The CDC has reported 24 cases of E. coli 0121 in 15 states. Symptoms of the illness include mild to severe diarrhea and abdominal cramps. Blood is often seen in the stool. Usually little or no fever is present. Although most healthy adults can recover completely within 5-10 days, certain individuals can develop a complication called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) which can cause the kidneys to fail. HUS is most likely to occur in young children and the elderly. The condition could lead to serious kidney damage and even death.
While Rich Products is unaware of any illnesses associated with the products included in the expanded recall, its unwavering safety commitment to its customers caused it to take this action.
“When it became apparent to us that, despite the expertise of the USDA, the FDA, the scientific community and our own experts, identification of a specific cause was not going to be a simple or short process, we decided to act proactively to expand the recall,” said Bill Gisel, Rich’s President and Chief Executive Officer.
Mr. Gisel added that Rich’s will continue to cooperate fully with federal, state and local agencies investigating this situation.
Specific product information is as follows:
Foodservice Products
The production date range for these products is: Julian Dates 15821182 to 15823088.
| Product Code | Product Description | Julian Dates | UPC Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65232 | Farm Rich Whole Grain Rich Pepperoni Pizzata 10/2.5lb | 15821182 - 15823088 | 10041322652321 |
| 65233 | Farm Rich 1 oz. Better For You Pizza Dipper 5/5lb. | 15821182 - 15823088 | 10041322652338 |
| 65234 | Farm Rich Turkey Pizzata 9/3lb. | 15821182 - 15823088 | 00041322652348 |
| 65265 | Farm Rich 2 oz. Stuffed Crust Pizza Dippers 2 oz.10/2.7lb. | 15821182 - 15823088 | 10041322652659 |
| 65268 | Farm Rich 1 oz. Stuffed Crust Pizza Dippers 1/25lb. | 15821182 - 15823088 | 10041322652680 |
| 65278 | Farm Rich 2 oz. Better For You Pizza Dipper 2oz. 10/2.7lb. | 15821182 - 15823088 | 00041322652782 |
| 65282 | Pepperoni Pizzata 1/24.75lb. | 15821182 - 15823088 | 00041322652829 |
| 65292 | Farm Rich Handheld Stuffed Pepperoni Pleezer 10/2.57lb. | 15821182 - 15823088 | 10041322652925 |
| 65302 | BBQ Chicken Sandwich Melt 10/2.5lb. | 15821182 - 15823088 | 00041322653024 |
| 65303 | Meatball Marinara Sandwich Melt 10/2.5lb | 15821182 - 15823088 | 00041322653031 |
Consumer Brands Products
| Product Code | Product Description | Julian Dates | UPC Code | Case Code | Best By Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32521 | Farm Rich Mozzarella Bites 44 oz. cartons | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 32521 1 | 1 00 41322 32521 8 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 32522 | Farm Rich Mozzarella Bites 44oz. cartons | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 32521 1 | 1 00 41322 32522 5 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 36450 | Farm Rich Mozzarella Bites 22 oz bags | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 37813 2 | 1 00 41322 36450 7 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 36633 | Farm Rich Pizza Slices 22 oz. bags | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 35603 1 | 1 00 41322 36633 4 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 36450 | Farm Rich Mozzarella Bites 22 oz. bags | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 37433 1 | 1 00 41322 36450 7 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 37455 | Farm Rich Mozzarella Bites 2 lb. cartons | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 37455 4 | 1 00 41322 37455 1 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 35611 | Farm Rich Mini Quesadillas 20 oz. bags | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 35611 6 | 1 00 41322 35611 3 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 35618 | Farm Rich Philly Cheese Steaks 21 oz. bags | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 35618 5 | 1 00 41322 35618 2 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 35622 | Farm Rich Mini Bacon Cheeseburgers 21 oz. bags | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 35622 2 | 1 00 41322 35622 9 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 35631 | Farm Rich Mini Quesadillas 18 oz. bags | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 35611 6 | 1 00 41322 35631 1 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 35633 | Farm Rich Mini Pizza Slices 22 oz. bags | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 35603 1 | 1 00 41322 35633 5 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 37433 | Farm Rich Mozzarella Bites 22 oz. bags | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 37813 2 | 1 00 41322 37433 9 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 55312 | Schwan's Mini Meatball Sandwiches 1 lb. bags | 3G1182XXXX - 3G3088XXXX | 0 72180 55312 6 | 1 00 72180 55312 3 | N/A |
| 61008 | Schwan's Baked Mozzarella Bites 22 oz. bags | 3G1182XXXX - 3G3088XXXX | 0 72180 61008 9 | 1 00 72180 61008 6 | N/A |
| 35635 | Farm Rich Mini Quesadillas 18 oz. bags | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 35635 2 | 1 00 41322 35635 9 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 35643 | Farm Rich Mini Pizza Slices 22 oz. bags | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 35643 7 | 1 00 41322 35643 4 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 37690 | Farm Rich Mini Pizza Slices 7.2 oz. cartons | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 37690 9 | 1 00 41322 37690 6 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 35634 | Farm Rich Philly Cheese Steaks 21 oz. bags | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 35634 5 | 1 00 41322 35634 2 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 37443 | Farm Rich Mozzarella Bites 22 oz. bags | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 37443 1 | 1 00 41322 37443 8 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 37691 | Farm Rich Mozzarella Bites 7 oz. cartons | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 37691 6 | 1 00 41322 37691 3 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
| 80435 | Market Day Mozzarella Bites 22 oz. cartons | 15821182 - 15823088 | 0 41322 80435 8 | 1 00 41322 80435 5 | Jan. 1, 2013 – Sept. 29, 2014 |
The products were distributed nationwide to Retail Stores and select Foodservice Distribution Customers.
Rich’s has already notified all of its distributors and customers who have received the product in question, and has directed them to remove and destroy the affected product. All other affected product under Rich’s control has been quarantined and will be destroyed. Rich’s has previously filed with the Reportable Food Registry, ICSR #1029392. A new Reportable Food Registry filing has been made, ICSR # 1029453 and is linked to the original report.
Customers who have purchased these products and have any questions should contact Consumer Relations at 1-888-220-5955 24 hours, 7-days per week, or visit our website at farmrich.com.
*Note to editors: The products in this recall only pertain to the Waycross, Ga. Facility. This recall does NOT include the following Farm Rich products: Mozzarella Sticks, Jalapeño Peppers, Marinara Stuffed Mozzarella Sticks, Mushrooms, Stuffed Pretzel Bites, Queso Cheese Bites, Pepper Bites, Onion Rings and all varieties of Meatballs and French Toast Sticks (These products are manufactured in different facilities that are not affected by the recall).
