Update (1) to recall of various branded Spinach and Mixed Leaves products produced by McCormack Family Farms due to the detection of Listeria monocytogenes
Sunday, 27 July 2025
| Alert Summary | |
|---|---|
| Category 1: | For Action |
| Alert Notification: | 2025.35 (Update 1) |
| Product Identification: | SuperValu Spinach bag (Unwashed); pack size 250g |
| Batch Code | Best before dates; 28/07/2025, 30/07/2025, 31/07/2025 |
| Country Of Origin: | Ireland |
Message:
The above batches of Supervalu Spinach are being recalled by McCormack Family Farms due to the detection of Listeria monocytogenes. Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale in stores.
Nature Of Danger:
Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.
Action Required:
Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:
Retailers are requested to remove the implicated products from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.
Wholesalers/distributors are requested to contact their affected customers and recall the implicated products and provide a point-of-sale recall notice to their retailer customers.
Caterers should not use the implicated products.
Consumers:
Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated products.
