SunOpta recalls Dakota Style Ranch sunflower kernel products from May 31, 2015 to January 31, 2016 due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers should check product dates and contact SunOpta for details.
SunOpta is recalling sunflower kernel products that have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. EXPANDED 5/18/2016 SunOpta expanded their recall of roasted sunflower kernel products to include the production dates of February 20 - April 26, 2016 due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. 2nd EXPANSION 5/31/2016 SunOpta expanded their recall to include product produced at their Crookston, MN facility, still within expiry, to include the production dates of May 31, 2015 thru January 31, 2016
SunOpta is recalling Dakota Style Ranch sunflower kernel products produced between May 31, 2015 and January 31, 2016 because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. This bacteria can cause serious illness, especially in pregnant women, newborns, and the elderly.
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause serious infections, including meningitis and sepsis. It is particularly dangerous for pregnant women, newborns, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems, as it can lead to severe complications or death.
Pregnant women, newborns, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk from Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Anyone who purchased the recalled Dakota Style Ranch sunflower kernel products during the specified production dates is affected.
Check for the product name 'Dakota Style Ranch sunflower kernel' in 50 lb. plain bags. Look for the production dates between May 31, 2015 and January 31, 2016, and the lot number 8K5M18.
Review the production dates on the bag to confirm if they fall between May 31, 2015 and January 31, 2016.
Reach out to SunOpta directly for further instructions or to confirm if your product is part of the recall.
The product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, which can cause serious illness. Do not consume the recalled products until you confirm they are safe.
Check for the product name 'Dakota Style Ranch sunflower kernel' in 50 lb. plain bags with production dates between May 31, 2015 and January 31, 2016 and lot number 8K5M18.
Contact SunOpta directly for instructions on how to handle the product, as they may provide a remedy.
We’ve drafted a message you can send SunOpta to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-2263-2016 — SunOpta SunOpta Hello, I own a SunOpta that is covered by recall F-2263-2016 from SunOpta. 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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