FDA, Walmart and Broccoli

Walmart broccoli sold in Texas labeled as deadly. See list of FDA recalls so far in 2025
Recalls on a brand of broccoli and chocolate from December were recently upgraded to Class I, the highest risk level issued by the agency.
Broccoli recall: FDA upgrades recall to ‘deadliest level’ for florets sold at Walmart in 20 states, throw out ASAP
The recall announced in January involves contaminated broccoli sold in 20 states. Here's everything you need to know
FDA recalls chocolate, chips and broccoli over potentially ‘deadly’ contamination risks
In recent weeks, several high-profile food recalls have sparked concerns over potential health risks linked to popular snack items and vegetables. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has classified several of these recalls as Class I,
Walmart broccoli recall: Was tainted food sold in Mississippi? FDA labels veggies deadly
Broccoli sold at Walmart in 20 states has been labeled potentially deadly in an update from the FDA. Was it sold in Mississippi? Here's what we know.
Walmart Broccoli Recall Elevated To FDA’s Deadliest Category—Here’s Why
Walmart’s Marketside Broccoli Florets recall has been upgraded to Class 1 due to Listeria risk. Check your freezer—Braga Fresh warns the product may still be in homes.
FDA upgrades recall for broccoli sold at Walmart in Michigan, 19 other states to highest risk level
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has upgraded the recall for broccoli sold at Walmart stores in 20 states to its most serious risk level more than one month after the recall was originally issued.
Chocolate recall: FDA warns about potentially deadly treats
On Dec. 12, 2024, Cal Yee Farm, a California-based company, announced a recall on a variety of products, including dark chocolate walnuts, apricots and yogurt-coated almonds, after the FDA discovered that they weren’t labeled properly.
Chocolate Recall Updated by FDA to ‘Deadly’ Risk—Here’s Why
Chocolate-covered nuts, apricots, and raisins recalled by Cal Yee Farm in December were given a Class 1 risk level by the FDA. A Class 1 recall notes that there is a “reasonable probability” that consumption “will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.” The snacks received the classification because they contained undeclared milk.
FDA upgrades recalled broccoli to highest level over possible Listeria contamination
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration upgraded the classification of recalled broccoli sold at Walmart originally issued in December to its highest recall category, according to the agency’s updated report.
Broccoli recall hits ‘deadly’ level: Here’s what to know.
The recall level has been elevated to the highest the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has, meaning the broccoli may potentially be deadly to susceptible individuals. According to an FDA press release,
Broccoli sold at Walmart potentially deadly, FDA says (sold in 20 states)
Broccoli sold in bags at Walmart, the nation’s largest retailer, has been labeled as deadly by the FDA due to potential Listeria contamination. The broccoli, bearing the brand name Braga Fresh, was sold at Walmart stores in 20 states as Marketside Broccoli Florets.
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