Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
11/10/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/10/2026 17:19
Recall - Family Farmstead (Raw Mild Cheddar; Raw Sharp Cheddar) produced by Family Farmstead Dairy - Potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Summary
Company Announcement Date: November 10, 2026 FDA Publish Date: November 10, 2026 Product Type: Food & Beverages Reason for Announcement:
Company Name: Family Farmstead Dairy Brand Name:
Product Description:
Recall Reason Description
Potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Brand Name(s)
Family Farmstead
Product Description
Raw Mild Cheddar; Raw Sharp Cheddar
Company Announcement
Worcester, New York - Family Farmstead Dairy is recalling all cheddar cheese products because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
This decision follows the company's October 15, 2026 recall of certain raw cheddar products due to potential contamination with E. Coli O26:H11 and O45:H2
Product was distributed in NY, NJ, VT, NH, MA, PA, RI, CT, DE, VA, WV, and TN through retail stores.
Products Affected
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Product Description |
Lot Code/Best By Date |
| Raw Mild Cheddar, 8oz, plastic wrapped | All lot codes dated 10/16/27 and prior |
| Raw Sharp Cheddar, 8oz, plastic wrapped | All lot codes dated 10/16/27 and prior |
No other Family Farmstead Dairy products are included in this recall unless specifically identified by the company.
Consumer Information
Consumers who have purchased affected cheddar products may return them to the place of purchase or contact Family Farmstead Dairy directly for assistance.
This action is being taken as part of our ongoing commitment to continuous improvement and product excellence. Due to the potential of contamination, all Cheddar products with an expiration date of 10/16/27 and prior is being recalled at this time.
Questions regarding this recall may be directed to:
Family Farmstead Dairy Phone: (607) 397-4044 (M-F, 8:00-5:00) Email: [email protected] Family Farmstead Dairy appreciates the cooperation of its distributors, retailers, and customers and apologizes for any inconvenience this action may cause. The company remains committed to producing safe, high-quality dairy products and maintaining the trust of the communities it serves.
About Family Farmstead Dairy
Family Farmstead Dairy is committed to producing high-quality dairy products while maintaining rigorous standards for food safety, product quality, and continuous improvement throughout its operations.
Company Contact Information
Consumers: (607) 397-4044 [email protected]
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