Health
Fresh Peaches Recalled for Listeria Risk
Health Points
- Fresh peaches sold nationwide have been recalled due to potential listeria contamination.
- The recall covers select yellow and white peaches sold by Moonlight Companies and some Kroger brand peaches.
- Listeria infection can cause mild symptoms in healthy adults but may be dangerous for vulnerable groups.
Some fresh peaches sold across the U.S. have been recalled out of caution after listeria bacteria were detected in a Moonlight Companies facility.
The affected fruit includes yellow and white peaches sold under the Moonlight brand, plus certain Kroger yellow peaches, with distribution to major retailers between September 16 and October 29, 2025.
No illnesses related to this recall have been reported so far, but shoppers might still have some recalled peaches at home.
Which Peaches Are Included?
The recall only covers specific packages and lot codes of Moonlight and Kroger peaches, identified by a facility code “P1.” Packages labeled “Washington” or “Organic” from Moonlight are not affected.
- Moonlight Yellow Peaches: PLU stickers 4401 or 4044; multi-packs UPC 8 10248, 03165 6, 8 98429 or 00209 1.
- Moonlight White Peaches: PLU stickers 4401 or 4404; multi-packs UPC 8 10248, 03163 2, 8 98429 or 00209 1.
- Moonlight White Peaches (Peppermint Peaches): multi-packs UPC 8 98429, 00266 4, 8 10248, 03163 2, 8 10248, 03087 1, 8 10248 or 03186 1.
- Kroger Yellow Peaches: multi-packs UPC 11110 or 18174.
Check for lot codes like 01PCLC, 03PCAF, and others noted in the recall, plus the P1 facility code, to confirm if your peaches are included.
Listeria & Symptoms
Listeria is a bacteria that can cause foodborne illness called listeriosis.
“Healthy adults typically recover in a few days, but listeria can be much more serious for young children, pregnant people, seniors and those with weakened immune systems.”
Symptoms can start just a day after eating the contaminated food, but in some cases, may appear up to two months later.
- Typical mild symptoms may include diarrhea, upset stomach, or vomiting.
- Severe symptoms to watch for are fever, chills, muscle aches, fatigue, stiff neck, headache, confusion, seizures, or loss of balance.
- Listeria during pregnancy can lead to miscarriage, stillbirth, premature birth, or severe infection in newborns, even if the person who is pregnant only has mild symptoms.
If you have eaten recently recalled peaches and are experiencing any symptoms, contact your healthcare provider for advice.
For a full list of affected peaches and more guidance, visit the FDA’s recall page.
