Butterball Is Recalling Over 14,000 Pounds Of Ground Turkey
Butterball Recalls Over 14,000 Pounds of Ground Turkey
Unsafe Levels of Salmonella Detected
October 25, 2023
New York, NY - The United States Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced a recall of 14,316 pounds of raw ground turkey products from Butterball, LLC due to concerns of possible Salmonella contamination.
Affected Products:
- 1-pound packages of Butterball Ground Turkey with "Best By" dates of October 19, 2023, through October 25, 2023
- 3-pound packages of Butterball Ground Turkey with "Best By" dates of October 19, 2023, through October 25, 2023
Distribution and Consumption:
The affected products were distributed to retail stores nationwide. FSIS advises consumers who have purchased these products to not consume them and return them to the place of purchase for a refund.
Symptoms of Salmonella Infection:
Symptoms of Salmonella infection can include:
Statement from Butterball:
In a statement, Butterball expressed its commitment to food safety and apologized for any inconvenience caused by the recall. The company stated that it is cooperating fully with FSIS and is taking all necessary steps to prevent further contamination.
Ongoing Investigation:
FSIS is conducting an ongoing investigation into the cause of the contamination. Consumers are urged to check their refrigerators and freezers for the recalled products and discard them immediately.
Tips for Safe Food Handling: