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Family Farmstead Dairy recalls raw cheddar over possible E. coli contamination
Family Farmstead Dairy is recalling a batch of raw mild cheddar that may contain E. coli.
The Worcester, New York-based company says the affected cheese has lot code and best-by date 7/22/27.
It was sent to retailers in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia and Massachusetts, and may have reached other states through distributors.
Testing in Maryland detected two E. coli strains, which can cause diarrhea, including bloody stools.
No illnesses had been reported in connection with the cheese as of the recall announcement, but the infection can cause serious kidney problems, especially in young children and older adults.
Customers should not eat the cheese; they can throw it away or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund, and no other Family Farmstead Dairy products are included.
Family Farmstead Dairy recalled a batch of raw mild cheddar cheese because it may be contaminated with two strains of E. coli.
The recall covers 8-ounce packages with the lot code and best-by date 7/22/27.
The cheese was distributed to retailers in seven states, and may have reached additional states through distributors.
Consumers are urged not to eat the cheese and to discard it or return it for a full refund.
No illnesses or allergic reactions had been reported in connection with the cheese as of the announcement.
- Who
- Family Farmstead Dairy recalled the cheese. Consumers who bought it are advised not to eat it.
- What
- A batch of raw mild cheddar cheese may be contaminated with E. coli strains O26:H11 and O45:H2.
- When
- An FDA notice was posted on October 15. The article was published October 18, 2026.
- Where
- The cheese was distributed to retailers in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia and Massachusetts, and may have reached other states.
- Why
- Testing in Maryland detected two strains of E. coli in samples of the company’s A2 raw cheddar.
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Testing in Maryland detected two strains of E. coli in samples of Family Farmstead A2 Raw Cheddar.
The FDA posted a notice about the recall.
Fox Business published its report on the recall.
- Company
- Family Farmstead Dairy
- Product
- Raw Mild Cheddar Cheese, sold in 8-ounce packages
- Lot code and best-by date
- 7/22/27
- E. coli strains
- O26:H11 and O45:H2
- Distribution states
- New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia and Massachusetts
What people are saying
Although most healthy adults can recover completely within a week, some people can develop a form of kidney failure called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS),
We sincerely apologize to our customers, retail partners, and consumers for the inconvenience caused by this recall,
Product quality is an utmost priority here at Family Farmstead so we are committed to identifying the cause of this issue and taking all necessary corrective actions to ensure the continued safety and quality of our products.