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Monday, September 26, 2022

GA Company Recalls Various Fresh Salad Items After Positive Listeria Test

GHGA is recalling various products (see chart below) due to the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. On 9/16/22 the firm was notified by their laboratory that a single sample of a product tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.

These products were packaged in clear plastic containers and sold primarily in Kroger stores on 9/11/22 in the produce or deli sections in the states of: Alabama, South Carolina, and Georgia. The Sell-by Date has expired, and products were previously removed from store shelves and are no longer for sale. However, products could still be in possession of consumers.

Renaissance Food Group, which operates under the name GH Foods, is located in Conley, Georgia. This organization primarily processes fresh refrigerated salads.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ghga-recalls-various-ready-eat-vegetable-products-due-possible-listeria-monocytogenes-contamination
GHGA Recalls Various Ready-To-Eat Vegetable Products Due to Possible Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  September 20, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  September 20, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Listeria monocytogenes
Company Name:  GHGA
Brand Name:  GHGA
Product Description:  Ready-To-Eat Vegetable Products
Company Announcement

CONLEY, GA – 9/20/22 – GHGA is recalling various products (see chart below) due to the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. No other GHGA products are affected by this recall. Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short- term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, a Listeria monocytogenes infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

To date, we are not aware of any illnesses linked to this recall. Please see attached photos for further identification.

On 9/16/22 the firm was notified by their laboratory that a single sample of a product tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.

Products affected are:
Product Name Size UPC Sell-by Date Lot Code
Asparagus Saute 9.5 oz 8 26766 19027 0 9/17/2022 GHGA 254
Diced Bell Pepper and White Onion 7 oz 8 26766 19004 1 9/15/2022 GHGA 254
Diced Red Onion 10 oz 8 26766 18100 1 9/19/2022 GHGA 254
Fajita Mix 9.5 oz 8 26766 19031 7 9/17/2022 GHGA 254
Fiesta Corn 10 oz 8 26766 18462 0 9/17/2022 GHGA 254
Hamburger Fixins 10 oz 8 26766 19028 7 9/17/2022 GHGA 254
Hatch Chile Guacamole Blender 9 oz 8 26766 14452 5 9/17/2022 GHGA 254
Large Medium Salsa 13 oz 8 26766 19071 3 9/18/2022 GHGA 254
Large Mild Chunky Guacamole 13 oz 8 26766 19053 9 9/17/2022 GHGA 254
Large Mild Salsa 13 oz 8 26766 19069 0 9/18/2022 GHGA 263
Mango Habanero Blender 9 oz 8 26766 19044 7 9/17/2022 GHGA 264
Medium Hatch Salsa 13 oz 8 26766 19076 8 9/18/2022 GHGA 265
Mexican Style Layered Bean Dip 20 oz 8 26766 14510 2 9/17/2022 GHGA 266
Mild Guacamole Blender 13 oz 8 26766 19045 4 9/17/2022 GHGA 267
Mild Guacamole Blender 9 oz 8 26766 14434 1 9/17/2022 GHGA 268
Mushroom Stir Fry Blend 9 oz 8 26766 19010 2 9/17/2022 GHGA 269
Seasoned Squash Onion & Dill 10.5 oz 8 26766 19036 2 9/17/2022 GHGA 270
Small Medium Hatch Chile Pico de Gallo 9 oz 8 26766 19062 1 9/18/2022 GHGA 271
Small Ranch Tray with Dip 21.0 oz 8 26766 19087 4 9/15/2022 GHGA 272
Snacking Peppers 12 oz 8 26766 19037 9 9/17/2022 GHGA 273
Spicy Guacamole Blender 9 oz 8 26766 14436 5 9/17/2022 GHGA 274
Steak Topper 7.5 oz 8 26766 19026 3 9/17/2022 GHGA 275
3 Skewer Veggie Kabobs 22 oz 8 26766 19008 9 9/17/2022 GHGA 276
Tri Pepper Blend 7 oz 8 26766 19003 4 9/15/2022 GHGA 277
Vegetable Bowl 42 oz 8 26766 18468 2 9/17/2022 GHGA 278

The products were sold to Kroger and distributed to retail stores on 9/11/22. The Sell-by Date has expired, and products were previously removed from store shelves and are no longer for sale. However, products could still be in possession of consumers. The Sell By Dates and Lot numbers are located on the top primary label of each product. These products were packaged in clear plastic containers and sold primarily in Kroger stores in the produce or deli sections in the states of: Alabama, South Carolina, and Georgia

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or they may discard the product. Consumers with questions can call Customer Service at (888) 449-9386 M-F 8am – 4pm PST.

GHGA has notified Kroger and they have directed their stores to remove the products from the shelves.
This recall is being made with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration.

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