SunFed Recalls Cucumbers as FDA Probes Salmonella Outbreak

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Above: Whole fresh American cucumber. Image copyright: Unsplash

The Facts

  • Arizona-based SunFed Produce has recalled all sizes of whole fresh American cucumbers sold between Oct. 12 and Nov. 26 after 68 people across 19 states became ill with salmonella infections.

  • The recalled cucumbers, grown by Agrotato S.A. de C.V. in Sonora, Mexico, were distributed to 26 US states and five Canadian provinces through various retailers, including Walmart, Wegmans, and Albertsons.

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The Spin

Pro-establishment narrative

The recall was initiated immediately upon learning of the issue, demonstrating the company's commitment to consumer safety and strict compliance with FDA requirements, while working closely with authorities to determine the root cause.

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Establishment-critical narrative

The widespread distribution across multiple states and provinces and the high percentage of cases linked to cucumber consumption indicate potential systemic issues in the supply chain and food safety protocols that need to be addressed.

Metaculus Prediction

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