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Baker Farms Issues Urgent Recall for Kale Amid Listeria Concerns

October 19th, 2021 News & Politics 2 minute read
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Baker Farms Issues Urgent Recall for Kale Amid Listeria Concerns

If you’re a fan of kale, this recall is for you. Earlier this week, Baker Farms issued a recall for three kale products over concerns they might be contaminated with listeria. According to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), the following products are included in the recall:
ProductSizeUPCProduction CodeBEST BY
Baker Farms Kale1 lb8 13098 02001 6107020-2183209-18-2021
Kroger Kale1 lb0 11110 18170 1107020-2183209-18-2021
SEG Grocers Kale1 lb0 38259 11482 7107020-2183209-18-2021
Fortunately, there have been no illnesses linked to the recall. Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious illnesses, though. Young children, the elderly, pregnant women, and anyone with a weakened immune system are most vulnerable to infection. Symptoms may include the following: high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.For now, consumers who have the product in their homes should either throw it away or return it for a full refund. If you have additional questions or concerns about the recall, contact Mr. Richard G. Baker at richard@bakerfamilyproduce.com or by phone at 229-769-3113.

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Recall alert: Baker Farms issues multi-state kale recall over listeria concernsBaker Farms Recalls Various Brand Name of Kale Due to Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination
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