FDA-PR2026-09-28PATHOGEN

Sierra Nevada Graziers Raw Milk Cheese recalled for E. coli O26:H11 contamination

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What this means

Sierra Nevada Cheese Company is recalling all Graziers Raw Milk Cheese products (Monterey Jack, Jalapeño Jack, Medium Cheddar, and Sharp Cheddar) due to potential contamination with E. coli O26:H11, a dangerous strain that produces Shiga toxin. The FDA and CDC are investigating a multistate outbreak linked to these cheeses, with 13 illnesses identified so far.

  • Do not eat or serve any recalled Graziers Raw Milk Cheese.
  • Return the product to the store where you bought it for a refund, or throw it away.
  • Contact Sierra Nevada Cheese Company at (530) 934-8662 or recallinfo@sierranevadacheese.com with questions.
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Product photos

Image of Sierra Nevada Graziers Raw Monterey Jack Cheese, 8 oz.
Image of Sierra Nevada Graziers Raw Monterey Jack Cheese, 8 oz.
Image of Sierra Nevada Graziers Raw Jalapeno Jack Cheese, 8 oz.
Image of Sierra Nevada Graziers Raw Jalapeno Jack Cheese, 8 oz.
Image of Sierra Nevada Graziers Raw Medium Cheddar Cheese, 8 oz.
Image of Sierra Nevada Graziers Raw Medium Cheddar Cheese, 8 oz.
Image of Sierra Nevada Graziers Raw Sharp Cheddar Cheese, 8 oz.
Image of Sierra Nevada Graziers Raw Sharp Cheddar Cheese, 8 oz.
The agency's original wording
Hazard

Sierra Nevada Cheese Company of Willows, California, is voluntarily recalling all Graziers Raw Milk Cheese currently in the market because due to potential contamination with Escherichia coli O26:H11 (E. coli O26:H11).

Intended for
All ages
Illnesses reported
Yes

Official notice

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/sierra-nevada-cheese-company-recalls-graziers-raw-milk-cheese-because-possible-health-risk

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