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Hormel Recalls 256,185 Pounds of Dinty Moore Beef Stew for Wood Fragment Risk

The voluntary Class I recall follows three consumer reports of wood fragments, reflecting heightened food safety scrutiny.

A photo of the affected product in the Hormel Foods Corporation recall.
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Overview

  • The recall affects 256,185 pounds of 20-ounce Dinty Moore Beef Stew cans produced Feb. 4, 2025, with lot code T02045, Best By Feb. 2028 and establishment number EST 199G.
  • Three consumer complaints led to the discovery of wood fragments in the stew, prompting Hormel to notify the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.
  • No injuries have been reported in connection with the recalled product as of May 29, 2025.
  • The stew was distributed nationwide to major retailers including Walmart and Target across 44 states and Washington D.C.
  • Hormel Foods is urging consumers to discard or return affected cans for a full refund; it is cooperating with federal regulators to clear shelves.