Fresh peaches sold at Kroger and Trader Joe's recalled over Listeria risk

Two types of fresh peaches sold by Moonlight Companies have been recalled due to a risk of Listeria monocytogenes, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The federal agency issued the notice on October 30, and to date, no cases of infection linked to the detection at a packing facility have been reported.  

The company voluntarily removed fresh white and yellow peaches from stores nationwide. The product was marketed at retailers such as Kroger and Trader Joe's, between September 16 and October 29, 2025. 

The fruit was sold both individually and in multi-packs under the Kroger or Peppermint Peach brands. Individual peaches affected by the recall should wear stickers with PLU numbers 4401 and 4044. 

PLU numbers for the peaches affected by the recall. Source: FDA.

The agency emphasized that Moonlight peaches labeled as organic or grown in Washington are not a part of the recall. 

Consumers with questions or who wish to report a case of Listeria linked to the recall can contact Moonlight Companies by calling (855) 215-5017 during office hours. 

Listeria risks to health

According to the federal agency, "the organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections" in high-risk populations, which usually include young children, frail or elderly people, and immunocompromised patients. 

The bacteria can be especially dangerous for pregnant people, as an infection can result in miscarriages and stillbirths.

Listeria can also affect healthy individuals, who may suffer short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.

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