FDA Recall: GreenWise Organic IQF Frozen Blueberries for Possible E. Coli Contamination
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FDA Recall: GreenWise Organic IQF Frozen Blueberries for Possible E. Coli Contamination

GreenWise • July 06, 2026

GreenWise Organic Frozen Blueberries Recall for E. coli O145: What Publix Shoppers Need to Know

Urgent alert for Publix customers: One lot of GreenWise Organic IQF Frozen Blueberries is being recalled in eight states due to potential Escherichia coli (E. coli) O145 contamination. If the product listed below is in your freezer, do not consume it—return it to Publix for a full refund or discard it immediately.

Why were GreenWise Frozen Blueberries recalled for E. coli?

Supplier Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. issued the voluntary recall after health officials connected 12 confirmed illnesses (May 11–June 5, 2026) to the product. E. coli O145:H28 can cause severe stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea, and vomiting, and may lead to hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) in young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems.

GreenWise Frozen Blueberries recall: product details and lot code

  • Brand: GreenWise
  • Product: Organic IQF Frozen Blueberries
  • Package size: 10-ounce bag
  • Lot code: 60401 (printed on the back, lower-right corner)
  • Best-by date: February 9, 2028
  • Stores/States sold: Publix locations in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia

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What to do if you have the recalled GreenWise blueberries

  1. Locate and check any GreenWise Organic IQF Frozen Blueberries in your freezer for lot code 60401.
  2. If the lot matches, do not taste or cook the product—heat may not eliminate all pathogens.
  3. Return the bag (or a photo of the lot code) to any Publix customer-service desk for a full refund, or safely discard it in a sealed bag.
  4. Wash and sanitize all containers, utensils, and surfaces that may have contacted the frozen fruit.
  5. Seek medical advice if you experience severe or persistent gastrointestinal symptoms such as bloody diarrhea or dehydration.

Recall contact information

Consumers: Info.foodsafety@comfrut.com or 336-899-5612 (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. EST).
Media: Joshua Weiss — joshua.weiss@comfrut.com.

Official image of the recalled GreenWise blueberries

Front of GreenWise Organic IQF Frozen Blueberries 10-oz package
Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which lot of GreenWise Organic Frozen Blueberries is under recall?
Only 10-oz bags of GreenWise Organic IQF Frozen Blueberries with lot code 60401 and best-by date 02/09/2028 are affected.
2. Where were the recalled GreenWise blueberries sold?
The impacted lot shipped exclusively to Publix supermarkets in AL, FL, GA, KY, NC, SC, TN, and VA.
3. Have illnesses been linked to the GreenWise Frozen Blueberries recall?
Yes. Twelve E. coli O145 infections have been traced to the recalled blueberries, according to health officials.
4. Can I make recalled GreenWise blueberries safe by baking or boiling them?
No. Home cooking may not heat the product evenly enough to destroy E. coli O145; do not eat the recalled lot.
5. How do I obtain a refund for the GreenWise blueberry recall at Publix?
Return the product—or a clear photo of the bag showing lot code 60401—to any Publix customer-service counter for a full refund, no receipt required.
6. What symptoms should I watch for after eating the recalled GreenWise blueberries?
Monitor for severe abdominal cramps, bloody diarrhea, vomiting, and signs of dehydration within 2–8 days of exposure. Seek medical care if symptoms are severe or persistent.
7. Are any other GreenWise frozen fruit products included in this recall?
No. At this time, the recall is limited to the single lot (60401) of 10-oz GreenWise Organic IQF Frozen Blueberries.

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