Company Recalls Nearly 10 Million Pounds of Meat, Poultry Dishes for Possible Listeria Contamination
FDA Orders Massive Recall after Detecting Listeria in Samples
A company has recalled nearly 10 million pounds of meat and poultry products made at an Oklahoma plant due to possible contamination with Listeria bacteria, which can cause illness and death. BrucePac of Woodburn, Oregon, initiated the recall after U.S. Agriculture Department officials detected Listeria in samples of poultry during routine testing. Further tests identified BrucePac chicken as the source.
Roughly 5,000 Tons of Ready-to-Eat Foods Recalled
The recall includes 75 meat and chicken products, including grilled chicken breast strips made at the company’s facility in Durant, Oklahoma, which were produced between June 19 and October 8 and shipped to restaurants, food service vendors, and other sites nationwide. The products have a best-by date of June 19, 2025, to October 8, 2025. Officials are concerned that the products may still be available for use or stored in refrigerators or freezers and have advised consumers to throw them away.
No Confirmed Reports of Illness Linked to Recall
To date, there are no reported cases of illness linked to the recall. Eating foods contaminated with Listeria can cause potentially serious illness, with approximately 1,600 people infected with Listeria bacteria each year in the US and about 260 deaths, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Symptoms of Listeria Infections
Listeria infections typically cause fever, muscle aches, and tiredness and may result in stiffer neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions. Symptoms can occur quickly or up to 10 weeks after eating contaminated food. The infections are especially dangerous for older people, those with weakened immune systems, or those who are pregnant.
Action to Take
Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What products are affected by the recall?
A: The recall includes 75 meat and chicken products, including grilled chicken breast strips made at the company’s facility in Durant, Oklahoma, produced between June 19 and October 8, 2025.
Q: What is the best-by date range of the recalled products?
A: The products have a best-by date of June 19, 2025, to October 8, 2025.
Q: What should consumers do with the recalled products?
A: Consumers are advised to throw away the recalled products immediately, as they may still be available for use or stored in refrigerators or freezers.
Q: Are there any reported cases of illness linked to the recall?
A: No, to date, there are no reported cases of illness linked to the recall.
