A recall of cucumbers contaminated with salmonella, originating from Sonora, Mexico, has expanded to cover 35 states. The outbreak has affected three companies, with 68 people sickened but no deaths reported. Recalled products include all sizes of American/slicer cucumbers and products containing these cucumbers, such as salad dressings and wraps.
A massive recall has expanded making it more likely that you purchased cucumbers contaminated with salmonella.The outbreak, announced last week, expanded to two more companies.According to the Food and Drug Administration, the cucumbers were grown in Sonora, Mexico and sold to the three companies between October 12 and November 26. The recall now covers 35 states. Sixty-eight people have reported being sick from salmonella but no deaths have been reported.
“We at Baloian Farms are working in conjunction with our grower with the FDA to protect our customers and consumers. Food Safety has always been a top priority as we want to provide safe and nutritious food for our families and consumers.” said Luis Corella, president of Baloian Farms of Arizona Co., Inc. “We have been working diligently with the authorities and the implicated farm to determine the possible source.
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