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WHAT'S YOUR BEEF
The recall initially began with just one item but quickly expanded to cover three more snacks after the manufacturer found they may also have metal in them.
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A Costco snack is being recalled after multiple customers found metal fragments in it (stock image)Credit: Getty
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The recall began with one item but quickly expanded to multiple others that were made at the same plant (stock photo)Credit: Getty
The recall was announced on March 20 by Chomps, which produces beef jerky, along with turkey and venison varieties.
Chomps’ manufacturing partner, Idaho Smokehouse Partners, pulled nearly 30,000 pounds of product after alerting the US Department of Agriculture to the issue, USA Today reported.
The recall originally applied to the Chomps Original Beef Sticks, but after an investigation, the company expanded it to Original Turkey Sticks that were also made in the same plant.
The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service confirmed the potential contamination.
GROSS ISSUE
The issue was first discovered by two customers who found metal pieces in their jerky sticks.
Neither customer had any adverse reactions to the metal, but the company said it will recall the product out of “an abundance of caution.”
“Our consumers are, and always will be, our number one priority,” the company wrote.
The affected ready-to-eat beef sticks were distributed in California and Illinois.
In addition to Costco, Chomps is also sold at most major grocery chains, including Trader Joes, Target, Whole Foods.
‘Fecal contaminated’ butter recalled with millions of shoppers urged to check label – it was sold at Walmart
Those who have bought Chomps jerky sticks recently are being urged to check whether they need to throw away or return the items.
The recalled products come from a single factory, which it did not identify, and were manufactured between January 16, 2025, and January 23, 2025.
The company advised customers to check their labels and barcodes to see if they have been affected by the recall.
The three things customers need to check to see if the jerkey could be dangerous are the barcode number, the lot code, and the expiration date to see if the jerky could be dangerous.
A lookup tool is available on the Chomps website for customers to check if their item is impacted.
“Consumers who have affected products should not consume their products,” the company advised.
“Consumers should instead return those products to your retailer of purchase for a refund.
“Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider."
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Chomps has recalled 30,000 pounds of beef jerky sticks and turkey jerkey sticksCredit: CHOMPS
The USDA is continuing to monitor the recall.
It’s unclear if any other states beyond California and Illinois received the contaminated lots.
Costco has not yet issued a public statement.
Chomps didn't immediately respond to a request for comment by The U.S. Sun.
The Chomps recall comes just after butter sold at Walmart was found to be contaminated with fecal matter.
And celery sticks were recently recalled in 29 states over food poisoning fears.
WHAT'S YOUR BEEF
Costco customers warned ‘contaminated’ popular snack recalled after ‘metal fragments’ found – check stores affected
The three things on every snack you need to check to see if it's dangerous- Published: 19:43 ET, Apr 11 2025
- Updated: 19:43 ET, Apr 11 2025
The recall initially began with just one item but quickly expanded to cover three more snacks after the manufacturer found they may also have metal in them.
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A Costco snack is being recalled after multiple customers found metal fragments in it (stock image)Credit: Getty
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The recall began with one item but quickly expanded to multiple others that were made at the same plant (stock photo)Credit: Getty
The recall was announced on March 20 by Chomps, which produces beef jerky, along with turkey and venison varieties.
Chomps’ manufacturing partner, Idaho Smokehouse Partners, pulled nearly 30,000 pounds of product after alerting the US Department of Agriculture to the issue, USA Today reported.
The recall originally applied to the Chomps Original Beef Sticks, but after an investigation, the company expanded it to Original Turkey Sticks that were also made in the same plant.
The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service confirmed the potential contamination.
GROSS ISSUE
'Fecal contaminated' butter sold at Walmart recalled - check label now
The issue was first discovered by two customers who found metal pieces in their jerky sticks.
Neither customer had any adverse reactions to the metal, but the company said it will recall the product out of “an abundance of caution.”
“Our consumers are, and always will be, our number one priority,” the company wrote.
The affected ready-to-eat beef sticks were distributed in California and Illinois.
In addition to Costco, Chomps is also sold at most major grocery chains, including Trader Joes, Target, Whole Foods.
CHECK YOUR PANTRY
The Food Safety and Inspection Service is concerned that some contaminated products are still hiding in customers' pantries.‘Fecal contaminated’ butter recalled with millions of shoppers urged to check label – it was sold at Walmart
Those who have bought Chomps jerky sticks recently are being urged to check whether they need to throw away or return the items.
The recalled products come from a single factory, which it did not identify, and were manufactured between January 16, 2025, and January 23, 2025.
The company advised customers to check their labels and barcodes to see if they have been affected by the recall.
The three things customers need to check to see if the jerkey could be dangerous are the barcode number, the lot code, and the expiration date to see if the jerky could be dangerous.
Which products are being recalled
The following products have been recalled:- Original Beef 12ct Pouch (1.15oz)
Lot 6220A – Best By: 25016, 25017, 25018, 25020, 25021
UPCs: 856584004763, 856584004183 - Original Beef 8ct Pouch (1.15oz)
Lot 6220A – Best By: 25017, 25020, 25021
UPCs: 850015892523, 856584004183
- Original Beef Stick (1.15oz)
Lot 6220A – Best By: 25022
UPC: 856584004183
- Original Turkey Stick (1.15oz)
Lot P6220A – Best By: 25022, 25023
UPC: 856584004404
A lookup tool is available on the Chomps website for customers to check if their item is impacted.
