Lundberg White Rice Recall: Wegmans Pulls Product Over Foreign Material Concerns

Lundberg White Rice Recall: Wegmans Takes Action Amidst Contamination Concerns

Wegmans has proactively removed a popular rice product from its shelves following a nationwide recall initiated by Lundberg Family Farms. The recall centres around potential contamination with “foreign material” in 2-pound bags of Lundberg Organic Jasmine White Rice. This news impacts consumers across the country, not just those shopping at Wegmans locations.

What You Need to Know About the Lundberg Rice Recall

On April 4th, Wegmans announced the recall, clarifying that they did not initiate it themselves. Lundberg Family Farms, based in Richvale, California, issued a voluntary Class II recall of approximately 4,500 cases of 2-pound Regenerative Organic Certified White Jasmine Rice pouches. The company states this action was taken “out of an abundance of caution.”

Details of the Recalled Product:

Product: Lundberg Organic Jasmine White Rice
Size: 2-pound pouches
UPC: (Specific UPC information should be obtained from official recall notices – see links below)
Lot Codes: (Specific lot code information should be obtained from official recall notices – see links below)

Fortunately, Lundberg Family Farms reports that, as of now, no illnesses have been linked to the consumption of the affected rice. The recall is isolated to a single production run and has been reported to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA).

Understanding a Class II Recall

The FDA classifies this as a Class II recall, meaning the risk of serious illness or injury is considered “remote.” However, consumers may still experience “temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences” if they consume the recalled product. Therefore, it’s crucial to check your pantry.

What Should You Do If You Have the Recalled Rice?

If you have purchased the recalled Lundberg Organic Jasmine White Rice, Wegmans encourages you to return it to any Wegmans store for a full refund. Even if you haven’t opened the package, it’s best to err on the side of caution.

Where to Find More Information

For the most up-to-date information and specific lot code details, please refer to the following resources:

Lundberg Family Farms Recall Notice: https://www.lundbergfamilyfarms.com/recall-notice-regenerative-organic-certified-white-jasmine-rice-pouches/
FDA Recall Information: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts (Search for Lundberg Family Farms)
Wegmans Recall Information: https://www.wegmans.com/news/recall-lundberg-organic-jasmine-white-rice

If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact Wegmans Food Markets directly at 855-934-3663 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET daily.