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Product Recalls

In an effort to keep our owners and shoppers fully informed on product recalls, Co-Opportunity Market commits to the following actions when a product we carry and/or have carried has been recalled by the manufacturer.

    • We immediately inspect our existing stock and remove any of the affected product
    • We contact – via email – any members that have been identified as having purchased the recalled product.
    • We post on this page, all of the information regarding the recall that has been made available to us by the manufacturer
    • We will place a sign with the affected product directing customers to further information that will be available at our registers.

What to Do If You’ve Purchased a Recalled Product

The co-op asks that anyone who has purchased a product that has been recalled to return them for a full refund. If you believe that you have used or consumed an affected product and have any concerns, we encourage you to contact your healthcare provider with any questions.

How We Hear About Recalls

The co-op learns of product recalls through a variety of means, such as e-mail alerts directly from the manufacturer, alerts from our vendor-partners, and by regularly monitoring the FDA website.

  • Recall of Raw Milk and Cream Products

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    We wanted to be sure you are aware of a recent recall of raw whole milk and cream products announced by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) due to multiple H5 bird flu virus detections.

    The recall of Raw Farm, LLC’s includes all sizes of raw whole milk and cream products produced after November 9, 2024. In addition to the statewide voluntary recall, CDFA has placed the farm under quarantine, suspending any new distribution of its raw milk, cream, kefir, butter and cheese products produced on or after November 27.

    A recent statewide recall by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) reported additional detections of bird flu virus in samples taken from a raw milk bulk tank at the Valley Milk Simply Bottled dairy farm of Stanislaus County.

    The products impacted by this new recall may be marketed as Valley Milk Simply Bottled Raw Cow Milk and DESI Milk Raw Cow Milk and are distributed in quart (32 oz), half gallon (64 oz), and one gallon (128 oz) plastic jugs. The recalled jugs have an expiration date of DEC 23 2024 through DEC 30 2024 marked on the container.

    All Raw Farms products sold at the Co-op are under a recall.  Please return any products for your full refund at the store.  Products include milk, kefir, butter, and cheese.

  • Bulk Walnut Recall

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    We wanted to be sure you are aware of a recent recall of Gibson Farms bulk organic light halves and pieces of shelled walnuts issued by the FDA on April 30, 2024.

    FDA and CDC have announced an outbreak investigation of E. coli O157:H7 in bulk organic walnuts. At this time there are 12 illnesses and 7 hospitalizations. All confirmed cases are in CA and WA but distribution went to 19 states. Gibson Farms, Inc. has issued a recall of organic walnut halves and pieces with lot codes 3325-043 and 3341-501.

    Our product inventory when the recall came out were lot codes in the 4000 series.  However, if you have walnuts purchased before April 26th, out of caution, please bring them to the store for a refund. We have had no reports of illness as of this posting.

  • Voluntary Recall – Raw Farms Cheddar Cheese

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    Voluntary Recall – E. Coli 0157:H7 STEC – RAW FARM 2024-2-16

     

    Item Barcode Product Description Package Size (oz) Brand Batch or Older
    1075 835204000156 Raw Cheddar Cheese – Pound Block 16 Raw Farm 20231113-1
    1050 835204001177 Raw Cheddar Cheese – Pound Block 8 Raw Farm 20231113-1
    1080 835204001184 Raw Cheddar Cheese – Half Pound Shred 8 Raw Farm 20240116

     

    This is NOT a recall of any product newer/fresher than 20231113-1 for block or 20240116 shred and only should pertain to cheese produced BEFORE/OLDER THAN November 13, 2023. Products en-route for delivery, being delivered now, and in the future are not affected by this Voluntary Recall. Only products on the retail shelf, which should have a date code of 20231113-1 or older should be recalled. Shredded cheese with the date 20240116 or older should be recalled.

    Voluntary recall of this product was initiated because:

    1. RAW FARM was contacted on February 15, 2024 at 5PM by the FDA and CDC regarding the epidemiological possibility that RAW FARM cheddar cheese may have caused illnesses in 4 states regarding STEC(Shiga Toxin-producing E.Coli).
    2. The first onset of illness that was reported was October 18, 2023 and the reported illness was January 31, 2024.
    3. During this period, there were 10 fecal samples collected from patients in 4 states that did not directly match each other but have epidemiological connections in the National Pulsenet Database.
    4. Some of the patients reporting illness did not report consuming RAW FARM brand products, including cheddar cheese. There are no current hospitalizations from consumers who have reported that they have consumed RAW FARM Cheese.
    5. NO RAW FARM products have tested positive for STEC or E. coli 0157:H7 by third-party labs or any government agency. See the attached COA for the current production of raw cheddar cheese. COA for any BATCH available upon request.
    6. In an abundance of caution, and in full cooperation with the FDA and CDC, RAW FARM is voluntarily recalling the cheese listed above.

  • B&G Foods Issues Voluntary Allergy Alert for a Limited Number of Boxes of Back to Nature® Organic Rosemary & Olive Oil Stoneground Wheat Crackers Containing Peanut Butter Cookies

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    B&G Foods announced today it is voluntarily recalling a very limited number of boxes of a single date code of 6 oz. Back to Nature Organic Rosemary & Olive Oil Stoneground Wheat Crackers, with a “best by” date of APR 25 2021, after learning that a very limited number of the cracker boxes were inadvertently filled with foil wrapped pouches of peanut butter cookies, which contain peanut, an allergen undeclared on the label.

    People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanut run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the cookies contained in the recalled boxes. There is no health risk associated with this product for individuals without an allergy to peanut.

