Serious health hazard — there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to this product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
Whole Fresh Cantaloupe Recalled by Burch Farms Due to Potential Listeria Contamination
What You Should Do
Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.
Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Burch Farms directly.
If you believe you have experienced symptoms related to this recall, contact your healthcare provider immediately.
Affected Products
Whole Fresh Cantaloupe, PLU# 4319, Burch Farms, Faison, NC 28341. On 8/2/2012 the recall was expanded to include cantaloupes labeled, Cottle Strawberry, Inc., #4319, Faison, NC. (Cottle Farms is not involved in this recall).
Quantity: 580 cases (9 whole cantaloupes per case). Additional188,902 cantaloupes.
Why Was This Recalled?
Product was found to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Where Was This Sold?
This product was distributed to 10 states: FL, GA, IL, MD, NJ, NY, NC, PA, SC, VA
About Burch Farms
Burch Farms has 2 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.
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Data sourced from the FDA (Food). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report