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Middlefield Original Cheese Cooperative Recalls 7,455 lbs Shredded Mozzarella/Provolone (5-lb Bags)

Middlefield Original Cheese Cooperative recalled 364.125 cases of shredded Mozzarella/Provolone cheese sold in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Texas. The recall is due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Consumers who purchased this product should not consume it and should contact the cooperative for refund or replacement information.

Quick Facts at a Glance

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

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

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About This Product

This product is shredded cheese sold in 5-lb bags, typically used for cooking and toppings. It is distributed to multiple states and packaged for retail and food service.

Why This Is Dangerous

Listeria monocytogenes is a harmful bacterium that can cause serious illness, especially in pregnant people, newborns, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems.

Industry Context

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

Real-World Impact

Consumers must avoid the product to prevent potential infection. There is a financial impact due to refunds and replacement options.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Verify sell-by date on the package equals 9/3/2025 or later.
  2. Check packaging for plastic bag within 5-lb bags.
  3. Confirm distributor states OH, PA, WI, TX.

Where to find product info

Refer to FDA enforcement report H-0627-2025 and contact Middlefield Original Cheese Cooperative for refund/replacement details.

What timeline to expect

Refunds/replacements typically process within several weeks, depending on the producer’s and retailer’s procedures.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate to consumer protection offices or the FDA if the company remains unresponsive.
  • Maintain records of all communications and receipts.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Buy dairy products from reputable retailers with clear lot and sell-by information.
  • Check for recalls before using dairy products.
  • Prefer products with clear lot codes and tamper-evident packaging.

Documentation advice

Keep packaging, receipts, and any correspondence. Photograph the product and label if safe to do so.

Product Details

Brand: Middlefield Original Cheese Cooperative. Product: Shredded Mozzarella/Provolone in 5-lb bags. Packaging: Plastic bag, 4 bags per case. Quantity: 364.125 cases (7,455 lbs total). Sold/distributed to: Ohio, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Texas. Sell-by date reference: Sell by 9/3/2025. Recall date: 2025-08-27. Status: Active.

Reported Incidents

No injury or illness data provided in the recall notice. No reported deaths or hospitalizations in the provided information.

Key Facts

  • 7,455 lbs total recalled
  • 4 bags per case
  • Listeria monocytogenes contamination concern
  • Sell-by date reference: 9/3/2025
  • Active recall as of 2025-08-27
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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALELDERLYPREGNANTINFANTSPETS
Injury Types
POISONINGELECTRICAL

Product Classification

Product TypeShredded Cheese
Sold At
Unknown

Product Details

Model Numbers
Sell by: 9/3/2025
Affected States
OH, PA, WI, TX
Report Date
October 1, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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