Organic Basil Pesto (Our Local Bounty) – Listeria Contamination (2017)
Class I: A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death
Class I recall indicates potential for serious health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Farming Fish brand Organic Basil Pesto with Watercress, was packaged in 8.5 oz. plastic deli containers. UPC 7 23175 33586 8. The label is read in parts: "***100% Organic Basil Pesto with Watercress *** 8.5oz***Ingredients: ALL ORGANIC Basil, Watercress, Sunflower Seed Oil, Sunflower Seeds, Garlic, Lemon Juice, Sea Salt***The Farming Fish*** Rogue River, Oregon****".
Brand
Our Local Bounty
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
enjoy or freeze by dates: 4/30/2017, 5/6/2017, 5/13/2017, and 5/20/2017.
Products Sold
enjoy or freeze by dates: 4/30/2017, 5/6/2017, 5/13/2017, and 5/20/2017.
Our Local Bounty is recalling Farming Fish brand Organic Basil Pesto with Watercress, was packaged in 8.5 oz. plastic deli contain due to The Organic Basil Pesto with Watercress is recalled because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The Organic Basil Pesto with Watercress is recalled because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticeDistribution
As reported by FDA
CO, IN, OR
Page updated: Jan 6, 2026