GreenWise Frozen Organic Blueberries Recall Linked to E. coli: Check Lot 60401 in Your Freezer (Publix)
What to check right now: If you have GreenWise frozen organic blueberries in a 10-oz package, do not eat them. FDA says to check for lot code 60401 and best-by date Feb. 9, 2028 because the product is linked to an E. coli O145:H28 investigation tied to a multistate outbreak. The berries were sold at Publix stores in several states.
This is an expanded outbreak update from FDA (updated July 6, 2026). The practical takeaway for families is simple: do a freezer check, then discard or return the affected package and clean up anything that touched the berries.
What product is affected?
- Product: GreenWise frozen organic blueberries
- Package size: 10-oz packages
- Lot code: 60401
- Best-by date: Feb. 9, 2028
FDA instructs consumers not to eat, sell, or serve the recalled product.
Where it was sold
FDA’s consumer notice states the product was distributed to Publix retail stores in these states: AL, FL, GA, KY, NC, SC, TN, and VA.
Outbreak snapshot (FDA update)
FDA reports this investigation is linked to an E. coli O145:H28 outbreak with:
- 12 reported illnesses
- 4 hospitalizations
- 0 deaths
What to do if you have the affected blueberries
- Look in your freezer for GreenWise frozen organic blueberries in a 10-oz package with lot 60401 and best-by Feb. 9, 2028.
- Do not eat, sell, or serve the affected package.
- Discard or return the recalled product, following the instructions provided by the store or FDA guidance.
- If the product may have been accessible to children or pets, remove it immediately and keep others away while you handle disposal/return.
How to clean up at home (to prevent cross-contamination)
Even though the berries are frozen, FDA emphasizes cleanup of anything that came into contact with them. When you remove the recalled package:
- Sanitize countertops and sink areas where thawing or handling may have occurred.
- Clean and sanitize containers, utensils, and bags that touched the berries.
- Use safe food-safety practices to avoid spreading contamination to other foods (for example, keep trash handling and cleanup separate from food prep areas).
For general family next steps during food recalls and outbreaks, FoodSafety.gov’s guidance is a helpful companion, especially if you’re unsure which kitchen touchpoints to clean first.
Where to find updated information
For the exact consumer identifiers and the most current FDA update, check the FDA E. coli outbreak investigation / consumer advisory for Frozen GreenWise Blueberries. You can also review FoodSafety.gov’s recall and outbreak “what you should do” page for a clear checklist approach.
Bottom line: Take a moment to check your freezer today. If you find GreenWise 10-oz frozen organic blueberries with lot 60401 and best-by Feb. 9, 2028, don’t eat them—discard or return, then sanitize anything that touched the berries.
