Tesco Issues Urgent Recall of Grape & Berry Medley Fruit Product
Tesco has issued an urgent recall for its popular Grape & Berry Medley fruit product following the detection of salmonella during routine testing. The retail giant is urging customers to return the item to any Tesco branch for a full refund, with no receipt required.
Product Details and Recall Information
The affected product is the Tesco Grape & Berry Medley, which comes in a 230g pack size. The specific use-by dates involved in this recall are February 16, 2026 and February 17, 2026. Tesco has confirmed that no other products in their range are affected by this contamination issue.
Tesco stated: "We're sorry for any inconvenience caused. Customers who have purchased this product should not consume it and can return it to any Tesco store for a full refund. No receipt is required. For further enquiries, please visit the Contact page of our website."
Understanding Salmonella Infection Risks
Salmonella contamination poses significant health risks, with symptoms typically appearing within 12 to 72 hours after consumption. The Food Standards Agency has outlined the primary symptoms that consumers should be aware of:
- Digestive Distress: Stomach cramps, diarrhoea (which can sometimes be bloody), and nausea
- General Malaise: Fever, chills, and headache
- Dehydration Risk: Particularly concerning for children and older adults due to fluid loss from diarrhoea and vomiting
While most cases resolve on their own within four to seven days, medical attention should be sought if symptoms persist beyond a few days, if there's a high fever exceeding 39°C, signs of dehydration appear, or if blood is present in stool.
Public Health Guidance and Prevention
The Food Standards Agency has issued specific guidance for those experiencing symptoms: "If you are experiencing these symptoms, you should stay away from work, school or nursery until you have stopped having symptoms for at least 48 hours to avoid passing it on to others."
This recall follows standard food safety protocols where products are either withdrawn from shelves or recalled from consumers when contamination is detected. The FSA issues Product Recall Information Notices to alert both consumers and local authorities about such food safety concerns.
Recent Food Safety Developments
This Tesco recall comes amidst several recent food safety announcements. In a separate development, Brioche Pasquier is withdrawing a specific batch of Pitch Chocolate Brioche 6-pack due to potential contamination with hard white plastic fragments. These products are stocked at various supermarkets including Tesco, Sainsbury's and Morrisons.
The supermarket chain confirmed that the salmonella contamination was identified during their routine testing procedures, highlighting the importance of continuous food safety monitoring in the retail sector.
