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Keeler Family Farms recalls Whole raw onions and 2 more: salmonella risk

November 24, 2021 · Keeler Family Farms Class I

Class IFDA’s highest-risk class: a reasonable probability that using or being exposed to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
Reason for the recallPotential contamination with Salmonella Oranienburg in onions from Chihuahua, Mexico.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
Keeler Family Farms
Location
Deming, NM
Reported by FDA
November 24, 2021
Recall started
October 22, 2021
Risk class
Class I
Status (latest data we have)
Terminated
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Fresh produce
Reason type
SalmonellaOther contamination

Is my product affected?

Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.

  • Whole raw onions - RED - imported from Chihuahua, Mexico and shipped from July 1, 2021 through August 25, 2021. Products are packaged in 25 lb. and 50 lb. mesh bags. One pallet contains 42 bags. Store in cool dry place off the ground. Labeling will state product of Mexico on bill of lading and the pallet/bags.
    Quantity: 120, 739 bags Total
    Codes: Not coded.
  • Whole raw onions - WHITE - imported from Chihuahua, Mexico and shipped from July 1, 2021 through August 25, 2021. Products are packaged in 25 lb. and 50 lb. mesh bags. One pallet contains 42 bags. Store in cool dry place off the ground. Labeling will state product of Mexico on bill of lading and the pallet/bags.
    Quantity: 120, 739 bags Total
    Codes: Not coded.
  • Whole raw onions - YELLOW - imported from Chihuahua, Mexico and shipped from July 1, 2021 through August 25, 2021. Products are packaged in 25 lb. and 50 lb. mesh bags. One pallet contains 42 bags. Store in cool dry place off the ground. Labeling will state product of Mexico on bill of lading and the pallet/bags.
    Quantity: 120, 739 bags Total
    Codes: Not coded.

Where it was distributed

Nationwide and Ontario Canada.

What to do

If you have this product, check the codes above. FDA recall notices often tell consumers to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information, and if you are unsure, do not eat it. If someone becomes ill after eating a recalled food, contact a healthcare professional. See FDA’s recalls and safety alerts for company announcements.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Keeler Family Farms recalled 3 products, including Whole raw onions - RED - imported from Chihuahua, Mexico and shipped from July 1, 2021 through August 25, 2021. Products are packaged in….

Why was it recalled?

Potential contamination with Salmonella Oranienburg in onions from Chihuahua, Mexico.

What does Class I mean?

FDA’s highest-risk class: a reasonable probability that using or being exposed to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

Where was it sold or shipped?

Nationwide and Ontario Canada.

What should I do if I have this product?

Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.

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Sources

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