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Middlefield Cheese Co-op Issues Recall for Smoked Cheddar Due to Listeria Risk

Middlefield Original Cheese Cooperative recalled 364.125 cases of Smoked Cheddar on August 27, 2025. The cheese may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, posing a high health risk. Consumers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Texas should not consume the product.

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

Product Details

The recall involves Middlefield Original Cheese Co-op Smoked Cheddar in 5 lb. loaves, packaged in cases of 8. The product was distributed in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Texas.

The Hazard

The cheese may contain Listeria monocytogenes, a harmful bacteria that can cause severe illness. Listeria contamination poses a high risk, especially for pregnant women, newborns, elderly adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems.

Reported Incidents

There have been no reported illnesses associated with this recall. As a precaution, consumers are urged to stop using the product.

What to Do

Do not consume the recalled cheese. Contact Middlefield Original Cheese Cooperative for refund or replacement information.

Contact Information

For more details, consumers can visit the FDA recall page at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/enforcement/enforce_rpt-Product-Tabs.cfm?recall_number=H-0629-2025.

Key Facts

  • 364.125 cases recalled
  • Total weight: 7,455 lbs.
  • Packaged in cases of 8 loaves
  • Distribution: OH, PA, WI, TX
  • Recall date: August 27, 2025
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Safety Assessment

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

Product Details

Model Numbers
Packed Date AUG. 14
25
Affected States
OH, PA, WI, TX
Report Date
October 1, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE
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