Major Meat Recall: USDA Warns Against Uninspected Pork, Beef, and Goat Products

A significant health alert has been issued across the United States as the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announces a massive meat recall affecting more than 167,000 pounds of raw pork, beef, and goat products. The recall stems from a serious breach of safety protocols by Star Meat Delivery Inc., based in Lucama, North Carolina.

What Happened? The Details of the Recall

The USDA has revealed that Star Meat Delivery Inc. distributed vast quantities of meat that were produced without the mandatory federal inspection. To make matters worse, these products were packaged with a false USDA inspection mark, misleading consumers and retailers into believing the meat had met federal safety standards.

The company distributed these products in bulk to a distributor in Georgia, who then shipped them to various retail stores and restaurants nationwide. Because of the severity of the situation, the USDA has classified this as a Class I recall—the most serious category, indicating a health hazard reason for recall.

Which Products are Affected?

The recalled items were sold under the A&D Foods label. However, consumers should be cautious: some retailers may have repackaged these items, meaning they might carry store-specific stickers instead of the original label.

The specific products included in this meat recall are:

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• Pork: Ground pork, chorizo, pork chops, pork ribs, and pork feet.
• Beef: Beef ribs and oxtail.
• Goat: Various goat cuts and other meat items.

How to Identify Dangerous Meat in Your Fridge

If you have raw meat in your home, check the packaging immediately. Federal officials are warning consumers to look for the establishment number “EST. 1363.”

Important: This number does not correspond to any federally inspected facility. Any product bearing this number is considered misbranded, unsafe, and should not be consumed.

Why is This a Health Risk?

While no illnesses or injuries have been officially confirmed yet, the risks associated with uninspected meat are severe. Without federal oversight, these products may contain:

• Harmful Bacteria: Pathogens like Salmonella or E. coli that can cause severe food poisoning.
• Undeclared Allergens: Ingredients that could trigger allergic reactions.
• Contaminants: Other dangerous substances that are usually screened during official inspections.

What Should You Do Now?

If you find any products from Star Meat Delivery Inc. or items marked with EST. 1363 in your kitchen, do not eat them. You have two safe options:

1. Discard the product immediately in a secure waste bin.
2. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.

For a complete list of affected labels and further updates, visit the official USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) recall page.