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Food recall · FDA · Published November 21, 2020

Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc recalls Dole" Organic Romaine Hearts 3pk Organic Biologique) (UPC 0-71430-90061-1), Wild Harvest Organic Romaine Hearts, Net Wt

Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc recalls organic romaine hearts due to pathogenic non-O157 E. coli STEC detected in routine sampling. Consumers should avoid using these products.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #F-0144-2021FoodDole ›
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Recalling firmDole Fresh Vegetables Inc2959 Salinas Hwy, N/A · Monterey, CA 93940-6400
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What happened, in plain English

Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc is recalling organic romaine hearts that were found to contain pathogenic non-O157 E. coli STEC bacteria. This recall is important because consuming these products could lead to foodborne illness. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/15009-dole-organic-romaine-hearts-recall-pathogenic-e-coli-stec-found.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/15009-dole-organic-romaine-hearts-recall-pathogenic-e-coli-stec-found · Updated October 4, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #F-0144-2021

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“Dole Organic Romaine Hearts Recall: Pathogenic E. coli STEC Found.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/15009-dole-organic-romaine-hearts-recall-pathogenic-e-coli-stec-found. Based on FDA recall #F-0144-2021 (https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22F-0144-2021%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

Pathogenic non-O157 E. coli STEC bacteria were detected in routine sampling by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. These bacteria can cause foodborne illness, including stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting. While the risk is low, consuming contaminated products may lead to illness, especially in vulnerable populations.

Who’s affected

Anyone who purchased Dole Organic Romaine Hearts 3pk Organic Biologique (UPC 0-71430-90061-1) or Wild Harvest Organic Romaine Hearts (UPC 7-11535-50201-2) between October 23-26, 2020. Children and elderly individuals are at higher risk for foodborne illness.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the following: Dole Organic Romaine Hearts 3pk Organic Biologique (UPC 0-71430-90061-1) or Wild Harvest Organic Romaine Hearts (UPC 7-11535-50201-2). Products were harvested between October 23-26, 2020, with lot numbers 20OFIHOM17C297 and 20OFIHOM17C300.

  • Brand
    Dole
  • Product
    Dole" Organic Romaine Hearts 3pk Organic Biologique) (UPC 0-71430-90061-1), Wild Harvest Organic Romaine Hearts, Net Wt
  • Category
    Food
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Stop Using Now

    Discard any recalled romaine hearts immediately to avoid potential foodborne illness.

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Questions people ask

What products are being recalled?

Dole Organic Romaine Hearts 3pk Organic Biologique (UPC 0-71430-90061-1) and Wild Harvest Organic Romaine Hearts (UPC 7-11535-50201-2) harvested between October 23-26, 2020.

What is the hazard?

Pathogenic non-O157 E. coli STEC bacteria were found during routine sampling by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.

How can I check if my product is recalled?

Check the UPC and lot numbers on the product label. Recalled products have UPC 0-71430-90061-1 or 7-11535-50201-2 with lot numbers 20OFIHOM17C297 or 20OFIHOM17C300.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send Dole to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall F-0144-2021 — Dole Dole" Organic Romaine Hearts 3pk Organic Biologique) (UPC 0-71430-90061-1), Wild Harvest Organ

Hello,

I own a Dole" Organic Romaine Hearts 3pk Organic Biologique) (UPC 0-71430-90061-1), Wild Harvest Organic Romaine Hearts, Net Wt that is covered by recall F-0144-2021 from Dole.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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  • Official source: FDA Recall #F-0144-2021 (November 21, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for F-0144-2021 to see it in context.
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