Barkly Smokehouse Lux Ham 1.9 kg Recall Over Listeria Contamination

Source: FSANZ · New South Wales and Victoria, Australia

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Barkly Smokehouse Pty Ltd is recalling its Lux Ham 1.9 kg due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, which poses health risks to consumers in New South Wales and Victoria.

What this FSANZ food recall tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by FSANZ on April 7, 2026 and geographically references New South Wales and Victoria, Australia. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — Food Recalls — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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What Happened

Barkly Smokehouse Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of their Lux Ham 1.9 kg product due to microbial contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.

Which Products Are Affected

The affected product is Barkly Smokehouse Pty Ltd - Lux Ham 1.9 kg, with a use by date of 6/05/2026. It has been available for sale in independent retailers, including IGA, in New South Wales (NSW) and Victoria (VIC). No specific model numbers, UPCs, or quantities were provided.

What You Should Do

Consumers should not eat this product. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If concerned about health, seek medical advice.

Why This Matters

Listeria monocytogenes contamination can cause severe illness, particularly in pregnant women, unborn babies, neonates, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals, and may affect the general population as well.

Source

This recall information is from FSANZ (Food Standards Australia New Zealand). For more details, visit: https://www.foodstandards.gov.au/food-recalls/recall-alert/barkly-smokehouse-pty-ltd-lux-ham-19-kg

Original source: FSANZ Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this FSANZ food recall.

What is this FSANZ food recall about?
Barkly Smokehouse Pty Ltd is recalling its Lux Ham 1.9 kg due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, which poses health risks to consumers in New South Wales and Victoria.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by FSANZ. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects New South Wales and Victoria, Australia. Check with FSANZ for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Food Recalls updates?
Browse the full Food Recalls feed on Areazine at areazine.com/au/recalls/food/ for the latest updates from FSANZ and other agencies.