Wegmans Valencia Oranges, 4lb mesh bag, UPC 77890 52363

Freshouse Produce recalled Wegmans Valencia Oranges, 4lb mesh bag, UPC 77890 52363 in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on Aug 7, 2020.

The recall was triggered by possible Listeria contamination: "The firm received positive Environmental sampling results for Listeria monocytogenes." Listeria monocytogenes can grow at refrigerator temperatures and is especially dangerous for pregnant people, newborns, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems.

The product reached multiple states, recorded by the FDA as "Product was shipped to the following states: MD, NC, PA, SC, & VA. North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Virginia and to wholesalers in Maryland." A multi-state footprint means the same lot can surface in households far from the producer. The recalling firm is based in Salisbury, NC. The recall covers 1,694/4lb mesh bags + 36/40lb boxes of product. As of the latest FDA data pull this recall is still Ongoing, meaning the agency has not yet recorded its completion. The product may remain in circulation, so the kitchen check below is current advice.