Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend Lawsuit Update: Illnesses, Recall Status, and Legal Options

Frozen Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend sold at Walmart was recalled for possible E. coli O145:H28 contamination. The recall grew on October 2, 2026. Stop using the recalled berries and check your freezer for the lot codes. An outbreak linked to blueberries from the supplier, Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A., sickened 17 people in Florida and Georgia. The CDC has declared the outbreak over. The supplier says no illness is associated with Great Value lot 6040 01-6. No lawsuit has been filed over the Great Value product.

Latest Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend Lawsuit Updates

October 5, 2026: FDA Says the Outbreak Is Over

The FDA outbreak page was updated on October 5, 2026. It says the outbreak is over and no new illnesses have been reported since it ended [1]. The FDA says the latest recall expansion followed new information from an onsite foreign inspection. During the investigation, the firm did not give the FDA all the records the agency requested.

October 2, 2026: Recall Expands to More Great Value Lots

The supplier expanded its recall on October 2, 2026 [2]. The notice adds Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend lots 6 031 01 and 6 041 01, plus Great Value Organic Blueberries lots. One Trader Joe’s Organic Mixed Berry Blend lot is also included. The Great Value berries shipped to select Walmart stores in 30 states and Puerto Rico.

September 21, 2026: CDC Declares the Outbreak Over

The CDC declared the outbreak over on September 21, 2026. It counted 17 people infected in two states, Florida and Georgia. Six were hospitalized and none died. The FDA says its investigation is complete. The agency links the illnesses to frozen blueberries from the supplier.

September 11, 2026: Walmart Distribution Update

The supplier updated its recall notice on September 11, 2026. The update covers Great Value lot 6040 01-6, the lot announced on September 2. That lot was sold at Walmart stores in 26 states and Puerto Rico.

September 3, 2026: FDA Posts the First Great Value Expansion

The FDA posted the September 2 company announcement on September 3, 2026 [3]. It expanded the recall to one lot of Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend, lot 6040 01-6, best by February 9, 2028. The company stated that no illnesses were associated with that product. The notice covers 10-oz bags of the berry blend sold under the Great Value name, UPC 7874211226.

July 30, 2026: Publix Recall and Import Alert

The FDA reported on July 30, 2026 that Publix recalled all GreenWise organic frozen whole blueberries and whole mixed berries in 8 states. The FDA also added products from the supplier to Import Alert 99-35 [4]. Publix is the grocery chain that sold the GreenWise blueberries tied to the outbreak.

July 13, 2026: Couple Sues Publix

News4JAX reported on July 13, 2026 that Oscar and Roberta Cash sued Publix in Palm Beach County Circuit Court [5]. The suit concerns GreenWise organic blueberries. The complaint alleges strict liability, negligence and breach of implied warranties. These are allegations, and no court has made a finding.

July 6, 2026: FDA Opens an Outbreak Investigation

The FDA announced an E. coli O145:H28 outbreak investigation on July 6, 2026. It reported 12 people ill in two states. Four were hospitalized and none died. The FDA linked the illnesses to GreenWise blueberries sold at Publix. The case count later rose to 17.

July 3, 2026: First Recall of GreenWise Blueberries

The supplier recalled one lot of frozen GreenWise organic IQF blueberries on July 3, 2026 [6]. The lot is 60401, in 10-oz bags. The berries are best by February 9, 2028. They shipped to Publix stores. This was the first of the three recall notices.

What Is E. Coli O145?

According to the FDA, E. coli are mostly harmless bacteria that live in the intestines of people and animals [7]. Some types, such as Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC), can be life-threatening. Eating food contaminated with certain types can cause mild to severe gastrointestinal illness. The recalled berries carry E. coli O145:H28, a STEC strain.

Who May Be Affected?

People who bought and ate frozen berries from the recalled lots may be affected. The recall covers these products:

• Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend, 10 oz, UPC 7874211226. Lots 6040 01-6 (best by February 9, 2028), 6 031 01 (January 31, 2028) and 6 041 01 (February 10, 2028)
• Great Value Organic Blueberries, 10 oz, UPC 7874211213. Lots 6 019 01, 6 040 01 and 6 163 01 (best by January 19, 2028, February 9, 2028 and June 12, 2028)
• Trader Joe’s Organic Mixed Berry Blend, 12 oz, UPC 00977654. Lot 6 051 01 (best before February 20, 2028)

The Trader Joe’s berries went to 26 states and the District of Columbia. Your own situation decides whether you qualify, and that takes an individual legal review of your purchase and illness.

Reported Injuries or Damages

The FDA says the first illnesses began on May 11, 2026. Its investigation page states: “Eleven of 13 (85%) cases interviewed reported eating frozen blueberries.” Reports like these do not prove that a product caused every illness. In Cash v. Publix, the complaint alleges that Roberta Cash was hospitalized for 10 days. It says she then spent about 18 more days at a nursing facility. The complaint seeks damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering and lost wages. These are allegations, not findings, and no court has ruled.

Recall and Regulatory Background

Discard the berries or return them to Walmart or Trader Joe’s for a full refund. The firm’s products are also on FDA Import Alert 99-35.

Evidence to Preserve

If you ate recalled berries and became ill, keep these items together in one folder:

• The berry bag, showing the lot code, best-by date and UPC
• Photos of the bag, its label and any leftover berries
• Any leftover product, kept sealed in the freezer
• Your receipt, loyalty-card record or Walmart order record
• Medical records, stool test results and bills
• A log of your symptoms and the dates they began
• Messages with Walmart, the supplier or health officials

Photograph the lot code before you discard any package. Write down where and when you bought the berries while you still remember.

Filing Deadlines

Filing deadlines come from state law. They depend on where you live and when your illness and its diagnosis happened. Missing one can end a claim, even a strong one. If you think you may have a claim, ask a lawyer about your deadline soon, and bring your lot code and records.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Symptoms Should I Watch for After Eating Recalled Berries?

Symptoms after eating recalled berries start from a few days to nine days later. They include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea that may be bloody, fever, nausea and vomiting. Some infections cause hemolytic uremic syndrome, a type of kidney failure. The FDA says to call a health care provider immediately.

What Does the Research Say About the Frozen Blueberry Outbreak?

Research on the frozen blueberry outbreak includes a Publix test. Publix tested GreenWise frozen blueberries, and one sample tested positive for the same strain that made people sick. All samples collected by the FDA were reported as negative.

Who Can I Contact About the Great Value Berry Recall?

You can contact the company about the Great Value berry recall at Info.foodsafety@comfrut.com or 336-899-5612, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 6 PM EST. The FDA takes calls at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).

Can You Sue Walmart over E. Coli in Frozen Berries?

Whether you can sue Walmart over E. coli in frozen berries is a question for a lawyer who reviews your own purchase and illness. The only known suit, Cash v. Publix, names Publix over GreenWise blueberries.

References

1. https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-e-coli-o145h28-frozen-blueberries-july-2026
2. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/frutas-y-hortalizas-del-sur-sa-expands-recalls-include-additional-lots-great-value-frozen-organic
3. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/frutas-y-hortalizas-del-sur-sa-expands-recall-include-one-lot-great-value-frozen-organic-triple
4. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/cms_ia/importalert_1128.html
5. https://www.news4jax.com/news/local/2026/07/13/florida-couple-sues-publix-after-wife-hospitalized-with-e-coli-linked-to-greenwise-organic-blueberries/
6. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/frutas-y-hortalizas-del-sur-sa-initiates-recall-frozen-greenwise-organic-iqf-blueberries-due
7. https://www.fda.gov/food/foodborne-pathogens/escherichia-coli-e-coli