McCormack Family Farms has announced a recall of its Spinach and Mixed Leaves products due to the detection of Listeria monocytogenes.

This recall has been extended to include additional products and batches, raising concerns among consumers about food safety.

The affected products include various sizes of spinach and mixed leaves, with details as follows:

McCormack Family Farms Spinach / Baby Leaves
  • Pack size: 500g
  • Batch code: All date codes listed
  • Best before: 27/07/2025, 28/07/2025, 29/07/2025, 30/07/2025

McCormack Family Farms Spinach / Baby Leaves
  • Pack size: 100g
  • Batch codes: JC199, JC200, JC202, JC203, JC205, JC207
  • Best before: Various dates from 25/07/2025 to 01/08/2025

McCormack Family Farms Spinach / Baby Leaves
  • Pack size: 200g
  • Batch codes: JC199, JC200, JC202, JC203, JC205, JC206, JC207
  • Best before: Various dates from 25/07/2025 to 04/08/2025

McCormack Family Farms Mixed Leaves
  • Pack size: 75g
  • Batch codes: JC199, JC202, JC204, JC205
  • Best before: Various dates from 26/07/2025 to 03/08/2025

McCormack Family Farms Energise Super Mix
  • Pack size: 100g
  • Batch codes: JC199, JC203, JC205
  • Best before: Various dates from 28/07/2025 to 03/08/2025

McCormack Family Farms Irish Spinach Leaves
  • Pack size: 250g
  • Batch code: All date codes listed
  • Best before: Various dates from 25/07/2025 to 30/07/2025

McCormack Family Farms Rocket Leaves
  • Pack size: 75g
  • Batch codes: JC204, JC206
  • Best before: 31/08/2025 and 03/08/2025

McCormack Family Farms Family Pack Lettuce
  • Pack size: 200g
  • Batch codes: JD205, JC212
  • Best before: Various dates from 02/08/2025 to 10/08/2025

Listeria monocytogenes can cause symptoms similar to flu, including high fever, muscle aches, chills, nausea, and diarrhea. In vulnerable populations, such as the elderly, pregnant women, newborns, and individuals with weakened immune systems, the infection could lead to severe complications, including meningitis.

In response to this critical situation, McCormack Family Farms is actively recalling the affected products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores carrying these products, informing customers of the recall and providing guidance on returning the items for a full refund.

Consumers who have purchased any of the affected products are strongly advised not to consume them and to return them to the point of purchase.

For further information, consumers can refer to the Food Standards Agency (FSA).