What ground beef is affected by the metal contamination alert?

The alert affects 16-ounce packages of "White Oak Pastures, Radically Traditional Farming, Grassfed Ground Beef" with establishment number EST 34729 and a sell-by date of March 19, 2026.

Where was the potentially contaminated ground beef sold?

The affected ground beef was distributed to Mom's Organic Markets retail locations in Washington, D.C., Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.

What should consumers do if they have the affected ground beef?

Consumers who purchased the affected ground beef are advised by FSIS not to consume it and to either throw it away or return it to the place of purchase.

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USDA Warns of Metal Contamination in Beef

24 Mar

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Summary

Ground beef recalled due to possible metal fragment contamination.
Product sold at Mom's Organic Markets in multiple states.
FSIS urges consumers not to eat the affected beef.

USDA Warns of Metal Contamination in Beef

A public health alert was issued on March 23, 2026, by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) concerning ground beef potentially contaminated with metal fragments. The affected product is "White Oak Pastures, Radically Traditional Farming, Grassfed Ground Beef" sold in 16-ounce packages.

The ground beef, produced on February 26, 2026, and bearing establishment number EST 34729 and a sell-by date of March 19, 2026, was distributed to Mom's Organic Markets in Washington, D.C., Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.

FSIS initiated the alert after receiving two consumer complaints about metal pieces in the product. Although no injuries or illnesses have been confirmed, consuming metal fragments can pose a health risk. The agency is advising consumers to discard or return the product.

Since the product is no longer for sale, a formal recall was not requested. FSIS issued the alert to warn consumers who might still have the ground beef at home. Anyone with questions or concerns can contact White Oak Pastures.

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