White Oak Pastures Ground Beef Alert: Possible Metal Contamination
Public Health Alert
This is a USDA/FSIS Public Health Alert. Unlike a recall, the company has not issued a voluntary recall, but FSIS is alerting consumers to a potential food safety concern.
A public health alert has been issued for a ground beef product from White Oak Pastures due to potential contamination with metal fragments. Although a recall has not been requested, consumers are advised to take caution.
Products Affected:
- 16oz (1 lb.) plastic, vacuum-packed packages labeled "WHITE OAK PASTURES, RADICALLY TRADITIONAL FARMING, GRASSFED GROUND BEEF"
- Establishment number "EST 34729" inside the USDA mark of inspection
- Stamped with "105761 Sell by 03/19/26"
This product was distributed to Mom's Organic Markets in D.C., Mass., Md., N.J., Pa., and Va.
Reason for Alert:
The alert follows two consumer complaints about metal fragments in the product. While no injuries have been reported, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is urging caution.
Consumer Guidance:
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. It is advised to either discard the product or return it to the place of purchase. For concerns about potential injuries, contact a healthcare provider.
Contact Information:
For questions, contact Mr. Justin Wiley, Processing Operations Manager at White Oak Pastures, at (229) 641-2081 or [email protected]. For food safety inquiries, reach out to the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or email [email protected].
Affected Products
| Product Name |
|---|
| 16oz (1 lb.) PLASTIC, VACUUM-PACKED, packages containing "WHITE OAK PASTURES, RADICALLY TRADITIONAL FARMING, GRASSFED GROUND BEEF". |
Where Products Were Sold
Contact Information
Media Contact
Company Contact Processing Operations Manager, White Oak Pastures Mr. Justin Wiley