Whole cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers Inc. and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales Inc. have been recalled nationwide due to a multistate Salmonella outbreak. The recall covers cucumbers sold from April 29, 2025, to May 14 or May 19, 2025, depending on the source, including those sold at Bedner’s Farm Fresh Markets in Florida and distributed to other retailers, restaurants, and wholesalers across the U.S.
Key Details of the Recall:
Product: Whole cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers Inc.
Distribution: Sold directly at Bedner’s Farm Fresh Markets in Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, and West Palm Beach, Florida, and distributed to other outlets nationwide.
Time frame: April 29, 2025, through mid-May 2025.
Labeling: Cucumbers may have been sold individually or in smaller packages, sometimes without labels or with labels marked as “supers,” “selects,” or “plains.”
Reason: Potential contamination with Salmonella Montevideo, linked by FDA testing and whole genome sequencing to clinical cases.
Outbreak Impact:
Illnesses: 26 confirmed Salmonella infections across 15 states.
Hospitalizations: 9 people have been hospitalized.
States affected: Illinois, Ohio, Florida, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Alabama, California, Colorado, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, New York, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
What Consumers Should Do:
If you have cucumbers from Bedner Growers or are unsure of their origin, discard them immediately.
Clean and sanitize any surfaces that may have come into contact with the cucumbers.
When dining out, ask restaurants if their cucumbers are from Bedner Growers or Fresh Start Produce to avoid exposure.
Monitor for symptoms of Salmonella infection if you have consumed these cucumbers.
Symptoms of Salmonella Infection:
Diarrhea (which may be bloody)
- Fever
- Stomach cramps
- Nausea and vomiting
Symptoms typically appear within a few days after exposure and usually resolve within a week. However, young children, elderly adults, and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for severe illness and should seek medical attention if symptoms worsen or persist.
Contact Information:
Consumers with questions can contact Bedner Growers, Inc. at 866-222-9180, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EDT.
In summary, the recall is a precaution to prevent further Salmonella infections linked to cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers. Consumers should check their cucumbers carefully and discard any that might be from this source to avoid illness.
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