CLASS II Food recall · Reported 20 Nov 2024 · FDA Enforcement Report
Westby Cheese Curds recalled by Westby Cooperative Creamery
Westby Cooperative Creamery is recalling Westby Cheese Curds, distributed in Wisconsin. The recall was initiated on 29 Sep 2024 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
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-0124-2025
- FDA event ID
- 95452
- Recalling firm
- Westby Cooperative Creamery, Westby, WI
- Brand
- Westby
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 29 Sep 2024
- FDA classified
- 8 Nov 2024
- Reported
- 20 Nov 2024
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Telephone
- Reason category
- E. coli
- Product category
- Cheese
Timeline
| 29 Sep 2024 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 8 Nov 2024 | Classified by FDA | +40 days |
| 20 Nov 2024 | Published in enforcement report | +12 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Cheese curds may be contaminated with generic E. coli.
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
Westby Cheese Curds, UPC 7 50388-30105 2. Keep Refrigerated. No Added Preservatives. Manufactured by Westby Cooperative Creamery, Westby, WI 54667. White, Yellow, and Mixed Curds are packaged in 12 oz. (340g) bags or in 10 lb. bulk boxes.
Where it was distributed
WI
Questions about this recall
Is Westby Cheese Curds recalled?
Yes. Westby Cooperative Creamery recalled Westby Cheese Curds on 29 Sep 2024. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number F-0124-2025.
Why was it recalled?
Cheese curds may be contaminated with generic E. coli.
Which lots are affected?
Sell By Date: 11-26-24 on bulk container and Expiration Date of 11-26-24 on 12 oz bags.
Where was it sold?
WI
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 II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
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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