BrucePac, a leading producer of ready-to-eat meat and poultry, has issued a voluntary recall of approximately 10 million pounds of products due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall was initiated after routine USDA testing detected the bacteria in samples from the company’s Durant, Oklahoma, facility. The affected products, including chicken strips, patties, and diced chicken, were produced between June 19 and October 8, 2024, and distributed nationwide.
The recall involves over 70 products, with best-by dates ranging from June 19, 2025, to October 8, 2025. These items were shipped to various distributors, restaurants, and food service vendors, increasing the likelihood that they are still in storage in homes, businesses, and schools. Though no illnesses have been reported, consumers are advised to discard the recalled items immediately to avoid the risk of infection.
BrucePac’s recall of nearly 10 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products due to potential Listeria contamination has affected several major retailers in New York and New Jersey. These products, which include chicken strips and patties, have been sold at well-known stores such as Walmart, Trader Joe’s, and Aldi. Consumers are urged to check their fridges and freezers and discard any recalled items, which were produced between June 19 and October 8, 2024
The USDA classified this as a Class I recall, which indicates a high risk of severe health consequences if the contaminated products are consumed. Listeria infections can be particularly dangerous for pregnant women, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Common symptoms of infection include fever, muscle aches, diarrhea, and severe complications such as meningitis in more vulnerable populations.
This recall has grown to include nearly 12 million pounds of products, and the USDA continues to update the list of affected items. Consumers are urged to check their refrigerators and freezers and discard any products that match the recall criteria.