Key takeaways
Affected Products: Over 22,000 pounds of ground beef from CS Beef Packers, LLC in Idaho, including Coarse Ground Beef, 73 L and Fire River Farms Classic Fine Ground Beef, with expiration dates 04/02/26 and 02/04/26.
Health Risks: Contamination with E. coli can cause fever, diarrhea, vomiting, and potentially life-threatening illness. Consumers are urged not to eat these products.
Consumer Action: Check freezers for recalled meat, dispose or return it to the retailer, and follow FSIS/CDC guidance to prevent health risks.
The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced a significant recall involving over 22,000 pounds of ground beef. This action comes in response to concerns about potential contamination with E. coli, a bacterium that can cause severe foodborne illness. The affected products were distributed by CS Beef Packers, LLC, based in Kuna, Idaho, and have reached consumers in California, Idaho, and Oregon. The FSIS is urging consumers to be vigilant and take necessary precautions.
Details of the Recalled Products
The recall specifically targets several products. These include cardboard boxes containing eight 10-pound cubes of “Coarse Ground Beef, 73 L” with box code 18601, marked with a “Best Before” date of 04/02/26. Additionally, boxes with four 10-pound cubes of Fire River Farms Classic Fine Ground Beef, with box codes 19583 and 19563, are also included. These products have expiration dates of 04/02/2026 and 02/04/26, respectively.