Clover Hill Dairy Recalls Soft Ricotta/Requeson Cheese Due to Possible Health Risk
Reason for Recall
June 5, 2026 - Clover Hill Dairy of Mechanicsville, Maryland is voluntarily recalling all Soft Ricotta/Requeson Cheese because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly p
Date Issued
Category
Food
Status
urgent
About Food recalls
Food recalls in the United States are issued by the FDA (processed foods, seafood, produce) and the USDA FSIS (meat, poultry, and egg products). Most are classified as Class I — the highest severity level — meaning the agency has determined a reasonable probability that eating the product will cause serious harm or death. Common triggers include bacterial contamination (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli), undeclared allergens that can cause anaphylaxis in sensitive individuals, and foreign material contamination. Check the lot number, best-by date, and UPC code on your product against the official recall notice before discarding — not every unit of a brand is always included.
What to do if you're affected
- →Stop consuming the product immediately.
- →Check your pantry, fridge, or freezer for the recalled item.
- →Do not donate the product — dispose of it or return to the store.
- →Contact the manufacturer or retailer for a refund.
About Listeria contamination
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that causes listeriosis, a serious foodborne illness. Symptoms — including fever, muscle aches, nausea, and diarrhea — typically appear 1 to 30 days after exposure, making it difficult to trace back to a specific food. Listeriosis is especially dangerous for pregnant women, where it can cause miscarriage, stillbirth, or premature delivery; adults 65 and older; and people with weakened immune systems due to illness or medication.
⚠ If you are pregnant, elderly, or immunocompromised and have recently consumed the recalled product, contact your healthcare provider promptly, even if you feel well.
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