Recent Begin Produce Gross sales Inc. is recalling complete cucumbers shipped to 14 states on account of potential salmonella contamination, based on an announcement by the USA Meals and Drug Administration (FDA).

The recalled merchandise have been shipped in bulk cartons from Might 17 via Might 21, 2024 to distributors and wholesalers in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. Mini cucumbers and English cucumbers aren’t included within the recall.

The recall was initiated after the Pennsylvania Division of Agriculture knowledgeable Recent Begin Produce Gross sales Inc. {that a} product pattern examined optimistic for salmonella. The FDA is conducting exams to find out if this pattern is said to an ongoing salmonella outbreak investigation.

Whereas these cucumbers are unlikely to be within the market, the FDA is urging anybody with the recalled product to discard it or return it to the place of buy for a refund. Per the FDA, customers ought to verify with their retailer or place of buy to find out whether or not the recalled cucumbers have been bought the place they store. Customers with any questions can contact the corporate at 1-888-364-2993.

Per the FDA, most individuals contaminated with salmonella will start to develop signs 12 to 72 hours after an infection. Signs embrace diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. The sickness normally lasts 4 to seven days and most contaminated people recuperate with out remedy.