Nationwide Recalls on Cucumbers, Canned Beans and More

From pantry staples to seasonal produce, there are quite a few active recalls you should be aware of this month. These popular grocery items were sold in nationwide retailers like Albertsons, Kroger, Walmart, Wegmans and more, so be sure to check your kitchen for these recalled products. Here are the most recent recalls to know about.

Apple Juice

A recall on approximately 173,616 bottles of apple juice sold in 28 states was announced earlier this month, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This is due to a potential contamination with patulin, a mycotoxin that, when consumed in excess, can cause internal organ damage.

The popular juice product impacted is Martinelli Apple Juice sold in four-count packs of 10-ounce bottles. They have a UPC of “0 41244 04102 2” and have a best-by date of December 5, 2026. They were sold at retail locations in the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia and Wisconsin.

Check your apple juice immediately. Patulin is a toxic substance produced by molds that can grow on apples, so it is sometimes found in apple juice products, leading to contamination. If you are experiencing any signs of illness after drinking the recalled apple juice, talk to a health care provider as soon as possible. Call the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332) for questions about this recall.

Canned Beans 

There’s an active recall on canned beans sold nationwide due to an undeclared allergen, according to the FDA. The beans affected are 15-ounce cans of Yellowstone Brown Sugar Molasses Baked Beans with a best-by date of February 17, 2028. 

The recalled beans were sold at the following retailers: Associated Wholesale Grocers, K-VA-T Food Stores, Hy-Vee, Meijer and Walmart. If your beans match the recall information, return them to your place of purchase for a refund. They may contain soy, which is a common allergen that’s undeclared on the packaging. If you have a soy allergy and are showing symptoms of anaphylactic shock such as hives, swelling, trouble breathing, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dizziness or tightness of the throat after eating these beans, call 911 immediately.

Those with questions about this recall can contact Vietti Food Group by emailing recall@zwanfood.com or calling 513-682-2474 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT.

Cucumbers

Cucumbers are being recalled right now due to a multistate Salmonella outbreak. This recall affects cucumber products nationwide, including whole and sliced cucumbers sold at Walmart, sushi sold at Kroger, cucumber salads sold at Food Lion and more. If you have bought fresh cucumbers or ready-to-eat cucumber products lately, be sure to call your grocery store to be sure that their produce was not impacted by these recalls.

As of May 27, there are 26 total illnesses, including nine hospitalizations connected to this recall. The following states are directly impacted by an infection in this outbreak: Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia.

Signs of Salmonella infection (also known as salmonellosis) may not show for up to six days after consumption, and symptoms can last from four to seven days. Common symptoms of salmonellosis include fever, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Talk to a health care provider immediately if you’re experiencing any of these symptoms after recently eating a cucumber.

Pumpkin Seeds

There’s an active recall on pumpkin seeds sold in three states and across Canada, per the FDA and Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). This is due to a possible Salmonella contamination.

The pumpkin seeds impacted are Organic Traditions Jumbo Pumpkin Seeds. In Canada, they were sold in 227-gram packages with UPC “6 27733 00175 5” and printed code “L250212160” or “L250319170,” as well as in 454-gram packages with UPC “6 27733 00180 9” and printed code “L250319171.” Additionally, these seeds were sold in New Jersey, New York and Virginia with lot code “L250320200” and expiration date “05/02/2027” printed on the packaging.

Check your pumpkin seeds, and if they match the above recall information, dispose of them or return them to your place of purchase for a possible refund. For questions about this recall, contact the company at info@organictraditions.com. You can also contact the CFIA through their toll-free number at 1-800-442-2342 or by emailing information@inspection.gc.ca.

Soups

There are two soup recalls to know about right now. First, ready-to-eat chicken soups are being recalled, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service. This is due to mislabeling and an undeclared wheat allergen. 

The recalled chicken soups have the correct label “Signature SELECT Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice SOUP with White Meat Chicken” on the lid, but they are mistakenly labeled “Signature SELECT Chicken Corn CHOWDER with White Meat Chicken Smoke Flavor Added”  on the side of the cup. They were sold at Albertsons, Tom Thumb, Randalls, Safeway and Lucky stores in the following states: Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Louisiana, Montana, Nevada, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. The recalled products are 24-ounce cups featuring a best-by date of June 24, 2025 and lot code “8225 5100” printed on the bottom of the packaging.

Additionally, Wegmans announced that canned beef stews sold at the chain were recently recalled. These 20-ounce cans of Dinty Moore Beef Stew may contain wood pieces, which may cause a hazard to consumers. The impacted cans are labeled with a UPC of “000-37600-21583-1” and “Best By Feb. 2028 EST 199G T02045.”

Check your soups, and return any recalled items to your local grocery store. For questions about the ready-to-eat chicken soup recall, contact Albertsons’ communications manager Jessica Keener at media@albertsons.com. For the recalled beef stew, contact Wegmans Food Markets at 1-855-934-3663 from 8 a.m. through 9 p.m. EST.