BrucePac Recalls Nearly 10 Million Pounds of Meat Products Due to Listeria Concerns
BrucePac, a major meat supplier, has issued a recall for approximately 10 million pounds of ready-to-eat chicken and other meat products due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall was initiated after the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service discovered the bacteria during routine testing.
The affected products, distributed nationwide to restaurants and institutions, were produced between June 19 and October 8, 2023, with best-by dates ranging from June 19 to October 8, 2025. They can be identified by establishment numbers 51205 or P-51205.
This recall has been classified as Class I by the USDA, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Listeriosis, the infection caused by Listeria, primarily affects vulnerable groups such as older adults, pregnant individuals, newborns, and those with weakened immune systems.
As of now, there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions from consuming these products. However, consumers are urged to check their refrigerators and freezers for any recalled items.
The list of recalled products includes 75 different chicken and meat items, such as breasts, strips, patties, diced chicken, beef patties, and fajita strips. Consumers who have purchased these products are advised to either dispose of them or return them to the place of purchase.
Symptoms of Listeria infection can range from gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea and vomiting to more severe symptoms such as fever, headache, stiff neck, and confusion if the bacteria spreads beyond the gut. Pregnant women are at particular risk, as Listeria can lead to miscarriage, stillbirth, or newborn infections.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that Listeria causes approximately 1,600 infections and 260 deaths annually in the United States.
For more information, consumers can contact BrucePac at 503-874-3000 or the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-674-6854. Anyone experiencing symptoms of Listeria infection is advised to contact their healthcare provider immediately.