Organic Fruit Sold Locally Recalled for Possible Listeria Contamination

Some organic fruits sold in local stores up until Monday have been recalled due to possible listeria contamination. 

Orchard Perfect peaches, nectarines and plums have been recalled due to the possibility of Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recalled fruit was sold between June 1 and July 21 in Giant stores. Costco and Wegman's also carried the fruit, among other stores.

The following products have been recalled:

• Organic Nectarines, PLU 94378
• Organic Peaches, PLU 94044
• Orchard Perfect Nectarines, PLU 4378 and PLU 4036
• Orchard Perfect Peaches, PLU 4044 and PLU 4038
• Orchard Perfect White Peaches, PLU 4401
• Orchard Perfect Black Plums, PLU 4040
• Orchard Perfect White Nectarines, PLU 3035

Giant said it has received no reports of illnesses associated with the recalled fruit. 

“Consumption of food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, an uncommon but potentially fatal disease,” Giant said in press release. 

Listeriosis can cause high fever, severe headache, neck stiffness and nausea. Listeriosis can also cause miscarriages  and stillbirths, as well as serious and sometimes fatal infections in those with weakened immune systems, such as infants, the elderly and persons with HIV infection or undergoing chemotherapy.

Customers who purchased the recalled fruit should discard any unused portions and contact the store for a refund.