mixed Berries, Net Wt. 10 oz (284 g) plastic bags, packed in 8 bags per case of 10 oz each. Keep Frozen. UPC 41415-06753
Affected units
39,520

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 (3)

  • all product with an expiration date prior to Feb 9
  • 2028 (Best by Date Feb 09
  • 2028)

Distribution

Distributed in 8 states: