The Sierra Nevada Cheese Company has issued a voluntary recall of its Graziers raw milk cheese due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall was announced after routine testing raised concerns about the product's safety, prompting the company to pull the cheese from shelves as a precaution.
What's Being Recalled?
The recall covers Graziers raw milk cheese produced by Sierra Nevada Cheese Company. The product was distributed to retailers and may have reached consumers through direct sales and specialty cheese shops. Shoppers should check packaging for the Graziers name and the Sierra Nevada Cheese Company label, along with any lot codes or dates printed on the wrapper, and compare them against the details listed on the official FDA notice.
Why Was This Product Recalled?
The cheese may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals may experience short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Listeria infection can also cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
What Should You Do?
If you have Graziers raw milk cheese in your refrigerator, do not eat it. Throw it away or return it to the place of purchase for a refund. Wash any surfaces, containers, or utensils that may have come into contact with the cheese to avoid cross-contamination. Anyone who has eaten the product and is experiencing symptoms of listeriosis should contact a healthcare provider, especially if pregnant, elderly, or immunocompromised. Consumers with questions can reach out directly to Sierra Nevada Cheese Company using the contact information provided on the official FDA recall notice.