Carrot Recall: E. coli Triggers Health Alert Across the U.S.

Tue Oct 21 2025 23:42:18 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

A deadly E. coli outbreak leads to a major recall of organic carrots, raising concerns about food safety.

The CDC has reported an E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots, resulting in one death and multiple hospitalizations. Affected products are being recalled nationwide as health officials urge consumers to discard or return them.

A significant recall of organic and baby carrots has been initiated in the U.S. due to an E. coli outbreak that has resulted in one death and sent 15 people to the hospital. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there have been 39 reported cases across 18 states. The recalled carrots were sold by Grimmway Farms and distributed to several large supermarkets, including Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Target, Walmart, and Wegmans.

While many of these products might no longer be available in stores, they could still be present in homes. Consumers are advised to dispose of or return any recalled products for a refund. Most reported illnesses have been concentrated in New York, Minnesota, and Washington, with additional cases in California and Oregon.

The CDC clarified that the recalled organic whole carrots do not display a best-if-used-by date, as they were sold between August 14 and October 23. Meanwhile, organic baby carrots with specified best-if-used-by dates from September 11 to November 12 are also included in the recall.

In addition to returning the affected items, the CDC has emphasized the importance of cleaning and sanitizing any surfaces that may have come into contact with the carrots. Symptoms of O121 E. coli infection include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting, with a typical onset period of three to four days after exposure.

This outbreak follows another incident involving slivered onions that made people ill after being served on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers, where 104 cases were reported. As food safety remains a significant concern, authorities continue to investigate the source and ensure public safety.