Butter recall

On 26 October 2026, a significant voluntary recall was issued for several batches of premium salted and unsalted butter distributed across the Midwest and Northeast regions. The recall was initiated by a prominent dairy processor after routine environmental testing at one of their primary manufacturing facilities identified the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. While no illnesses have been reported to date, the company took the precautionary measure to pull specific lot codes from retail shelves to ensure consumer safety. The affected products were sold under various private-label brands and can be identified by specific expiration dates ranging from November 2026 through January 2027. Health officials have advised consumers who purchased butter within the last two weeks to check their packaging against the list of affected codes provided on the company’s official website. Consumers are urged to either discard the product immediately or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Public health agencies continue to monitor the situation as the facility undergoes a deep cleaning and rigorous safety inspection process.