Wolverine Packing Co., a Detroit-based meat manufacturer, is at the center of a widespread recall involving over 160,000 pounds of ground beef, triggered by an E. coli outbreak that has affected at least 15 people. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced the recall on Wednesday, covering approximately 167,277 pounds of fresh and frozen ground beef distributed to restaurants across the United States.
The recall affects over 100 products manufactured by Wolverine Packing Co. The contaminated beef was traced back to the company after illnesses were reported to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. Consumers and restaurants with affected products are urged to dispose of them immediately, as they may still be present in refrigerators.
What is Wolverine Packing Co.?
Founded in 1937, Wolverine Packing Co. is a family-owned business that started as a lamb and veal processor. Over time, the company expanded its operations to include beef, pork, poultry, lamb, and seafood products. Today, it supplies ground beef to restaurants and retailers across the country and employs over 900 people. Wolverine Packing Co. distributes products under several well-known brands, including Tyson, Jennie-O, Perdue, Certified Angus Beef, and Western Buffalo.
The company has been involved in a major recall before, in 2014, when 1.8 million pounds of ground beef were recalled due to possible E. coli contamination, resulting in 11 illnesses.
Which Products Are Affected?
The recall includes more than 100 raw, fresh, and frozen ground beef products. These are sold under various brand names, such as 1855 Beef, Davis Creek Meals, Farmer’s Choice, Heritage Restaurant Brands, and Cheney Brothers, Inc. Affected products have “use by” dates of November 14, 2024, for fresh products, and production dates of October 22, 2024, for frozen products. All recalled items feature the establishment number “EST. 2574B” within the USDA inspection mark.
Consumers and restaurants with these products should take immediate action to prevent potential health risks.
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