    Co-opportunity will issue a store credit for 6 oz. boxes with “best by” date of Apr APR 25 2021 only.

  • Romaine lettuce has been recalled nationwide due to E. coli bacteria outbreak

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    Federal health officials are advising consumers to throw away romaine lettuce and salad mixes amid a nationwide outbreak of E. coli infections linked to California’s Salinas Valley. At this time we don’t believe organic product is included, however we have removed all romaine from Salinas from the shelf until the recall is lifted

  • King Arthur All-Purpose Unbleached Flour

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    Because of the potential presence of E. coli 026 discovered through sampling, King Arthur is voluntarily recalling their Unbleached All-Purpose Flour (5 lb. & 25lb.) from the Lot Codes and Best Used by Dates listed below.

    Co+opportunity urges you to dispose of this product or return it to one of our stores for a refund.

    Best Used By / Lot Code
    12/04/19 / L18A04A
    12/05/19 / L18A05A, L18A05B, L18A05C
    12/09/19 / L18A09B
    12/10/19 / L18A10A
    12/13/19 / L18A13B, L18A13C
    12/20/19 / L18A20A, L18A20B, L18A20C
    12/21/19 / L18A21A
    12/27/19 / L18A27A, L18A27B, L18A27C
    12/28/19 / L18A28A
    01/02/20 / A19A02B, A19A02C

    Best Used By: Lot Code
    01/03/20 / A19A03A, A19A03B, A19A03C
    01/05/20 / A19A05A, A19A05B
    01/07/20 / A19A07B, A19A07C
    01/08/20 / A19A08B
    01/09/20 / A19A09B
    01/10/20 / A19A10B
    01/12/20 / A19A12A
    01/14/20 / A19A14A, A19A14B, A19A14C
    01/15/20 / A19A15A, A19A15B

    King Arthur Statement:
    “We are taking this voluntary precautionary step because of the potential presence of E. coli 026 which was discovered through sampling. To date, we have not received any confirmed reports of illnesses related to this product, which was produced prior to February 2019.”

    Bakers have trusted King Arthur Flour products in their kitchens for over 225 years and because of that trust we have issued this voluntary recall. This flour was milled at an ADM Milling facility in Buffalo, NY, and was distributed through retailers and distributors nationwide, and sold through our website, catalogue, and store in Norwich, VT.”

  • Udi’s Classic Hamburger Buns

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    Conagra Brands is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity (approx. 2,200 cases) of Udi’s Classic Hamburger Buns due to the potential presence of small pieces of white plastic. The company discovered the issue which occurred when a dough scraper was inadvertently incorporated into the production process for a small amount of the product. The specific product information is listed below. No other Udi’s or Conagra Brands products are impacted by this recall.

    Item Description Case UPC Item UPC Bag Closure Code

    UDI BUN CLSC BRGR 8/10.4Z 10-6-98997-80913-2 00-6-98997-80913-5 191971U

    The recalled product is sold in clear plastic bags and the UPC is located on the back of the bag in the lower right corner. The bag closure code can be found on the hard plastic closure for the bag. Co-opportunity Culver City does not carry this item, and Co-opportunity Santa Monica has not sold this item since April 2019. If you purchased the specified product from us, please do not consume it. We urge you to discard the product or return it to Co+opportunity for a refund.

  • Amy’s Kitchen Broccoli & Cheddar Bake

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    We have recently become aware that Amy’s Kitchen has initiated a limited, voluntary recall involving a single lot of Broccoli Cheddar Bake Bowls (single serving). Amy’s initiated this voluntary recall of a single lot of the Broccoli Cheddar Bake Bowls due to the possible presence of foreign material (visible black plastic). No other Amy’s Kitchen products or lots are impacted.

    Lot: #60-D129

    All of the potentially affected product has been removed from co-op shelves.
    If you purchased the specified product from us, please do not consume it. We urge you to discard the product or return it to Co+opportunity for a refund.

  • PROBAR Meal Bars

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    We have recently become aware that PROBAR has initiated a product recall involving select flavors and lots of Meal Bars. PROBAR initiated this voluntary recall of select flavors and lots of Meal bars due to the possible presence of undelcared milk and soy allergens. No other PROBAR products are affected.

    • LOT #29109 PROBAR: MEAL: Chocolate Coconut EXP APR 19 2020 | UPC: 853152100346

    • LOT #29123 PROBAR: MEAL: Chocolate Coconut EXP MAY 03 2020 | UPC: 853152100346

    • LOT #29119 PROBAR: MEAL: Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip EXP APR 29 2020 | UPC: 853152100322

    • LOT #29126 PROBAR: MEAL: Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip EXP MAY 06 2020 | UPC: 853152100322

    • LOT #29119 PROBAR: MEAL: Original Trail Mix EXP APR 29 2020 | UPC: 85315210001

    • LOT #29121 PROBAR: MEAL: Wholeberry Blast EXP MAY 01 2020 | UPC: 853152100025

    • LOT #29122 PROBAR: MEAL: Superfood Slam EXP MAY 02 2020 | UPC: 853152100070

    • Simply Real Bar (Canada) Chocolate Coconut LOT # and EXP “Best Before Meilleur Avant 20-MA 03-0634” UPC: 853152800666

    All of the potentially affected product has been removed from co-op shelves.
    If you purchased the specified products from us and have a dairy or soy allergy or sensitivity, please do not consume it. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk or soy may run the risk of a serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume the affected products. We urge you to discard the product or return it to Co+opportunity for a refund.