Some Aldi Jalapenos, Green Peppers, and Green Beans Part of Nationwide Produce Recall
On July 22, 2024, Aldi announced a recall of jalapenos, green peppers, and green beans in specific states over concerns that they may be contaminated with Listeria, which can cause a bacterial infection. At the time of this post, the recall only affects Aldi stores in Kentucky, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.
Here are the three Aldi products affected by the recall:
Product Name – Package Description – UPC Code …
- Jalapeno – 8 oz. bag – 4099100087680
- Green Pepper – 16 oz. (3 pack) bag – 4099100087598
- Green Beans – 16 oz. bag – 4099100087826
Aldi is just one of several grocers affected, and Aldi’s products are only a few of the many vegetables that are now included in the recall. At the center of the recall is Wiers Farm, Inc., an Ohio-based company with a number of operations east of the Mississippi.
What started as a recall on cucumbers in mid-July has since expanded to over a dozen different vegetables. Other stores affected include Walmart, Kroger, Save-a-Lot, and several other smaller grocers. It is important to note that the larger recall includes far more states than the affected Aldi stores.
As of right now, Trader Joe’s is not affected by the recall.
You can read Aldi’s press release here (also reproduced below), and the current FDA recall page here.
In Association with Wiers Farm, Inc. and R.S. Hanline Co Inc., ALDI Recalls Jalapenos, Green Peppers and Green Beans Due to a Potential Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination
Batavia, Ill. (July 22, 2024) – In cooperation with Wiers Farm, Inc. and R.S. Hanline Co Inc. and out of an abundance of caution, ALDI Inc., (“ALDI”) recalls Freshire Farms jalapenos, green peppers and green beans. The affected product from Wiers Farm, Inc. and R.S. Hanline Co Inc is recalled due to a potential listeria monocytogenes contamination. The full product details include:
The affected product was sold at select ALDI stores in Kentucky, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
ALDI puts the safety and integrity of the products it sells first. If customers have products affected by this recall, they are advised to discard it immediately or return it to their local store for a full refund.
For any customers impacted by this recall or who would like additional information, contact R.S. Hanline Co Inc. by calling 1-888-484-4834 Monday- Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
ALDI sincerely regrets the inconvenience and concern caused as a result of this recall.
