CLASS I Food recall · Reported 18 Dec 2024 · FDA Enforcement Report
Vegetable Medley recalled by 4 Earth Farms formerly Mcl
4 Earth Farms formerly Mcl Fresh is recalling Vegetable Medley, distributed in 8 states. The recall was initiated on 18 Nov 2024 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.
Check your package
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
Recall details
- Recall number
- F-0273-2025
- FDA event ID
- 95803
- Recalling firm
- 4 Earth Farms formerly Mcl Fresh, Commerce, CA
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 18 Nov 2024
- FDA classified
- 11 Dec 2024
- Reported
- 18 Dec 2024
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- E. coli
- Product category
- Ready Meals
Timeline
| 18 Nov 2024 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 11 Dec 2024 | Classified by FDA | +23 days |
| 18 Dec 2024 | Published in enforcement report | +7 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
potential contamination with E. coli O121:H19
Some strains of E. coli, such as O157:H7, produce a toxin that can cause severe stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea and, in a small number of cases, kidney failure.
Product as listed by the FDA
Vegetable Medley; Broccoli, Cauliflower, Carrots. Washed and ready to prepare; Perishable keep refrigerated. NET WT 32 OZ (2 LB) 907g DISTRIBUTED BY: Walmart Inc., Bentonville, AR 78716
Where it was distributed
The firm distributed to seven (7) direct account consignees. Five(5) of those were distribution centers, two (2) were direct retail locations. States include NH, FL, CA, PA, MN, IL, NC, OH, PA,
CaliforniaFloridaIllinoisMinnesotaNorth CarolinaNew HampshireOhioPennsylvania
Stores named: Walmart
Questions about this recall
Is Vegetable Medley recalled?
Yes. 4 Earth Farms formerly Mcl Fresh recalled Vegetable Medley on 18 Nov 2024. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0273-2025.
Why was it recalled?
potential contamination with E. coli O121:H19
Which lots are affected?
SKU# 46413
Where was it sold?
The firm distributed to seven (7) direct account consignees. Five(5) of those were distribution centers, two (2) were direct retail locations. States include NH, FL, CA, PA, MN, IL, NC, OH, PA,
What should I do if I have it?
Do not eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away. If you have symptoms after eating it, contact a doctor.
What does Class I mean?
Class I is the most serious FDA recall category: there is a reasonable probability that using the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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