JFE Franchising recalls Snow Fruit peach salsa over possible Listeria contamination

HOUSTON, TX (November 4, 2025) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that JFE Franchising, Inc. is voluntarily recalling select lots of its Snow Fruit Peach Salsa after discovering the product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. According to the FDA, the recall was initiated out of caution following a related recall involving peaches supplied by Moonlight Companies.

JFE Franchising recall: quick summary

The Houston-based company voluntarily recalled a limited batch of its Snow Fruit Peach Salsa sold through Kroger stores nationwide. Moonlight Companies recalled California-grown yellow and white peaches used as ingredients in JFE’s salsa, prompting this action. Although no illnesses or consumer complaints have been reported so far, JFE and federal regulators urge consumers not to consume the affected products.

The recall underscores the continued vigilance required when it comes to ready-to-eat products made with fresh fruit, a category vulnerable to bacterial contamination. JFE emphasized that this recall reflects its “commitment to consumer safety and regulatory compliance.”

What happened?

According to the FDA, JFE Franchising initiated the recall on November 3, 2025, after learning that Moonlight Companies had recalled its California-grown peaches due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Those peaches were supplied to Kroger and used in the Snow Fruit Peach Salsa.

The company told regulators it became aware of the issue through communication with suppliers and moved quickly to remove affected items from shelves. JFE Franchising packaged all recalled salsa in clear plastic clamshell containers labeled “Snow Fruit Peach Salsa” and priced it at $5.99 for 16 ounces. The company distributed the product through Kroger stores across multiple U.S. states.

In its recall alert, the FDA warned that “Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.” The agency added that healthy individuals may experience short-term symptoms such as fever, headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.

Affected products

Brand	Product	Size	UPC	Best by date	Issue	Affected states
Snow Fruit	Peach Salsa	16 oz	639123940636	11/3–11/4/2025	Listeria monocytogenes contamination	Nationwide (via Kroger)

What caused the issue?

According to the FDA notice, the contamination risk stems from Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium often found in soil, water, and raw produce. The agency confirmed that no illnesses have been reported to date, but noted that vulnerable populations (including pregnant individuals, newborns, and those with weakened immune systems) face the highest risk.

Symptoms of Listeria infection include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases, it can lead to bloodstream infection or miscarriage.

Questions you might have

What should I do if I have already eaten the recalled salsa?
If you experience symptoms such as fever, headache, or stomach pain after consuming the product, contact a healthcare provider immediately.

How can I tell if I have the affected product?
Check the Snow Fruit Peach Salsa label for the UPC 639123940636 and sell-by dates between November 3 and 4, 2025.

Are there any reported illnesses?
As of November 4, 2025, the FDA confirmed that no illnesses or complaints have been reported.

Here’s what you should do

• Do not consume the recalled product.
• Look for the UPC and sell-by dates on the bottom or side of the container.
• Return the item to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely.
• Contact JFE Franchising at [email protected] with any questions.

Behind the brand

JFE Franchising, Inc., headquartered in Houston, produces and distributes a variety of ready-to-eat foods, including salsas and sushi items for grocery retailers. The company said it has “ceased distribution of the affected product” and is “working closely with the FDA and its retail partners to ensure consumer safety.”

Source86 reached out to JFE Franchising for further comment, but has not yet received a response.

Other relevant recalls

This marks the latest recall connected to Moonlight Companies’ peaches, which also prompted recent withdrawals of fruit-based products across major retailers. Other companies affected by the same contaminator include M.C.I. Foods, Inc., Sprouts Farmers Market, and Sno Pac Foods, all which issued similar recalls in coordination with the FDA.

“Listeria monocytogenes may survive in the environment if there are not good sanitation procedures in place. Because it survives in cold, wet environments, it can be found in drains or other areas of condensation within a plant, such as the ceiling or light fixtures.” — Fadi Aramouni, extension specialist and professor of food science at Kansas State University.

Eran Mizrahi, CEO of Source86, said that while this specific recall focuses on one ingredient, it highlights a broader issue in the food industry: “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.”

Ensuring safe eats

The Snow Fruit recall underscores how interconnected today’s food supply chains are, and how one supplier issue can ripple across multiple brands. Preventing contamination means reinforcing quality checks at every level, from farm to packaging.

Consumers should check their refrigerators and discard any affected Snow Fruit Peach Salsa immediately.

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