Mother Earth Products, Veggie Burger, Textured Vegetable Protein, packaged in 2-cup mylar bags, 1-quart mylar bags, 1-quart plastic jar, 1-gallon mylar bags, 5-lb mylar bags, 15-lb bulk bag, 25-lb bulk box and TVP Variety Sample Pack.

Mother Earth International LLC recalled Mother Earth Products, Veggie Burger, Textured Vegetable Protein, packaged in 2-cup mylar bags, 1-quart mylar bags, 1-quart plastic jar, 1-g in a Class II action, the FDA tier for products that may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects on May 23, 2013.

The recall was triggered by possible Salmonella contamination: "The product was manufactured with a Soy Protein Isolate manufactured by CHS, Inc and may be contaminated with Salmonella." Salmonella is one of the most common causes of U.S. foodborne illness, with symptoms that typically appear within six hours to six days of exposure.

Distribution was broad: the FDA record describes it as "Distribution was nationwide through internet sales. No foriegn or military distribution was made," which places this among the wider-reach recalls on the site. Consumers across the affected area should check product on hand. The recalling firm is based in Ames, IA. The recall covers 210 lbs of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Jul 17, 2013), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.