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URGENT: Popular Ricotta Pulled Over Contamination Risk
13 Feb
Summary
- La Vera Fresh Ricotta recalled due to potential E. coli contamination.
- Affected batches have use-by dates from Feb 28 to March 6, 2026.
- Shoppers urged to return product for a full refund.
Batches of La Vera Fresh Ricotta 500g are being recalled following an alert from Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) due to potential E. coli contamination. This recall impacts major supermarket shelves, including IGA stores in South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, and Western Australia.
The presence of E. coli can lead to serious health issues such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, fever, and diarrhea. While most recover naturally, severe dehydration can result in kidney complications.
The specific batches affected by this recall are those with use-by dates of February 28, 2026, March 4, 2026, March 5, 2026, and March 6, 2026. La Vera Group is working with retailers to immediately remove the product from sale.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled ricotta are strongly advised not to consume it. They should return the product to their place of purchase to receive a full refund. FSANZ recommends seeking medical advice if concerned about health effects.
