8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Publix recalls some frozen berries

8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT (WAKA) – Publix has now recalled all of its GreenWise organic frozen blueberries and whole mixed berries due to E. coli concerns.

The berries may be contaminated with E. coli O145, which can cause severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, which may be bloody, and vomiting. While most healthy people recover within a week, some infections may result in a serious complication known as hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), particularly in young children, older adults and individuals with weakened immune systems.

The recalled products were shipped to Publix stores in eight states, including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia.

As of the end of June 2026, Publix immediately conducted an internal stop sale of frozen GreenWise organic whole blueberries and whole mixed berries. These products remain unavailable for sale.

A recall of GreenWise organic blueberries, 10-ounce, Lot Code 60401 was previously announced on July 3, by Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A., San Carlos, Chile.

Based on the public health officials’ product traceback and epidemiological information, Publix is now recalling all lots of GreenWise organic whole blueberries and whole mixed berries.

Customers who have purchased the following frozen GreenWise products are reminded not to consume them, and the product(s) should be discarded or returned to Publix for a full refund.

GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries, 10-ounce, UPC 41415-06453
GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries, 48-ounce, UPC 41415-12053
GreenWise Organic Whole Mixed Berries, 10-ounce, UPC 41415-06753
GreenWise Organic Whole Mixed Berries, 48-ounce, UPC 41415-12153

Customers who have additional questions or concerns should contact Publix Customer Care at (800) 242-1227 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday. For more information about the ongoing outbreak investigation, please refer to the CDC website by clicking here.

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