Wellsley Farms Salmon Recalled for Listeria Risk
This recall was posted 1 month ago. Check the FDA source for the latest status.
Slade Gorton & Co., Inc. has announced a recall of one lot of Wellsley Farms Farm-Raised Atlantic Salmon due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This recall affects 2-lb bags sold exclusively at BJ’s Wholesale Club stores.
Products Affected:
- Wellsley Farms Farm-Raised Atlantic Salmon
- Sold in 2-lb bags
- Available at BJ’s Wholesale Club stores in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Virginia
- Sold from January 31 through February 7, 2026
- UPC code: 888670025963
- Lot number: 3896
Reason for Recall:
The recall was initiated after a sample collected by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. This bacterium can cause serious infections, particularly in pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. While healthy individuals may experience mild symptoms such as fever and diarrhea, Listeria can lead to miscarriages and stillbirths in pregnant women.
What Consumers Should Do:
Consumers who purchased the affected salmon should not consume it. Instead, they should return it to BJ’s Wholesale Club for a full refund. Customers can contact Slade Gorton & Co., Inc. at 1-888-628-0730 for further instructions.
As of now, no illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall. Slade Gorton & Co., Inc. is investigating the source of the contamination and taking measures to prevent future occurrences.