CLASS I Food recall · Reported 8 Dec 2021 · FDA Enforcement Report

Whole Yellow Onions recalled by Alsum Farms & Produce

Alsum Farms & Produce is recalling Whole Yellow Onions, distributed in Illinois, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin. The recall was initiated on 2 Nov 2021 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codes2 lb. bags, lot 049008, 099008, 109008, 119008, 149007 5 lb. bags, lot 099008, 109008, 119008

Quantity recalled19,111 bags

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-0226-2022
FDA event ID: 89043
Recalling firm: Alsum Farms & Produce, Friesland, WI
Classification: Class I
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: 2 Nov 2021
FDA classified: 30 Nov 2021
Reported: 8 Dec 2021
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by: E-Mail
Reason category: Salmonella
Product category: Onions

Timeline

2 Nov 2021	Recall initiated by company
30 Nov 2021	Classified by FDA	+28 days
8 Dec 2021	Published in enforcement report	+8 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

Onions are being recalled by Keeler Family Farms due to potential Salmonella contamination.

Salmonella causes fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps, usually 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Most people recover without treatment, but severe cases can need hospital care.

Product as listed by the FDA

Alsum Farms & Produce Whole Yellow Onions packaged in 3 lbs. (1.36kg) UPC 39186-60002 and 5 lbs. (2.27kg) UPC 39186-60003 bags. Produce of Mexico. Packed by Alsum Farms & Product, Inc., Friesland, WI 53935.

Where it was distributed

IL, MI, PA, WI

Illinois Michigan Pennsylvania Wisconsin

Questions about this recall

Why was it recalled?

Onions are being recalled by Keeler Family Farms due to potential Salmonella contamination.

Which lots are affected?

2 lb. bags, lot 049008, 099008, 109008, 119008, 149007 5 lb. bags, lot 099008, 109008, 119008

Where was it sold?

IL, MI, PA, 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 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 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.

Other products in this recall event

2 other products · FDA event 89043

This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is Whole Red onions recalled by Alsum Farms & Produce.

Reported	Class	Recall	Company	Reason	Where
8 Dec 2021	CLASS I	Whole Red onions recalled by Alsum Farms & Produce	Alsum Farms & Produce	Salmonella	4 states
8 Dec 2021	CLASS I	Whole White Onions recalled by Alsum Farms & Produce	Alsum Farms & Produce	Salmonella	4 states

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