SunFed recalls cucumbers in US and Canada due to potential salmonella contamination
Associated PressDec 07, 2024
SunFed Recalls Cucumbers as FDA Probes Salmonella Outbreak
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Above: Whole fresh American cucumber. Image copyright: Unsplash
The Facts
Arizona-based SunFed Produce has recalled all sizes of whole fresh American cucumbers sold between Oct. 12 and Nov. 26 after 68 people across 19 states became ill with salmonella infections.
The recalled cucumbers, grown by Agrotato S.A. de C.V. in Sonora, Mexico, were distributed to 26 US states and five Canadian provinces through various retailers, including Walmart, Wegmans, and Albertsons.
Of the 33 people interviewed by health officials, 27 (82%) reported eating cucumbers before becoming ill. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday that 18 individuals were hospitalized, and no deaths have been reported.
The Spin
Establishment-critical narrative
The widespread distribution across multiple states and provinces and the high percentage of cases linked to cucumber consumption indicate potential systemic issues in the supply chain and food safety protocols that need to be addressed.
