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Middlefield Original Cheese Co-op Recalling 7,455 lbs of Cheese Loaves Over Listeria Contamination (

Middlefield Original Cheese Co-op is recalling 7,455 pounds of Monterey Jack and Provolone cheese loaves. The products were distributed to Ohio, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Texas. The recall is due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Consumers who bought these loaves should not consume them and should contact the cooperative for refund or replacement.

Official notice

Source-backed recall notice

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Official source
FDA FOOD
Recall date
August 27, 2025
Status
ACTIVE
Severity
8/10

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
August 27, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Middlefield Original Cheese Cooperative
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
4 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, ELDERLY

What to Do Now

Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.

Immediate steps

  1. 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
  2. 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
  3. 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
  4. 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.

Check these identifiers

Brand
Middlefield Original Cheese Cooperative
Product type
Cheese Loaf
Model numbers
Sell by: 2/13/2026
Sizes
5 lb
Sold at
Multiple Retailers
Where affected
OH, PA, WI, TX

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

  1. Recall announced

    August 27, 2025

  2. Reported by FDA FOOD

    October 1, 2025

  3. RecallRadar source check

    April 18, 2026

  4. Consumer action

    Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

Hazard Information

Potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Middlefield Original Cheese Cooperative for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

About This Product

These are 5-pound loaves of Monterey Jack and Provolone cheese produced by Middlefield Original Cheese Cooperative. They are packaged as loaves wrapped in plastic and sold in multi-loaf cases.

Why This Is Dangerous

Listeria monocytogenes contamination poses a risk of serious infection if consumed, particularly for vulnerable populations.

Industry Context

This recall is not indicated as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided notice.

Real-World Impact

Consumers who purchased these loaves must avoid consumption. There is a potential health risk if ingested. The recall affects products already in households across four states.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Identify Monterey Jack or Provolone cheese loaves, 5 lb size, from Middlefield Original Cheese Cooperative.
  2. Verify packaging is wrapped in plastic and check sell-by date 2/13/2026.
  3. Confirm distribution states OH, PA, WI, TX.

Where to find product info

FDA recall page: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/enforcement/enforce_rpt-Product-Tabs.cfm?recall_number=H-0632-2025

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements typically take 4-8 weeks after contact and verification of purchase.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all contact attempts with the cooperative.
  • File a consumer complaint with local health authorities if needed.
  • Consider seeking legal advice if the company is nonresponsive for an extended period.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Check recall notices for foods you buy and verify packaging date codes.
  • Buy dairy products from reputable retailers and keep receipts.
  • Store dairy products at proper refrigeration and use by date codes.
  • Verify product safety marks and batch numbers before consumption.

Documentation advice

Keep product packaging, purchase receipt if available, correspondence with the company, and any photos of the product and packaging.

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Product Details

Brand: Middlefield Original Cheese Cooperative Products: Monterey Jack, 5 lb loaves; Provolone, 5 lb loaves Packaging: Loaves wrapped in plastic Monterey Jack case count: 8 loaves per case Provolone case count: 2 loaves per case Sold/distribution: OH, PA, WI, TX Recall date: 2025-08-27 Sell by date: 2/13/2026 Quantity: 364.125 cases (7,455 lbs) Country of origin: Unknown Recall number URL: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/enforcement/enforce_rpt-Product-Tabs.cfm?recall_number=H-0632-2025

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 7,455 lbs total recalled
  • Monterey Jack and Provolone 5 lb loaves
  • 8 loaves per case (Monterey Jack); 2 loaves per case (Provolone)
  • Distributed to OH, PA, WI, TX
  • Sell by date: 2/13/2026

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALPREGNANTELDERLY
Injury Types
POISONING

Product Details

Model Numbers
Sell by: 2/13/2026
Affected States
OH, PA, WI, TX
Report Date
October 1, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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