Russ Davis Wholesale, headquartered in Wadena, Minnesota, announced a recall on December 1, 2024, involving several products, including cucumbers and salad kits sold under the Crazy Fresh brand and others, due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recall impacts foodservice and retail customers across multiple states in the Midwest and Northern Plains, including Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
The affected products were packaged in clear plastic containers of varying sizes and can be identified by a seven-digit lot code preceded by an “X” on the top label. A detailed document with specific lot codes and product images is available, but consumers are urged to discard any potentially contaminated items they may have.
The contamination risk was traced to cucumbers sourced from Baloian Farms, processed and distributed by Russ Davis Wholesale. Baloian Farms issued its recall following notification from SunFed Produce, LLC, which had recalled cucumbers linked to Salmonella contamination. SunFed’s investigation traced the contamination to cucumbers supplied by Agrotato, S.A. de C.V., which may have caused salmonellosis cases reported between October 12 and November 15, 2024. Coordination with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed these findings.
Salmonella infections can result in severe illness, particularly in vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Symptoms, including fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain, typically develop within 6 hours to 6 days after exposure and may last 4 to 7 days. Fortunately, no illnesses linked to the recalled products have been reported to date.
Consumers are advised not to consume, sell, or distribute the recalled cucumbers. Affected products should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase for a refund. To prevent cross-contamination, thoroughly clean and sanitize any surfaces or utensils that may have come into contact with the cucumbers. If you have consumed the product and experience symptoms of salmonellosis, contact a healthcare provider immediately.
If you believe you’ve been impacted by this recall, you may be eligible for compensation. Contact Keep Food Safe for expert guidance on your next steps.
