Publix Expands Recall of GreenWise Frozen Berries Over E. Coli Concerns
The recall covers all lots of select GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries and Mixed Berries across eight states.
4 reports on this incident · first at Aug 16, 2026, 11:54 p.m. ET
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Aug 17, 2026, 12:06 a.m. ET
12 Illnesses Reported in Connection with Recalled GreenWise Frozen Berries
Twelve illnesses, including four hospitalizations, have been reported in connection with an outbreak linked to recalled GreenWise frozen berries, according to rd.com. No deaths have been reported.
The FDA is continuing to investigate the source of the contamination. The recall covers all lots of GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries in 10-ounce and 48-ounce packages, as well as GreenWise Organic Whole Mixed Berries in 10-ounce and 48-ounce packages. The items were distributed to Publix locations in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia.
The products were recalled due to concerns about potential E. coli contamination. Symptoms of E. coli foodborne illness include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, fever, nausea and vomiting. Customers who purchased the recalled berries are being urged not to eat them, and should either throw them away or return them to Publix for a full refund.
Aug 17, 2026, 12:00 a.m. ET
Publix Recalls GreenWise Frozen Berries Over E. Coli Concerns
The FDA is continuing to investigate the source of contamination following a recall of GreenWise frozen berry products sold at Publix locations in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia, according to reporting by rd.com. The recall affects all lots of GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries in 10-ounce and 48-ounce packages, as well as GreenWise Organic Whole Mixed Berries in 10-ounce and 48-ounce packages. The recall was initiated due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with E. coli. According to rd.com, 12 illnesses have been connected to the outbreak, including four hospitalizations, and no deaths have been reported. Symptoms of E. coli foodborne illness include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, fever, nausea, and vomiting. Customers who purchased the recalled berries are urged not to eat them. According to rd.com, consumers should either throw the products away or return them to Publix for a full refund.
Aug 16, 2026, 11:54 p.m. ETFirst report
Publix Recalls GreenWise Frozen Berries Due to Potential E. Coli Contamination
Publix is recalling certain GreenWise frozen berry products over concerns that they may be contaminated with E. coli. According to rd.com, 12 illnesses have been connected to the outbreak, including four hospitalizations, and no deaths have been reported. The situation is developing, and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is continuing to investigate the source of the contamination.
The recall covers all lots of four products: GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries in 10-ounce and 48-ounce packages, and GreenWise Organic Whole Mixed Berries in 10-ounce and 48-ounce packages. The affected items were distributed to Publix locations in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
E. coli foodborne illness symptoms include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, fever, nausea, and vomiting, rd.com reported. Customers who purchased the recalled berries are urged not to eat them, and should instead throw them away or return them to Publix for a full refund.
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