IQ Produce Recalls Enoki Mushrooms Over Possible Listeria Contamination

VERNON, Calif. (May 20, 2026) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that IQ Produce LLC is recalling certain enoki mushrooms after product testing found potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. According to the FDA, the recall involves 528 cases of IQ Produce Enoki Mushroom 150g packages distributed through retail stores. Regulators said the contaminated mushrooms could pose serious health risks, particularly for vulnerable consumers.

IQ Produce recall: quick summary

According to the FDA, IQ Produce LLC recalled its Enoki Mushroom 150g packages labeled with Lot# UI775 after FDA sampling detected Listeria monocytogenes in the product. The company has not reported any illnesses so far, but regulators urge consumers not to eat the mushrooms and to return them to the place of purchase for a refund. IQ Produce distributed the recalled mushrooms to retail stores across the United States in green-labeled packaging.

What happened?

The FDA said IQ Produce LLC initiated the recall after FDA investigators collected a product sample that tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. IQ Produce announced the recall on May 13, 2026, in coordination with the FDA.

IQ Produce LLC, based in Vernon, California, distributes fresh produce products to retail locations across the United States. The company sells the recalled product as IQ Produce Enoki Mushroom 150g in green packaging marked with Lot# UI775.

In the recall notice, the FDA warned that “Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.” The agency also stated that healthy individuals may experience “high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea,” while pregnant women could face miscarriages and stillbirths.

Company officials said routine FDA product sampling uncovered the contamination issue. IQ Produce has not reported any illnesses connected to the recall so far.

Affected products

Brand	Product	Size	Best by date	Issue	Affected states or zones
IQ Produce LLC	Enoki Mushroom	150g	Lot# UI775	Possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination	U.S. retail distribution

What caused the issue?

According to the FDA notice, FDA testing detected Listeria monocytogenes in a sample of the recalled mushrooms, prompting IQ Produce LLC to issue the recall. Listeria can cause severe foodborne illness, particularly among high-risk groups.

The FDA confirmed that older adults, pregnant women, young children, and people with weakened immune systems face the greatest risk. Listeriosis symptoms can include fever, muscle aches, nausea, diarrhea, headaches, and stiffness. In severe cases, the infection can spread beyond the digestive system and become life-threatening.

Company officials said they have not received any reports of illnesses connected to the recalled mushrooms as of the FDA announcement date.

Questions you might have

Here’s what you should do

• Do not consume the recalled mushrooms
• Return the product to the store where it was purchased for a refund
• Check the green package label for Lot# UI775
• Dispose of the mushrooms in a sealed container if returning them is not possible
• Consumers with questions can contact IQ Produce LLC at 1-323-889-9301

Behind the brand

IQ Produce LLC is a California-based produce distributor supplying fresh fruits and vegetables to retail markets. The company specializes in imported produce products, including specialty mushrooms commonly used in Asian cuisine.

In its recall notice, the company stated that the recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the FDA and urged consumers to return affected products for refunds. The company also noted that distribution of the impacted lot has stopped.

Other relevant recalls

Enoki mushrooms have been linked to several food safety recalls in recent years involving possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Previous recalls from other mushroom distributors have highlighted ongoing concerns around imported enoki mushroom safety and sanitation controls during production and packaging. Similar incidents reported by Source86 include HH Fresh Trading’s recall of TW Enoki Mushrooms over confirmed Listeria monocytogenes contamination, the public health alert issued for Crawford Sausage Co. headcheese deli meat products over possible Listeria contamination, Made Fresh Salads’ recall of assorted cream cheeses tied to Listeria risk, Slade Gorton’s recall of Wellsley Farms salmon products, and Suzanna’s Kitchen’s recall of 13,720 pounds of ready-to-eat grilled chicken fillets due to potential contamination concerns. Together, these recalls underscore the continuing challenges food manufacturers, importers, suppliers, and co-manufacturing facilities face in maintaining strict sanitation and environmental monitoring controls across the supply chain.

Eran Mizrahi, CEO of Source86, said recalls like this demonstrate the importance of rigorous supplier oversight throughout the supply chain.

“Food safety isn’t just about compliance; it’s about trust. Every recall reminds us how vital it is to maintain transparency, rigorous checks, and supplier accountability,” Mizrahi said.

Broader pattern

This recall is the latest in a broader pattern of Listeria-related recalls involving enoki mushrooms sold in North America. Over the past several years, regulators in the United States and Canada have issued multiple alerts tied to imported enoki mushroom products after routine testing identified contamination risks.

Industry analysts say the recurring recalls underscore the importance of environmental testing programs, sanitation verification, and supplier traceability systems in produce supply chains. Retailers and importers continue to face pressure to strengthen food safety oversight for specialty produce products entering the U.S. market.

Ensuring safe eats

The IQ Produce recall serves as another reminder of how quickly food safety risks can affect consumers and retailers alike. While no illnesses have been reported, early detection and rapid recall action remain critical for preventing outbreaks and protecting public health.

Food companies can reduce the risk of similar incidents by improving environmental monitoring, supplier verification, sanitation controls, and product testing throughout the manufacturing and distribution process. Consumers who purchased the recalled mushrooms should avoid consuming them and either return or safely discard the product immediately.

At Source86, we help food brands strengthen ingredient sourcing, FSQA oversight, private label production, and supply chain transparency so businesses can respond quickly and effectively when food safety concerns arise. Contact us.