Moonlight Companies initiated a product withdrawal affecting multiple shipments of conventional peaches after laboratory analysis identified potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination within its processing center. The action encompasses yellow and white varieties distributed under both Moonlight and Kroger labels between September 16 and October 29, with items sold as single fruits bearing PLU codes or in bundled packages throughout American retailers.
The pathogen poses significant health risks to expectant mothers, infants, elderly individuals, and immunocompromised populations, with possible consequences including pregnancy loss. The company clarified that peaches marked as organic or sourced from Washington state remain unaffected by the safety concern.
Federal regulators are collaborating with the manufacturer on the withdrawal process. No illness cases have emerged thus far, though consumers possessing recalled merchandise should dispose of it immediately and may reach the company's information line at 855-215-5017 for additional guidance.
The pathogen poses significant health risks to expectant mothers, infants, elderly individuals, and immunocompromised populations, with possible consequences including pregnancy loss. The company clarified that peaches marked as organic or sourced from Washington state remain unaffected by the safety concern.
Federal regulators are collaborating with the manufacturer on the withdrawal process. No illness cases have emerged thus far, though consumers possessing recalled merchandise should dispose of it immediately and may reach the company's information line at 855-215-5017 for additional guidance.
