Cucumbers Recalled Across 15 States for Salmonella Contamination

People are getting sick—here’s what you need to know.

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Cheyenne Buckingham
Cheyenne Buckingham
Cheyenne Buckingham
Cheyenne Buckingham is the former Senior News Editor for Eat This, Not That! where she covered anything from national food recalls to accessible meal-prepping tips inspired by chefs and registered dietitians. Her work can be found in various outlets, including Well+Good, Condé Nast Traveler, Shape.com, HealthCentral, Nike, Runner’s World, GoodRx, Simply Recipes, and more.
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Updated May 23, 2025
Cheyenne Buckingham
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On May 19, 2025, the United States Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced that whole cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers Inc. are being recalled for salmonella contamination. 

The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) and public health officials in several states are investigating a multistate salmonella outbreak linked to the produce item. 

Fresh Start Produce Sales Inc. distributed these cucumbers between April 29, 2025, and May 19, 2025, to stores, restaurants, cruise ships, and other facilities across 15 states: Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.

Whole Cucumbers Grown by Bedner Growers Inc.

  • Product Name: Cucumbers may be labeled: "supers," "selects," or "plains.”
    Notes: Cucumbers may have been sold individually or in smaller packages, and only some bear a label. Additionally, some cucumbers bear different information on the label, from the brand and product names to the best-by dates.
  • Dates Distributed: April 29, 2025 to May 19, 2025
  • States Affected: Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
  • Stores Affected: Kroger, Target, Walmart, and more 

Affected stores include:

Kroger

Whole cucumbers with PLU #4062 and various veggie platters were recalled from Kroger stores in the Greater Memphis area, Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Western Kentucky. Marinated cucumber salads (with a sell-by date through May 26) sold at Kroger locations in Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky have also been recalled.

Target

Nearly 50 sushi items made with cucumbers between May 7 and May 21 are included in this recall.

Walmart

Walmart voluntarily recalled its Marketside Fresh Cut Cucumber Slices (all date codes up to 5/24/2025) in select Texas locations.

A person selects a cucumber from a display in a grocery store

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Salmonella Cases from this Recall

As of May 23, officials believe the cucumbers have sickened 26 people, including nine hospitalizations. Of the 13 people interviewed thus far, 11 (85%) reported eating cucumbers.

According to the CDC, most people who contract a salmonella infection experience symptoms anywhere from six hours to six days after consuming the bacteria. Symptoms often include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. While most people tend to recover within a week without treatment, children under the age of 5 years, adults 65 years and older, and people with weakened immune systems are at high risk of more intense complications.

What to Do With Recalled Cucumbers 

If you suspect you bought one of these affected cucumbers, toss them immediately. The most important thing is to remove the item from your fridge and sanitize any surfaces or other items the affected produce item may have come in contact with.

If you want to learn more about the signs and symptoms of salmonella, refer to the CDC’s informational page.

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