Publix Recalls Four GreenWise Frozen Berry Products Over E. coli O145 Risk

On July 29, Publix announced a recall of four GreenWise frozen berry products after potential contamination with Escherichia coli O145:H28 (E. coli O145). The recall covers two varieties—GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries and GreenWise Organic Whole Mixed Berries—each sold in 10-ounce and 48-ounce packages.

Products Recalled (with UPCs):

• GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries, 10-ounce — UPC 41415-06453
• GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries, 48-ounce — UPC 41415-12053
• GreenWise Organic Whole Mixed Berries, 10-ounce — UPC 41415-06753
• GreenWise Organic Whole Mixed Berries, 48-ounce — UPC 41415-12153

Publix said the products were distributed to stores in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. The retailer indicated the action is related to an earlier Food and Drug Administration notice from July 6 concerning GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries imported from Chile. At the end of June 2026, Publix placed the affected frozen blueberries and mixed berries on an internal stop-sale; the July 29 recall extends that action "out of an abundance of caution."

Health Risk

E. coli O145 is a Shiga toxin–producing E. coli (STEC) that can cause severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (sometimes bloody), vomiting and fever. While most healthy people recover within a week, infections can lead to hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a serious complication that is more likely in young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems. If you or a household member develops severe symptoms or bloody diarrhea, seek medical attention promptly and tell clinicians about possible STEC exposure.

What Consumers Should Do

• Do not eat the recalled products.
• Return affected packages to any Publix store for a full refund.
• If you cannot confirm packaging (for example, if fruit was frozen without its original packaging), follow FDA guidance and discard the product.
• Monitor for symptoms for several days after possible exposure and contact a healthcare provider if you become ill.

Publix refers customers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the FDA for the latest outbreak investigation updates. Consumers with questions can also contact their local Publix store.

Note: This recall is separate from recent Cyclospora reports but arrives amid heightened attention to produce safety. The recall reflects a precautionary approach while public health agencies continue their investigations.