“Consumers who have affected products should not consume their products,” the company advised.
“Consumers should instead return those products to your retailer of purchase for a refund.
“Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider."
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Chomps has recalled 30,000 pounds of beef jerky sticks and turkey jerkey sticksCredit: CHOMPS
The USDA is continuing to monitor the recall.
It’s unclear if any other states beyond California and Illinois received the contaminated lots.
Costco has not yet issued a public statement.
Chomps didn't immediately respond to a request for comment by The U.S. Sun.
The Chomps recall comes just after butter sold at Walmart was found to be contaminated with fecal matter.
And celery sticks were recently recalled in 29 states over food poisoning fears.
@everyone
SHOPPERS are being urged to check their fridges after a contaminated batch of butter was pulled from grocery store shelves.
Over 1,700 pounds of the gross dairy product were sold in major retailers, including Walmart, across seven US states.
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Nearly 2,000 pounds of the butter were recalled due to elevated levels of coliform bacteria (stock image)Credit: Getty
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Walmart was one of the retailers carrying the affected butter (stock image)Credit: Getty
The affected butter was found to contain bacteria linked to animal waste, sparking concerns about possible contamination.
Nearly 2,000 pounds of Cabot Creamery butter were recalled due to elevated levels of coliform bacteria
It's a type of bacterium found in the gastrointestinal tracts of animals.
It was distributed in New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and Arkansas.
The Food & Drug Administration records confirm the recall affected over 1,700 pounds of butter, packaged in 189 cases.
The recall was initiated on March 26 after testing confirmed the contamination.
The contaminated butter is Cabot’s 8oz Extra Creamy Premium, Sea Salted variety.
It’s sold as two 4-oz sticks in cardboard packaging.
The affected butter carries lot code 090925-055 and UPC 0 78354 62038 0, with a best-by date of September 9, 2025.
Cabot’s parent company, Agri-Mark, said only 17 packages of the affected product made it to retail shelves in Vermont.
‘Contaminated’ pantry staple sold at Walmart is recalled in 10 states over ‘life-threatening’ issue – check bottle now
The company claims 99.5% of the butter was recovered before reaching consumers.
The FDA has classified the recall as Class III, meaning the product is not expected to cause significant health issues.
However, coliform bacteria, typically found in soil, water, and animal intestines, is a warning sign of potential fecal contamination.
Although coliform itself doesn’t usually cause illness, it could signal the presence of more dangerous pathogens, like E. coli.
The company added that the cause of the contamination was quickly identified and addressed.
The recall affects only the butter, and no other Cabot products are involved.
"Agri-Mark is dedicated to food safety and producing quality products and is always monitoring its products for compliance," the company said in a statement.
The company did not release or provide public disposal instructions.
The safest way to deal with recalled butter is to throw it away or return it to the store for a refund.
SHOPPERS are being urged to check their fridges after a contaminated batch of butter was pulled from grocery store shelves.
Over 1,700 pounds of the gross dairy product were sold in major retailers, including Walmart, across seven US states.
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Nearly 2,000 pounds of the butter were recalled due to elevated levels of coliform bacteria (stock image)Credit: Getty
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Walmart was one of the retailers carrying the affected butter (stock image)Credit: Getty
The affected butter was found to contain bacteria linked to animal waste, sparking concerns about possible contamination.
Nearly 2,000 pounds of Cabot Creamery butter were recalled due to elevated levels of coliform bacteria
It's a type of bacterium found in the gastrointestinal tracts of animals.
It was distributed in New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and Arkansas.
The Food & Drug Administration records confirm the recall affected over 1,700 pounds of butter, packaged in 189 cases.
The recall was initiated on March 26 after testing confirmed the contamination.
The contaminated butter is Cabot’s 8oz Extra Creamy Premium, Sea Salted variety.
It’s sold as two 4-oz sticks in cardboard packaging.
The affected butter carries lot code 090925-055 and UPC 0 78354 62038 0, with a best-by date of September 9, 2025.
Cabot’s parent company, Agri-Mark, said only 17 packages of the affected product made it to retail shelves in Vermont.
‘Contaminated’ pantry staple sold at Walmart is recalled in 10 states over ‘life-threatening’ issue – check bottle now
The company claims 99.5% of the butter was recovered before reaching consumers.
The FDA has classified the recall as Class III, meaning the product is not expected to cause significant health issues.
However, coliform bacteria, typically found in soil, water, and animal intestines, is a warning sign of potential fecal contamination.
Although coliform itself doesn’t usually cause illness, it could signal the presence of more dangerous pathogens, like E. coli.
States Affected
The recalled butter was sold in the following states:- Arkansas
- Connecticut
- Maine
- New Hampshire
- New York
- Pennsylvania
- Vermont
The company added that the cause of the contamination was quickly identified and addressed.
The recall affects only the butter, and no other Cabot products are involved.
"Agri-Mark is dedicated to food safety and producing quality products and is always monitoring its products for compliance," the company said in a statement.
The company did not release or provide public disposal instructions.
The safest way to deal with recalled butter is to throw it away or return it to the store for a refund.
It's ok, man, as long as you only buy from the megacorps or from foreign companies, because all that stuff can be trusted. You can't trust what you grow yourself, of what the local buyers are selling. That stuff might make you sick....
I mean, trust the government, right?
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