Summary
Company Announcement Date: January 03, 2025
FDA Publish Date: January 03, 2025
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Product: Cheese/Cheese Product
Reason for Announcement: Potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes
Company Announcement
Abbey Specialty Foods of Fairfield, NJ is recalling Wicklow Gold Cheddar Nettle & Chive 5.2 oz product and Wicklow Gold Cheddar Tomato & Herb 5.2 oz product because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
The only products being recalled are those listed in the table above. Below are product images.
You can identify these by reviewing batch number, UPC and by sell by date on the back label of the product. These products had limited distribution in the United States and were sold in these states MA, ME, NH, OH, CO. The few distributors and retailers that received the product have been informed of this possible health risk and have removed the products from their shelves.
To date, there have been no confirmed reports of adverse health events due to the consumption of these products.
The recall was initiated after our supplier, Wicklow Farmhouse Cheese LTD. notified Abbey Specialty Foods they were recalling these products due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Consumers that have any of the recalled products listed in the table above should refrain from consuming them and return them to their place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of the products.
Consumers with questions regarding the recall can contact Abbey Specialty Foods at 862-210-8150 Monday-Friday 9am-5pm Eastern Time or email info@abbeyspeciatly.com.
This recall is being conducted in coordination with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Company Contact Information
Phone: 862-210-8150
Email: info@abbeyspeciatly.com
Conclusion
Abbey Specialty Foods takes food safety very seriously and is working closely with our supplier and the FDA to ensure that all potentially contaminated products are removed from the market. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and urge consumers to be vigilant about checking the products they have in their homes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is Abbey Specialty Foods recalling Wicklow Gold Cheddar Nettle & Chive and Wicklow Gold Cheddar Tomato & Herb products?
A: The products have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
Q: What are the symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection?
A: Healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea. Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
Q: What should I do if I have Wicklow Gold Cheddar Nettle & Chive or Wicklow Gold Cheddar Tomato & Herb products in my home?
A: Refrain from consuming them and return them to your place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of the products.
Q: Can I return the products for a refund or exchange?
A: Yes, you can return the products to your place of purchase for a full refund or exchange them for a similar product.
Q: Where can I find more information about the recall?
A: You can find more information about the recall by contacting Abbey Specialty Foods at 862-210-8150 or by emailing info@abbeyspeciatly.com.
