Cucumber products linked to salmonella outbreak, recalled: What is the infection and its symptoms
A dangerous batch of cucumbers linked to a growing Salmonella outbreak has triggered a sweeping recall affecting major grocery chains like Walmart and Kroger. With 26 confirmed illnesses and nine hospitalizations across 15 states, more grocery stores and food sellers have recalled cucumbers and cucumber products as health officials are warning consumers to act fast.
Cucumbers from Bedner Growers in Florida, distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales, are linked to the outbreak. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced an initial recall on May 19 for cucumbers sold at Bedner's Farm Fresh Market. Since then, more recalls have occurred for products that included these cucumbers, which are sold in stores like Harris Teeter, Walmart, and Kroger.
The recall includes salads, salsas, and other items made with fresh cucumbers.
Consumers and retailers are urged to check their inventory and discard any impacted products. These stores have warned customers about affected salads, veggie plates, sushi, and prepared foods.
Here is the list of recalled cucumbers and cucumber products:
PennRose Farms:
Recalled 1,152 cases of cucumbers supplied by Fresh Start Produce Sales on May 21. These cucumbers were packaged in five-pound mesh bags and sent to Restaurant Depot distribution centers in New Jersey, Georgia, Florida, Illinois, and Ohio.
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The bags had PennRose Farms logos, a specific UPC code, and lot numbers (48-122, 48-123, 48-124, 48-125).
Harris Teeter:
Recalled cucumbers, large vegetable trays, and small trays that contain cucumbers. The UPC codes for these items are specific to the products.
Kroger:
Recalled Yummi Sush-branded products, mainly sushi rolls and veggie platters, with help from Supreme Service Solutions LLC on May 20. A full list of these 50 products is available on the FDA website.
Ukrop's Homestyle Foods, LLC:
Recalled cucumber salad products sold in stores like Food Lion, Harris Teeter, Kroger, and others in several states, including Virginia and North Carolina. Recalled products include 16-ounce and 32-ounce packages of marinated cucumber salad with sell-by dates from May 11 to May 26.
Walmart:
Recalled Marketside cucumber slices produced between May 13 and May 20. These include cucumber slices sold with a specific UPC and all date codes up to May 24, 2025.
Albertsons-owned stores (like Acme and Safeway):
Recalled several Greek salad products sold with various sell-through dates around May 20 to May 24 across multiple states.
Publix:
Recalled loose cucumbers, Watermelon Onion Feta, Spinach Salads, and Garden Salads sold from May 14 to May 23 in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
Big Y Foods:
Recalled made-to-order subs, wraps, or paninis purchased on May 20 or May 21 from 30 locations in Connecticut and Massachusetts.
JFE Franchising, Inc.:
Recalled veggie trays, salads, and sushi products that contained fresh-cut cucumbers, sold under the Snowfruit or Snowfox brands at several retailers across multiple states. A list of affected products is on the FDA website.
The Coastal Companies:
Recalled 17 salsa, salad, and prepared food products distributed between May 6 and May 21 to customers in various states. The products were sold under several brand names, with details available online.
Supreme Service Solutions LLC:
Recalled vegetable trays and salads sold at Kroger and associated stores from May 8 to May 21.
The complete details and a full list of products affected by this recall are available on the FDA website.
What is a Salmonella outbreak?
A salmonella outbreak, in simple terms, means two or more people have become sick with salmonella from the same source, such as a contaminated food or drink. Public health officials investigate these outbreaks to identify the source and prevent further illness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
What are the symptoms?
According to the FDA, symptoms of salmonella infection usually appear within 12 to 72 hours after consuming contaminated food and typically last four to seven days. Common symptoms include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps.
Children under 5 years old, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems are at a higher risk of experiencing severe infections. If you think you may have symptoms of a Salmonella infection, contact your healthcare provider immediately.
What to do if you think you may have recalled cucumbers?
The FDA advises anyone who has cucumbers at home to discard them if they are unsure of their origin. Businesses should refrain from selling these cucumbers and must notify customers who may have consumed them before the recall.
If you purchased recalled cucumbers from grocery stores such as Walmart, Kroger, or Harris Teeter, you can return them to the store where you bought them for a refund.
Moreover, the FDA recommends that consumers and businesses wash and sanitize any surfaces and items that may have come into contact with the cucumbers. At home, clean surfaces with hot, soapy water or use a dishwasher.
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