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On July 7, 2026, the recall was announced after the Florida Department of Health notified the CDC of multiple E. coli cases that were potentially linked to the GreenWise frozen organic blueberries [1]. State health partners shared the information with Publix, which immediately placed an internal stop on sales of the product. Authorities are continuing to investigate the source of the contamination.
What Product Is Affected?
The recall covers GreenWise-brand frozen organic blueberries sold in 10-oz packages with the following identifying information:
- Lot Code: 60401
- Best By Date: February 9, 2028
The recalled blueberries were shipped to Publix store locations in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Consumers who discarded the original packaging should throw the product away if they cannot confirm whether it is part of the recall.
What Is the Hazard?
The recalled blueberries have been linked to possible contamination with E. coli, a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes life-threatening illness. Young children, elderly individuals, pregnant women, and those with weakened immune systems face the greatest risk of severe complications.
E. coli symptoms typically appear between one and nine days after consuming contaminated food. Symptoms include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting, and fever.
Incidents and Injuries
As of July 7, 2026, 12 people in Georgia and Florida have been confirmed infected with the E. coli strain linked to this recall. Four of those individuals have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported in connection with the contamination.
What Caused the Recall?
The recall was initiated after state health officials linked multiple E. coli cases to the GreenWise-brand frozen organic blueberries sold at Publix. The Chilean company Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. manufactures the product, and federal authorities are working to identify the specific source of the E. coli contamination.
What Should Consumers Do?
Consumers who purchased GreenWise-brand frozen organic blueberries with lot code 60401 and a Best By Date of February 9, 2028 should not eat or sell them and should discard them or return them to the Publix store of purchase. Consumers who stored blueberries without the original packaging and cannot confirm whether they are part of the recall should discard the product out of an abundance of caution.
Consumers who recently ate the recalled blueberries and are experiencing symptoms of E. coli infection should contact their healthcare provider immediately.
Can I File a Lawsuit?
Consumers who became ill after eating the recalled GreenWise-brand frozen organic blueberries — particularly those who were hospitalized — may have significant legal options. A class action lawsuit could allow affected individuals to seek compensation for medical expenses, hospitalization costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related losses. Contact an attorney as soon as possible to learn more about your rights.
References
1. https://www.cbsnews.com/atlanta/news/frozen-blueberry-recall-publix-georgia-florida-e-coli-contamination/