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Twin Sisters Creamery Whatcom Farmhouse Cheese Recalled for Potential Contamination (411 lbs, 2025)

Twin Sisters Creamery recalled 411 pounds of Whatcom Farmhouse cheese sold through Whole Foods Market after testing flagged potential STEC and E. coli O103 contamination. The recall is Class I. Consumers who bought this product should not eat it and should contact WFM Purchasing, LP for refund or replacement information.

Official notice
Twin Sisters CreameryFood & BeveragesPLU 22386900000 Sell-by Date: 10/27/2025, 11/16/2025

Source-backed recall notice

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

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
October 27, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Twin Sisters Creamery
Category
Food & Beverages
Sold At
Unknown
Geographic Scope
2 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

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
Twin Sisters Creamery
Product type
Cheese (sliced)
Model numbers
PLU 22386900000 Sell-by Date: 10/27/2025, 11/16/2025
Sold at
Unknown
Where affected
OR, WA

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

  1. Recall announced

    October 27, 2025

  2. Reported by FDA FOOD

    December 3, 2025

  3. RecallRadar source check

    April 18, 2026

  4. Consumer action

    Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

Hazard Information

Twin Sisters Creamery's recall of cheese products due to WSDA testing that identified potential STEC and E. coli O103 contamination. Whole Foods Market received affected products through distributor Peterson Company and sold them by weight with store-generated labels.

What You Should Do

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact WFM Purchasing, LP for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Other

About This Product

Whatcom Farmhouse cheese is a deli-sliced cheese product produced by Twin Sisters Creamery and sold through Whole Foods Market via a distributor.

Why This Is Dangerous

WSDA testing identified potential STEC and E. coli O103 contamination in the recalled cheese. Contaminated cheese can cause serious illness.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Consumers who purchased the product should not eat it. The recall covers 411 lbs distributed to Washington and Oregon with no injuries reported to date.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check PLU 22386900000 on the cheese label.
  2. Verify sell-by dates 10/27/2025 or 11/16/2025.
  3. Confirm product was purchased from Whole Foods Market via Peterson Company.
  4. If affected, stop using the product and discard or return for refund or replacement.

Where to find product info

FDA recall page H-0211-2026 and WSDA recall notices. Look for the PLU and sell-by date on packaging.

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements are typically processed within 4-6 weeks after contact.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • File a complaint with WFM Purchasing, LP.
  • Contact the FDA recall enforcement line or your state attorney general if needed.
  • Document all communications and keep packaging.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Check recall notices before purchasing cheese products.
  • Verify PLU codes and sell-by dates on packaging.
  • Prefer products with clear, accessible recall information.

Documentation advice

Keep the packaging, recall number H-0211-2026, and any correspondence with the retailer for your records.

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Product Details

Product: Whatcom Farmhouse cheese (sliced). Brand/Manufacturer: Twin Sisters Creamery. Distributor: Peterson Company. Sold at: Whole Foods Market stores in Washington and Oregon. PLU: 22386900000. Sell-by dates: 10/27/2025 and 11/16/2025. Recall date: 2025-10-27. Quantity: 411 lbs. Recall number: H-0211-2026. Status: Active.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • Distribution limited to Washington and Oregon
  • PLU 22386900000 associated with sell-by dates 10/27/2025 and 11/16/2025
  • Recall number H-0211-2026

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Details

Model Numbers
PLU 22386900000 Sell-by Date: 10/27/2025, 11/16/2025
Affected States
OR, WA
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Food Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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