LAKELAND, Florida – Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. of San Carlos, Chile, has announced a voluntary recall of its 10-ounce packages of frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries because they may be contaminated with Escherichia coli O145:H28, a Shiga toxin-producing strain of bacteria.
Recall Details
- Product: Frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries
- Package Size: 10 oz
- Lot Code: 60401
- Best By Date: February 9, 2028
- GTIN: 4141506453
The blueberries were distributed to Publix stores in eight states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
Health Risk
Consuming the product could cause serious illness. Symptoms of E. coli O145 infection include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (often bloody), and vomiting. Most healthy individuals recover within a week, but young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of developing hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a potentially life-threatening complication.
12 confirmed cases of E. coli O145:H28 infections have been reported between May 11 and June 5, 2026, linked to consumption of the recalled GreenWise frozen blueberries.
What Consumers Should Do
Publix is advising customers who purchased frozen GreenWise Organic Blueberries on or before July 3, 2026, to check their freezers. If you have the affected lot:
- Do not consume the product.
- Discard it immediately or return it to your local Publix store for a full refund.
Company Statement
Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. is working with regulatory authorities and retailers to remove the affected product from the market. The company has instructed all customers to isolate the lot, stop distribution, and notify any downstream recipients…