Cartons of fresh peaches, nectarines, and plums sold in dozens of states are being recalled over possible listeria contamination, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced on Jan. 24.
Jac. Vandenberg Inc. of Yonkers, New York, is recalling 1,727 cartons of peaches, 1,207 of nectarines, and 365 cartons of plums due to the possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a germ that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections for young children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems. To date, there are no reports of illnesses linked to the recall.