Frozen Organic Blueberries Recalled Across Eight States Following E. Coli Outbreak

A voluntary product recall has been initiated for a specific lot of frozen organic blueberries distributed across eight states. The action comes after 12 confirmed cases of illness were linked to the product.

The recall specifically affects 10-ounce packages of GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries produced by the Chilean supplier Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A.. The affected inventory was shipped to retail major grocery stores throughout the following states:

• Alabama

• Florida

• Georgia

• Kentucky

• North Carolina

• South Carolina

• Tennessee

• Virginia

Identifying the Recalled Product

Consumers are urged to check their freezers for the specific lot involved in the recall. The affected packages can be identified by the following packaging details:

• Product Name: GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries

• Package Size: 10 oz.

• Lot Code: 60401

• Best By Date: February 9, 2028

No other lot numbers or best-by dates are included in this recall notice. However, as a precaution, retail management is advising customers to return or discard any frozen GreenWise blueberry products purchased on or before July 3, 2026.

Health Risks and Outbreak Details

The recall was triggered following reports of 12 confirmed cases of digestive illness between May 11, 2026, and June 5, 2026. Laboratory testing linked the illnesses to infections from Escherichia coli O145:H28 (E. coli O145).

E. coli O145 is a Shiga toxin-producing strain of the bacteria that can cause severe gastrointestinal distress. Symptoms typically include severe stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea, which may become bloody. While most healthy individuals recover fully within a week, the infection poses a risk of a serious complication known as hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). HUS can cause kidney failure and is particularly dangerous for young children, older adults, and individuals with compromised immune systems.

Consumer Action Required

Anyone currently holding a package matching the specified lot number is instructed not to consume the fruit. The product should be thrown away immediately or returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Downstream commercial distributors and retail locations have been instructed to isolate any remaining inventory from the lot and halt further distribution immediately while an investigation into the source of the contamination continues.