Over 6,500 Pounds of Ground Beef Recalled Due to Possible E. Coli Contamination

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Valley Meats, LLC is recalling approximately 6,768 pounds of raw ground beef products after they were found to be potentially contaminated with E. coli, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced on Dec. 31, 2023.

Ground Beef Products Affected by Recall

According to the FSIS website, the recalled ground beef products bear the establishment number “EST. 5712” inside the USDA mark of inspection. The following products are subject to recall:

  • 12-pound box package containing “ANGUS GROUND BEEF PATTIES” with product code 1208PL, Run No. 3356GRDB, date code 231222, Use By 01/15/2024, and time stamps between 7:36:38AM to 08:00:48AM.
  • 16-pound box packages containing “ANGUS GROUND BEEF PATTIES” with the product code 1253PL, Run No. 3356GRDB, date code 231222, Use By 01/15/2024, and time stamps between 7:25:50 AM to 08:00:36AM.
  • 28-pound box package containing “Ground Beef Patties” with product code 72287, Run No. 3356GRDB, date code 231222, Use By 01/15/2024, and time stamps between 12:44:00PM to 12:54:32PM.
  • 28-pound box packaging containing “Ground Beef Patties” with product code 72287, Run No. 3356GRDB, date code 231222, Use By 01/15/2024, and time stamp 1:02:55PM.
  • 24-pound box packaging containing “Ground Beef Patties” with product code 72284, Run No. 3356GRDB, date code 231222, Use By 01/15/2024, and time stamps between 1:10:09PM to 1:10:17PM.
  • 13.5-pound box packaging containing “GROUND BEEF PATTIES” with product code 1103, Run No. 3356GRDB, date code 231222, Use By 01/15/2024, and time stamps between 1:41:55:55PM to 1:57:53PM.
  • 20-pound box packaging containing “GROUND BEEF” with product code 8515, Run No. 3356GRDB, date code 231222, and time stamps between 1:16:24PM to 1:31:15PM.
  • 40-pound box packaging containing “GROUND BEEF” with product code 8020VP, Run No. 3356GRDB, date code 231222, and time stamps between 1:34:54PM to 2:00:49PM.

Additionally, you can find images of the product labels on the FSIS website.

These items were shipped to distributors in four states: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Michigan. The ground beef products were primarily distributed to restaurants and other institutional users.  

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Common Symptoms Associated with E. Coli Infections

There are currently no reports of illness related to this recall, but E. coli O157:H7 bacteria can make people sick anywhere from 2 to 8 days after consumption. Symptoms include diarrhea (often bloody), abdominal cramps, and dehydration. The illness usually subsides in about one week, but those with weakened immune systems may develop a more severe infection, so seek medical care if you experience symptoms.

For questions regarding this recall, contact Daniel Mapes, QA Manager, at 309-799-7341 Ext: 229 or at [email protected]. If you have additional food safety questions, you can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or send a question via email to [email protected]. 

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