FDA upgrades recalled broccoli to highest level

Walmart broccoli sold in Texas labeled as deadly. See list of FDA recalls so far in 2025
Recalls on a brand of broccoli and chocolate from December were recently upgraded to Class I, the highest risk level issued by the agency.
FDA upgrades recalled broccoli to highest level over possible Listeria contamination
In a Jan. 27 reclassification, the FDA put the California-based Braga Fresh broccoli florets in its Class 1 level, in which there is a “reasonable probability” that use or exposure to the product can be potentially deadly, according to the FDA website.
Potentially deadly broccoli sold at Walmarts in Texas and other states recalled
Now, that same product is at an even greater risk of causing harm. Roughly 5,900 bags of broccoli across 20 states are impacted by the updated status of the recall, according to the FDA. Such states include Washington, Arkansas, California, Colorado and Wyoming, to name a few.
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The lot code, UPC code and best-by date for Braga Fresh ready-to-eat 12-ounce Marketside Broccoli Florets, sold at Walmart in 20 states, including Texas.
Potentially deadly broccoli recall impacts 20 states, including Texas
Now, that same product is at an even greater risk of causing harm. Roughly 5,900 bags of broccoli across 20 states are impacted by the updated status of the recall, according to the FDA. Such states include Washington, Arkansas, California, Colorado and Wyoming, to name a few.
Recall for broccoli sold at Walmart in 20 states upgraded to highest risk level: FDA
The Food and Drug Administration has upgraded its classification of a broccoli recall initially reported in late December, labeling it as “Class I” — the agency’s most serious recall
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FDA escalates Walmart broccoli recall to highest threat level: Risk of 'death'
A recall over Walmart-sold broccoli florets has been escalated to Class I, the highest threat level, as consumers are warned to discard the food products over potential contamination.
Broccoli sold at Walmart recalled in 20 states. Is Kentucky one of them?
The FDA announced the initial recall on Dec. 31, 2024, for Braga Fresh's washed and ready-to-eat 12-ounce bags of Marketside Broccoli Florets.
Broccoli sold at Walmart potentially deadly, FDA says (sold in 20 states)
Broccoli sold in bags at Walmart, the nation’s largest retailer, has been labeled as deadly by the FDA due to potential Listeria contamination. The broccoli, bearing the brand name Braga Fresh, was sold at Walmart stores in 20 states as Marketside Broccoli Florets.
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