SunFed Whole Cucumbers Recalled Due to Salmonella Contamination

SunFed Produce LLC has announced a recall of whole fresh American cucumbers sold between October 12 and November 26, 2024, due to potential Salmonella contamination. “As soon as we learned of this issue, we immediately acted to protect consumers,” said Craig Slate, President of SunFed.

The recall affects cucumbers sold in multiple U.S. states, including Alaska, Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, and Texas, as well as Canadian provinces such as Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario. The recalled cucumbers were packaged in bulk cardboard containers labeled with the “SunFed” label, generic white boxes, or black plastic crates with a sticker indicating the grower, “Agrotato, S.A. de C.V.”

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) alerted SunFed to the issue after identifying salmonellosis cases linked to the cucumbers between October 12 and November 15, 2024. Salmonella contamination can cause serious illness, particularly in young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms of salmonellosis, such as fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain, typically appear within 6 hours to 6 days after exposure and last 4 to 7 days.

SunFed is working closely with authorities and has contacted all direct buyers to initiate the recall. The cucumbers were distributed to foodservice and retail outlets, potentially reaching consumers in states beyond the listed locations. No other SunFed products or farms are implicated in the recall.

Consumers are advised to take the following precautions:

1. Identify and Dispose: Check for whole fresh American cucumbers with a “SunFed” label or packaging indicating the grower, “Agrotato, S.A. de C.V.” Any identified recalled cucumbers should not be consumed, served, sold, or distributed and should be destroyed or discarded.
2. Sanitize Surfaces: Clean and sanitize any surfaces or utensils that may have come into contact with the recalled product to prevent cross-contamination.

Consumers who bought this product are urged to avoid consuming this product and seek medical attention if they experience any symptoms. If you believe you’ve been affected by this recall and are exploring legal options, contact Keep Food Safe for guidance and support on your next steps.