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On May 19, 2025, the United States Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced that whole cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers Inc. are being recalled for salmonella contamination.
The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) and public health officials in several states are investigating a multistate salmonella outbreak linked to the produce item.
Fresh Start Produce Sales Inc. distributed these cucumbers between April 29, 2025, and May 19, 2025, to stores, restaurants, cruise ships, and other facilities across 15 states: Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
Whole Cucumbers Grown by Bedner Growers Inc.
- Product Name: Cucumbers may be labeled: “supers,” “selects,” or “plains.”
Notes: Cucumbers may have been sold individually or in smaller packages, and only some bear a label. Additionally, some cucumbers bear different information on the label, from the brand and product names to the best-by dates. - Dates Distributed: April 29, 2025 to May 19, 2025
- States Affected: Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
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As of May 20, officials believe the cucumbers have sickened 26 people, including nine hospitalizations. Of the 13 people interviewed thus far, 11 (85%) reported eating cucumbers.
According to the CDC, most people who contract a salmonella infection experience symptoms anywhere from six hours to six days after consuming the bacteria. Symptoms often include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. While most people tend to recover within a week without treatment, children under the age of 5 years, adults 65 years and older, and people with weakened immune systems are at high risk of more intense complications.
What to Do With Recalled Cucumbers
If you suspect you bought one of these affected cucumbers, toss them immediately. It’s unclear whether stores will be offering a refund at this point in time. The most important thing is to remove the item from your fridge and sanitize any surfaces or other items the affected produce item may have come in contact with.
you want to learn more about the signs and symptoms of salmonella, refer to the CDC’s informational page.
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