close
close

The BrucePac recall includes meat processed in Oklahoma

Posted on by Vanessa
The BrucePac recall includes meat processed in Oklahoma

play

A massive meat recall sparked by listeria concerns is affecting products at some of the most popular grocery stores in the US, including Walmart, Publix, Target, Aldi, Amazon, Trader Joe's and more.

The meat used in these products was processed at a BrucePac production facility in Durant, Oklahoma, The Associated Press reports.

BrucePac, based in Woodburn, Oregon, sells pre-cooked meat and poultry to industrial, food service and retail companies across the country. The precooked meat maker released more information about the products affected by its now 12 million-pound recall, first announced Wednesday by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Routine testing revealed evidence of Listeria monocytogenes in ready-to-eat BrucePac poultry, which can cause listeriosis infection if consumed.

Initially, USDA and BrucePac issued a general warning about the approximately 9,986,245 pounds of meat and poultry affected by the recall, followed by subsequent updates about specific products and locations where they are sold. The affected products were delivered to establishments and distributors across the country, including restaurants and other food establishments, and are included in various brands of salads, frozen meals and other packaged foods sold at various locations.

As of Sunday, the USDA has a 326-page document on specific retailers, brands and foods that contain the recalled meat. Here's what we know.

What types of products are being recalled?

Sandwiches, wraps and salads are primarily affected by the recall. Frozen meals containing chicken products, from pasta and burritos to bowls and family meals, are also affected.

For a complete and growing list, visit FSIS.gov.

Which stores carry products on the recall list?

The USDA continues to update the list of affected products and recommends checking FSIS.gov regularly.

  • Walmart
  • Kroger
  • Albertsons
  • Publix
  • Goal
  • Aldi
  • Amazon Fresh
  • Trader Joe's
  • 7-Eleven
  • HEB
  • Meier
  • Giant eagle
  • Wegmans
  • Save Mart

Which brand names are included in the recall?

The USDA continues to update the list of affected products and recommends checking FSIS.gov regularly.

  • Fresh Express
  • Raos
  • Michael Angelos
  • Boston Market
  • Atkins
  • Dole
  • Jenny Craig
  • El Monterey
  • Don Panchos
  • ready meals
  • Amazon Kitchen
  • Taylor Farms
  • Giant Eagle brand
  • HEB brand
  • Kroger brand
  • Home cook
  • Meijer brand
  • RaceTrac brand
  • Raley's
  • Save the Mart brand
  • Trader Joe's brand
  • Wegmans brand
  • Central eats
  • Reds
  • Udis
  • Great inexpensive brand (Walmart).
  • Gordon Choice
  • Michelinas
  • Good & collect
  • Small salad bar
  • Select signature
  • Market side
  • Amazon Fresh
  • Contessa Premium Foods
  • Whitsons' culinary group

What to do if you have a recalled product?

The USDA advises consumers who have purchased these products not to eat them and instead to throw them away or return them to the point of purchase. Dealers who have the products in stock are also advised not to sell recalled products and to discard or return them.

There have been no confirmed reports of side effects associated with these products, but anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact their doctor.

Start your day smart: Sign up for The Oklahoman's Daily Briefing newsletter.

Listeriosis or listeria poisoning symptoms

Listeriosis, or listeria poisoning, is a food-borne bacterial infection most commonly caused by the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes. It is considered a serious condition and can be dangerous or life-threatening, especially for older adults, people with weak immune systems and pregnant people.

According to the USDA, symptoms include:

  • Fever
  • Muscle pain
  • Headache
  • Stiff neck
  • confusion
  • Loss of balance
  • cramps
  • Diarrhea
  • Other gastrointestinal symptoms
  • Miscarriage, stillbirth, premature birth and/or life-threatening infection of newborns
  • Death

People in higher risk categories who experience flu-like symptoms within two months of consuming contaminated food should seek medical attention and inform health care providers about consuming contaminated food, the USDA said.

Related Posts

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *