Karmactive StaffA New York company has recalled frozen vegetables sold in seven states after testing found possible Listeria contamination. Health officials warn consumers to check their freezers immediately for the affected products.
Endico Potatoes Inc. has pulled two of its frozen vegetable products – Peas and Carrots and Mixed Vegetables – from store shelves following positive Listeria tests during sampling by Pennsylvania state officials. The recall affects products distributed between July 18 and August 4, 2025, in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Maryland, Washington D.C., and Florida.
No illnesses have been reported so far, but Listeria can cause serious health problems, especially for vulnerable groups like pregnant women, older adults, young children, and people with weakened immune systems.
The recalled products come in 2.5-pound clear plastic bags with the Endico label clearly visible. Consumers should check for specific lot codes printed on the sides of the bags:
- Peas and Carrots: Lot 110625, Production Date 6/11/25, Use By Date 6/10/27
- Mixed Vegetables: Lot 170625, Production Date 6/17/25, Use By Date 6/16/27
Listeria infection symptoms can include fever, muscle aches, headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. The bacteria poses particular risks to pregnant women, as it can cause miscarriages and stillbirths.
“The recall was the result of sampling done by the state of Pennsylvania at one of our distributors which revealed that the finished products tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes,” states the FDA alert. “The company has ceased distribution of the product as FDA and the company continue their investigation as to what caused the problem.”
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Listeria monocytogenes is generally transmitted when food is harvested, processed, prepared, packed, transported, or stored in environments contaminated with the bacteria, according to the FDA.
The FDA is monitoring the situation while Endico investigates the source of contamination. The company has halted further distribution of the products during this investigation.
Anyone who purchased these products should not eat them and should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions can contact Endico Potatoes Inc. at 1-800-431-1398.
Food recalls typically follow a standardized process where companies voluntarily remove products from distribution when testing reveals potential health hazards. The FDA reviews the recall strategy, evaluates the health risks, monitors the recall progress, and alerts the public as needed.
Frozen foods can remain in freezers for months or years, making it important to check for recalled items. When in doubt about a product’s safety, the best approach is to follow public health guidance about potentially affected items.
Consumers seeking additional information about this recall or other food safety alerts can visit the FDA’s Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts section on their website for the latest updates and guidance.
