PSA: Frozen Blueberries Recalled Across 8 States After 12…

Publix has issued a recall for 10-ounce bags of GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries due to E. coli contamination linked to reported digestive illnesses. The specific lot affected is 60401, with a best-by date of February 9, 2028, distributed across eight states including Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. Customers are advised to discard the recalled bags or return them for a full refund. Currently, there are 12 confirmed cases of E. coli O145 associated with the blueberries. The recall was initiated to ensure food safety as investigations continue.

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Sean Abrams

Sun, July 5, 2026 at 12:00 PM UTC

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Frozen fruit has a longstanding history of disappearing into the back of the freezer, which means Publix shoppers may want to double-check any bags they already have at home.

A new recall covers 10-ounce bags of GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries produced by Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. The affected packages were distributed to Publix stores across eight states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia.

Only one production lot is included, and shoppers should look for lot code 60401 and a best-by date of February 9, 2028. Publix is also advising customers to return or throw away affected GreenWise frozen blueberries purchased on or before July 3, 2026. They also emphasize that no other lot numbers or best-by dates are included in the recall.

The company initiated the recall after learning about reports of "digestive illnesses" among people who'd eaten the blueberries in question. As of now, there are twelve confirmed cases of E. coli O145 reported between May 11 and June 5.

Organic whole blueberries packaged in a resealable bag.

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The recall on the Publix website states that " E. coli O145 is a Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) that can cause illness characterized by severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (which may be bloody), and vomiting. While most healthy individuals recover within a week, some infections may result in a serious complication known as hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), particularly in young children, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems."

Because frozen blueberries are so easy to keep around for smoothies, baking, and quick summer desserts, the affected bags could still be tucked away in shoppers' homes. Naturally, that means anyone with a bag matching the recalled lot shouldn't eat the berries, and should either throw them away or bring them to their place of purchase for a full refund.

The supplier has told businesses that received the product to pull it from inventory and stop further distribution while it works with regulators and retail partners.

"Food safety remains a top priority for Frutas y Hortalizas S.A.," the notice states, adding that the company is investigating the source of the finding and will share more information as it becomes available.

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PSA: Frozen Blueberries Recalled Across 8 States After 12 E. Coli Illnesses