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Update: Wegmans Micro Greens, Sweet Pea Leaves, Cat Grass Recalled for Salmonella

Wegmans is recalling certain products containing micro greens, sweet pea leaves, and cat grass because they have the potential to be contaminated with salmonella, according to an FDA Recall Letter [1] published on December 23, 2023. Specific products affected by the recall include:

“We are voluntarily recalling these products because some of the soil they were grown in, supplied to Wegmans Organic Farm by bio365 of Ithaca, New York, tested positive for Salmonella by the supplier,” Wegmans said in the recall notice. “This is out of an abundance of caution. No illnesses have been associated with this recall.”

The recalled products were sold at Wegmans stores in New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Virginia, Maryland, and North Carolina.

Wegmans Recalls Smoothie Kits for Listeria

The following 7 oz. Blendtopia brand smoothie kits are being recalled from Wegmans Supermarkets over potential contamination with Listeria:

• Blendtopia Smoothie Kit, Superfood, Energy, 7 oz (198 g)
  UPC: 8-68372-00024
• Blendtopia Smoothie Kit, Immunity, Superfood, 7 oz (198 g)
  UPC: 8-68372-00022
• Blendtopia Smoothie Kit, Superfood, Detox, 7 oz (198 g)
  UPC: 8-68372-00021
• Blendtopia Smoothie Kit, Superfood, Strength, 7 oz (198 g)
  UPC: 8-68372-00023

Wegmans Recalls Power Blend, Tofu Shiitake Over Listeria Contamination

Wegmans is recalling 2 food bar items over potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that causes severe foodborne illness. Products affected by the recall include Wegmans Power Blend and Tofu Shiitake Slaw, which were sold at self-serve cold bars in Wegmans stores from Sept. 29 through Nov. 4, according to a recall notice issued by the grocer on Monday [2]. The action is part of a much larger recall involving more than 100 veggie products issued by the FDA and Canadian Food Inspection Agency.

Related Article: Listeria Outbreak Lawyers

Listeria Symptoms

• Fever
• Muscle aches
• Nausea
• Diarrhea

Onset of symptoms ranges from 48 hours to 1 month, according to the Mayo Clinic [3]. If listeria spreads to the nervous system, symptoms may include:

• Headache
• Stiff neck
• Confusion / changes in alertness
• Loss of balance
• Convulsions

Source: Mayo Clinic [4]

Wegmans Recall Timeline

Jan. 13, 2020 – Wegmans recalls 20 oz. packages of breaded chicken breast fillets due to the “possibility of undercooked chicken.” The bags can be identified by the UPC 7789025193, and “best by” date of 10/23/20.

Dec. 17, 2019 – Wegmans recalls 3-layered gingerbread cakes for undeclared egg. Affected cake sizes include:

• Large 38oz Cake 77890-43972
• Mini 11oz Cake 77890-43973
• 4 oz Slice 77890-45380

Nov. 4, 2019 – Southern Tier Brewing 16oz Pumking Nitro cans & 12oz Blackwater Nitro Chocolate Milkshake cans recalled after complaints of inconsistent nitrogen gas pressure, which could lead to package integrity issues, including bursting cans.

Nov. 4, 2019 – Wegmans Veggie Power Blend & Tofu Shiitake Slaw recalled for listeria contamination.

Oct. 31, 2019 – Nestle Toll House Cookie Dough recalled for contamination with rubber pieces.

Oct. 24, 2019 – Top Care Ranitidine recalled for contamination with N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) [5], a chemical linked to cancer.

Oct. 24, 2019 – Weleda Calendula Baby Oil recalled due to labeling error.

Oct. 22, 2019 – Heartburn medication Zantac recalled after its active ingredient, ranitidine, was found to be contaminated with NDMA.

Oct. 21, 2019 – Fudge Factory Chocolate Fudge recalled due to the presence of undeclared walnuts.

Oct. 3, 2019 – King Arthur Flour recalled due to presence of E. coli.

Sept. 28, 2019 – Brussel sprouts and kale bowls recalled for undeclared wheat.

Sept. 27, 2019 – Top Care Ranitidine 75 mg, 20 ct. recalled due to presence of NDMA.

Sept. 20, 2019 – Marie Callender’s Pub Style Steak & Ale recalled due to undeclared soy protein allergen.

Sept. 16, 2019 – Gold Medal Unbleached All-Purpose Flour recalled for E. coli [6].

Sept. 12, 2019 – Pork chops recalled for excessive gluten levels.

Sept. 6, 2019 – Udi’s Classice Hamburgers recalled for plastic contamination.

Click on the link to view a complete list of Wegmans recalls [7].

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Can I File a Class Action?

Although Schmidt & Clark, LLP, is a nationally recognized class action firm, we have decided against this type of litigation when it comes to Wegmans recall lawsuits. Our lawyers feel that if there is a successful resolution to these cases, individual suits, not class actions will be the best way to get maximum payouts to our clients.

If you’ve developed a food poisoning illness, we know you’ve suffered emotionally and economically, and want to work with you personally to obtain the maximum compensation for the damages caused by your injuries. Contact us today to learn more about your legal rights.

Do I have a Wegmans Recall Lawsuit?

The Food Poisoning Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers focusing on the representation of plaintiffs in Wegmans recall lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new food poisoning cases in all 50 states.

If you or a loved one had symptoms of food poisoning after eating foods from Wegmans Supermarkets, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a Wegmans Recall Suit and our lawyers can help.