"Walmart Recall: Marketside Celery Sticks Contaminated in 28 States"

Walmart Recalls Marketside Celery Sticks in 28 States

With 63% of Americans regularly choosing to do their grocery shopping at Walmart, it's no surprise that the major retailer is a popular choice for many. Offering a wide range of products from groceries to clothing to household items, Walmart has become a one-stop-shop for many consumers.

However, not all products sold at Walmart are safe for consumption. Recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that bags of Marketside Celery Sticks have been recalled after being sold at Walmart locations in 28 states. The recall was issued due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination in 1,587 cases of the celery.

Listeria monocytogenes is a type of bacteria that can cause Listeriosis, with symptoms ranging from fever and nausea to more severe outcomes like confusion and convulsions. While there have been no reports of illnesses linked to the recalled celery, the FDA is urging consumers to check their freezers for the affected product.

Identifying the Recalled Product

Consumers can identify the recalled Marketside Celery Sticks by checking for the following details:

• Product UPC code: 6 81131 16151 0
• Lot code: P047650
• Best If Used By date: 03/23/2025
• Size and packaging: 4 in/1.6 oz bundle packs

The celery sticks were sold in packs of four, and were distributed in 28 states across the country. While the affected products are no longer available in stores, consumers are advised to dispose of any remaining celery sticks that match the recall criteria.

Precautionary Advisory

Although there have been no reported illnesses linked to the recalled celery, the FDA is taking precautionary measures to ensure consumer safety. Customers who have purchased the affected product are advised not to consume it and to contact Duda Farm Fresh Foods for further information.

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