Bidart Bros. Granny Smith, Gala and Caramel Apples Recall
In recent weeks, certain brands of prepackaged caramel apples have been causing illness and some deaths due to listeria contamination. After investigations, the FDA and CDC have linked the nationwide listeria outbreak to Bidart Brothers in Bakersfield, CA. The recall has now expanded and is no longer limited to caramel apples.
Bidart Bros. have now recalled all of their Granny Smith, Gala and Caramel Apples. Consumers should not eat any of the apples being recalled by Bidart Bros. The apples have been sold under the brand names of Big B and Granny’s Best but could also be sold under other brand names, or no name at all.
If you have recently purchased any Granny Smith or Gala apples, ask the retailer if the apples were supplied by Bidart Bros. Other varieties of apples and apples from other growers are not affected by this recall.
Click here to read a complete report by the FDA – FDA Investigates Listeria monocytogenes Illnesses Linked to Caramel Apples. This report discusses symptoms of Listeriosis, products being recalled and who should be contacted if you have purchased the affected apples. Recommendations for preventing listeriosis are available at CDC – Listeria Prevention.
You can also read Bidart Brothers statement regarding the apple recall Bidart Bros. Works With Federal and State Officials to Determine Source of Listeriosis-Associated Outbreak.