Overview

• The salmonella outbreak has been traced to cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers in Florida and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales.
• PennRose Farms has voluntarily recalled 1,152 cases of cucumbers repackaged in 5-pound mesh bags with Restaurant Depot and PennRose Farms logos.
• The outbreak has affected 26 people across 15 states, including New York, with nine hospitalizations reported.
• Consumers, retailers, and distributors are advised to discard cucumbers, sanitize surfaces, and confirm product origin to prevent further illnesses.
• Federal agencies continue their investigation, urging businesses to notify customers and ensure contaminated cucumbers are not sold or served.