Clover Hill Dairy Pepper Jack Cheese Recall
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Clover Hill Dairy, LLC is recalling Pepper Jack Cheese Varieties due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on August 18, 2026 and geographically references Maryland, Virginia, New York. 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 - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Clover Hill Dairy, LLC initiated a voluntary recall of certain cheese products after the products were found to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Which Products Are Affected
Clover Hill Dairy LLP, Pepper Jack Cheese Varieties (Snack Pack Assorted Pepperjack Stix (Jalapeno Cheddar, Pepper Jack)). Sold in approximate 0.40-lb (6.4oz) units. Code info: AA051526. Distributed in MD, VA, NY. Recall number: H-1214-2026. Product quantity unknown.
What You Should Do
Consumers should keep the product refrigerated and not consume it. Contact the recalling firm for return or refund instructions.
Why This Matters
This is a Class I recall involving potential Listeria contamination in food products distributed across multiple states.
Source
FDA recall H-1214-2026
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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