USDA Warns of Excess Sodium Nitrite in Certain Pork and Beef Bacon Products

Consumers in Kentucky and Tennessee advised to discard or return affected products sold at local markets and farm stores.

FSIS discovered excessive sodium nitrite levels during routine inspections.
The alert covers various dry-cured pork and beef bacon products from Farmstead Butcher Block and others.
No adverse reactions have been reported, but consumers are urged not to consume the products.
Affected items were sold between April 12 and May 31, 2024.
Products were distributed to farmers markets, farm stores, and direct-to-consumer sales in Kentucky and Tennessee.