FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ground Beef Products Due to Possible Foreign Material Contamination
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ground Beef Products Due to Possible Foreign Material Contamination
Recalling Firm: White Oak Pastures
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedProduct Contamination
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedWASHINGTON, March 23, 2026 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for a ground beef product that may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically metal. A recall was not requested because the product is no longer available for purchase. The ground beef item was produced on Feb 26, 2026. The following product is subject to the public health alert [ view labels ]: 16oz (1 lb.) PLASTIC, VACUUM-PACKED, packages containing "WHITE OAK PASTURES, RADICALLY TRADITIONAL FARMING, GRASSFED GROUND BEEF". The product bears establishment number "EST 34729" inside the USDA mark of inspection and is stamped on the back with "105761 Sell by 03/19/26". This item was shipped to a distributor, and Mom's Organic Markets retail locations in D.C., Mass., Md., N.J., Pa. and Va. The problem was discovered by the establishment after receiving two complaints from consumers. There have been no confirmed reports of injury due to consumption of this product. Anyone concerned about an injury should contact a health care provider. FSIS has received no additional reports of injury from consumption of these products. FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers' freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. Media and consumers with questions regarding the public health alert can contact Mr. Justin Wiley, Processing Operations Manager, White Oak Pastures, at (229) 641-2081 or feedback@whiteoakpastures.com . Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or send a question via email to MPHotline@usda.gov . For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/ .
Productos Afectados
Translated16oz (1 lb.) PLASTIC, VACUUM-PACKED, packages containing "WHITE OAK PASTURES, RADICALLY TRADITIONAL FARMING, GRASSFED GROUND BEEF".
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Langcode | English |
| Field year | 2026 |
| Field title | FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ground Beef Products Due to Possible Foreign Material Contamination |
| Field labels | PHA-03232026-01-Labels.pdf |
| Field states › 1 | District of Columbia |
| Field states › 2 | Massachusetts |
| Field states › 3 | Maryland |
| Field states › 4 | New Jersey |
| Field states › 5 | Pennsylvania |
| Field states › 6 | Virginia |
| Field summary | <p><strong>WASHINGTON, March 23, 2026 - </strong>The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for a ground beef product that may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically metal. A recall was not requested because the product is no longer available for purchase.</p> <p>The ground beef item was produced on Feb 26, 2026. The following product is subject to the public health alert [<a href="https://www.fsis.usda.gov/sites/default/files/food_label_pdf/2026-03/PHA-03232026-01-Labels.pdf">view labels</a>]:</p> <ul> <li>16oz (1 lb.) PLASTIC, VACUUM-PACKED, packages containing "WHITE OAK PASTURES, RADICALLY TRADITIONAL FARMING, GRASSFED GROUND BEEF".</li> </ul> <p>The product bears establishment number "EST 34729" inside the USDA mark of inspection and is stamped on the back with "105761 Sell by 03/19/26". This item was shipped to a distributor, and Mom's Organic Markets retail locations in D.C., Mass., Md., N.J., Pa. and Va.</p> <p>The problem was discovered by the establishment after receiving two complaints from consumers.</p> <p>There have been no confirmed reports of injury due to consumption of this product. Anyone concerned about an injury should contact a health care provider. FSIS has received no additional reports of injury from consumption of these products.</p> <p>FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers' freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.</p> <p>Media and consumers with questions regarding the public health alert can contact Mr. Justin Wiley, Processing Operations Manager, White Oak Pastures, at (229) 641-2081 or <a href="mailto:feedback@whiteoakpastures.com">feedback@whiteoakpastures.com</a>.</p> <p>Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or send a question via email to <a href="mailto:MPHotline@usda.gov">MPHotline@usda.gov</a>. For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at <a href="https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/">https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/</a>.</p> |
| Field processing | Raw - Non Intact |
| Field recall url | http://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/fsis-issues-public-health-alert-ground-beef-products-due-possible-foreign-material |
| Field risk level | Public Health Alert |
| Field has spanish | False |
| Field recall date | 2026-03-23 |
| Field recall type | Public Health Alert |
| Field active notice | False |
| Field establishment | White Oak Pastures |
| Field media contact | Keith Komosinski |
| Field product items | 16oz (1 lb.) PLASTIC, VACUUM-PACKED, packages containing "WHITE OAK PASTURES, RADICALLY TRADITIONAL FARMING, GRASSFED GROUND BEEF". |
| Field recall number | PHA-03232026-01 |
| Field recall reason | Product Contamination |
| Field archive recall | False |
| Field last modified date | 2026-03-23 |
| Field related to outbreak | False |
| Field recall number export | PHA-03232026-01 |
| Field company media contact | Company Contact Processing Operations Manager, White Oak Pastures Mr. Justin Wiley (229) 641-2081 feedback@whiteoakpastures.com |
| Field recall classification | Public Health Alert |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the UPC barcode, production lot number, or "Best By" date printed on the packaging against the official identifiers listed above.
Do not consume, cook, or serve this product. Do not feed to pets. Seal the item in a plastic bag to prevent cross-contamination.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (USDA FSIS).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ground Beef Products Due to Possible Foreign Material Contamination?
Immediately stop consuming the product and do not feed it to pets. Quarantine the package in a sealed bag so it cannot contaminate other food, and check the lot code or expiration date against this official notice.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (USDA FSIS). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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Resumen
- Empresa ResponsableWhite Oak Pastures
- StatusFalse
- Nivel de RiesgoPublic Health Alert
- DistributionDistrict of Columbia, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia
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