Newburgh, NY-based Solata Foods LLC has issued a recall for their “Fresh Spinach” products due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes (“Listeria”). Listeria is a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems.
Background
Routine sampling by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Market Food Inspectors uncovered the contamination. Additional analysis confirmed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes.
In response to this finding, Solata Foods LLC has suspended production of the affected products.
Product Details
The recall affects multiple sizes of fresh spinach packages distributed to local retail stores. Consumers should look for lot numbers #40606 and #11006, with expiration dates of 6/20/24 and 6/24/24 stamped on the packaging. The full list of recalled products can be seen below:
| Product Code Comm: | Size Code: | Type Code: | Brand Code: | UPC Code |
| Greens Solata Spinach 10x9Bag | 10x9Bag | Solata | 854311007391 | |
| Greens Gaia Organic Spring Mix 6×1.7Clam | 6×1.7Clam. | Organic | Gaia | 850039434075 |
| Greens Gaia Organic Spring Mix 6×1.7Clam | 6×1.7Clam. | Organic | Gaia | 850039434082 |
| Greens Full Circle Organic Spring Mix 6x10Clam | 6x10Clam. | Organic | Full Circle | 036800490529 |
| Greens Full Circle Organic Baby Spinach 6x10Clam | 6x10Clam | Organic | Full Circle | 036800490512 |
| Greens Solata 5050 6x10Clam | 6x10Clam | Solata | 850021494766 | |
| Greens Solata Baby Spinach 6x10Clam | 6x10Clam | Solata | 85002149475 | |
| Greens Solata Spring Mix 6x10Clam | 6x10Clam | Solata | 85002149475 | |
| Greens Gaia Organic Baby Spinach 6x10Clam | 6x10Clam | Organic | Gaia | 850021494837 |
| Greens Gaia Organic Spring Mix 6x10Clam | 6x10Clam | Organic | Gaia | 850021494858 |
| Greens Gaia Organic 5050 6x10Clam | 6x10Clam | Organic | Gaia | 850021494827 |
| Greens Full Circle Organic Baby Spinach 6x16Clam | 6x16Clam | Organic | Full Circle | 036800288251 |
| Greens Full Circle Organic Spring Mix 6x16Clam | 6x16Clam | Organic | Full Circle | 036800288744 |
| Greens Farmer Direct Organic Chopped Kale Spinach 6x9Bag | 6x9Bag | Organic | Farmer Direct | 854311007377 |
| Greens Uncle Vinny’s Savoy Spinach 8x10Bag | 8x10Bag | Uncle Vinny’s | 804879442769 | |
| Greens Gaia Organic Baby Spinach 8x45Clam | 8x45Clam | Organic | Gaia | 850021494964 |
| Greens Gaia Organic Spring Mix 8x45Clam | 8x45Clam | Organic | Gaia | 850021494971 |
| Greens Gaia Organic Power Greens 8x45Clam | 8x45Clam | Organic | Gaia | 850021494889 |
| Greens Gaia Organic 50/50 Blend 8x45Clam | 8x45Clam | Organic | Gaia | 850021494919 |
| Greens Gaia Organic 50/50 8x45Clam | 8x45Clam | Organic | Gaia | 850021494957 |
| Greens Gaia Organic Spring Mix Herb 8x45Clam | 8x45Clam | Organic | Gaia | 850021494896 |
| Greens Full Circle Organic 5050 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Organic | Full Circle | 036800341562 |
| Greens Full Circle Organic Baby Spinach 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Organic | Full Circle | 036800179899 |
| Greens Full Circle Organic Spring Mix 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Organic | Full Circle | 036800179882 |
| Greens Full Circle Organic Power Greens 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Organic | Full Circle | 036800388758 |
| Greens Solata 50/50 Blend 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Solata | 854311007070 | |
| Greens Solata Baby Spinach 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Solata | 854311007001 | |
| Greens Solata Power Greens 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Solata | 854311007056 | |
| Greens Solata Spring Mix 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Solata | 854311007032 | |
| Greens Solata Spring Mix Herb 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Solata | 854311007063 | |
| Greens Uncle Vinny’s 50/50 Blend 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Uncle Vinny’s | 804879525158 | |
| Greens Uncle Vinny’s Power Greens 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Uncle Vinny’s | 804879503095 | |
| Greens Uncle Vinny’s Spring Mix 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Uncle Vinny’s | 804879133414 | |
| Greens Solata 50/50 Blend 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Solata | 854311007087 | |
| Greens Uncle Vinny’s 5050 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Uncle Vinny’s | 804879525165 | |
| Greens Uncle Vinny’s Spring Mix Herb 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Uncle Vinny’s | 804879459965 | |
| Greens Uncle Vinny’s Baby Spinach 8x5Clam | 8x5Clam | Uncle Vinny’s | 804879133438 | |
| Greens Solata Spinach 9x9Bag | 9x9Bag | Solata | 854311007391 | |
| Greens Uncle Vinny’s Savoy Spinach 9x9Bag | 9x9Bag | Uncle Vinny’s | 804879442769 | |
| Greens Bogopa Spinach 9x9Bag | 9x9Bag | Bogopa | 819964014695 | |
| Greens Bulk Spring Mix 2×1.5 | 2×1.5 BAGS | Bulk | 40606 AND 11006 |
Consumer Action
Consumers are advised to check their refrigerators for any potentially affected spinach products. If found, these should not be consumed even if they look or smell safe to eat.
Consumers who have purchased any of the recalled spinach items may return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
For further information or concerns, consumers can contact Solata Foods LLC directly at (845) 393-0089.
Health Risks
While no illnesses have been reported to date, the potential health risks are significant. Those who have already eaten the recalled spinach and are experiencing symptoms should seek medical attention promptly.
Listeriosis is an infection that causes fever, gastrointestinal symptoms, and muscle aches and is caused by the consumption of food contaminated by bacterium Listeria monocytogenes. Unlike other strains of bacteria, listeria multiplies in foods stored in the refrigerator. Pasteurization and thorough cooking are the most effective methods of killing the bacteria and preventing infection.
Commenting on this story, one national food safety attorney said, “This recall highlights the crucial role of regular inspections and testing in protecting public health. Consumers should not hesitate to return or discard products that may pose a risk to their health.”
