A recent multi-state salmonella outbreak has been linked to cucumbers sold by Bedner Growers, Inc., prompting a voluntary recall. According to the Detroit Free Press, the cucumbers were distributed to retailers, wholesalers, and food service distributors from April 29 though Monday.
Reports indicate that 26 individuals have fallen ill across 15 states, with Michigan seeing 1 to 2 cases so far. Among those affected, nine have been hospitalized, although no deaths have been reported. The recalled cucumbers, which were also sold at Bedner’s Farm Fresh Markets in Florida, did not bear any specific stickers or labeling for identification, MLive reports.
Additionally, FOX Local notes that the recalled items could also be found at Bedner Growers’ Farm Fresh Market locations in Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, and West Palm Beach. The FDA is currently determining where the potentially contaminated products were distributed, as some were available at restaurant and retail locations.
Consumers who are unsure if their cucumbers came from Bedner Growers or Fresh Start Produce Sales, Inc., are encouraged to take precautionary measures and dispose of the produce. "Consumers may be contacted by their retailers if they purchased recalled cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers," the FDA stated, as per the Detroit Free Press. Affected individuals usually experience symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps, starting six hours to six days after infection and lasting from four to seven days.
The same Florida farm was previously involved in a 2024 salmonella outbreak that resulted in 551 illnesses across 34 states. During that time, salmonella had been detected in soil and water samples from the farm. Now, with this recurring issue, Bedner Growers, Inc., is facing scrutiny as the FDA conducts further investigations. The agency's inquiry is still ongoing, and future updates are expected, as mentioned by FOX Local.
