Nationwide recall of various HMC Farms fruits due to deadly contamination

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Children, the frail or elderly, and those with weakened immune systems could get serious and sometimes fatal infections from certain HMC Farms products.

Various HMC Farms fruits were found to have potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination, including:

• Whole peaches
• Plums
• Nectarines

The fruit was sold nationwide under several brands, including HMC Farms and Signature Farms.

The lots concerned would have been sold between May 1 and November 15, 2022 and between May 1 and November 15, 2023.

According to authorities, Listeria monocytogenes infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths in pregnant women. Healthy people may experience short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and/or diarrhea.

Although 11 cases have been reported nationwide, no illnesses in Hawaii have been linked to the recalled fruit.

However, concerned consumers are encouraged to contact a doctor immediately.

No other HMC Farms products are being recalled.

For more information, consumers can contact HMC Farms by calling 1-844-483-3867 from 3 a.m. to 3 p.m. HST.