Food Recall: SunFed Produce Recalls Whole Cucumbers Due to Salmonella Concerns
Recalled Cucumbers Distributed in 26 States and Canada
A produce company based in Arizona, SunFed Produce, LLC, has issued a recall of whole cucumbers due to concerns over Salmonella contamination. The recall affects cucumbers sold between October 12 and November 26 and is being pulled from store shelves in over two dozen states and Canada.
Affected Areas
The recalled cucumbers were sold in and shipped to customers in the following states and provinces:
- Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin
- The Canadian provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Calgary, Saskatchewan, and Ontario
What to Do If You Have the Recalled Cucumbers
Customers are urged to check their own produce to see if they have any of the potentially affected cucumbers. SunFed recommends that any recalled products be destroyed. If you have purchased the recalled cucumbers, you can contact the SunFed recall hotline at (888) 542-5849, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Time.
Company Statement
"As soon as we learned of this issue, we immediately acted to protect consumers," said SunFed President Craig Slate. "We are working closely with authorities and the implicated ranch to determine the possible cause."
Conclusion
The recall is a precautionary measure to ensure public health and safety. Consumers are advised to be vigilant and check their produce for any affected products. SunFed is working closely with authorities to determine the cause of the contamination and to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the recall about?
A: The recall is due to concerns over Salmonella contamination in whole cucumbers sold between October 12 and November 26.
Q: Which states and provinces are affected?
A: The recall affects 26 states in the US and several Canadian provinces, including Alberta, British Columbia, Calgary, Saskatchewan, and Ontario.
Q: What should I do if I have the recalled cucumbers?
A: Check your produce to see if you have any of the recalled cucumbers. If you do, destroy them and contact the SunFed recall hotline for further assistance.
Q: How can I contact SunFed for more information?
A: You can contact SunFed’s recall hotline at (888) 542-5849, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Time.
