Consumer alert: Hannaford recalls deli and produce items over salmonella risk

Recall announcement

Hannaford Supermarkets announced on Tuesday a voluntary recall of six deli and produce items due to potential salmonella contamination. The recall stems from a supplier warning about a batch of ingredients used in the affected products. The items were sold at Hannaford locations across Maine, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts between August 1 and August 15, 2026.

The recall affects two deli salads, three fresh-cut fruit trays, and one prepared vegetable platter. Hannaford said the potential contamination was identified after a routine internal audit flagged a supplier's ingredient lot. The supplier, based in New Jersey, has since halted distribution of the affected batch. No illnesses have been reported in connection with the recall as of Tuesday afternoon.

Affected items and codes

Shoppers should look for the following products with specific sell-by dates and UPC codes. The deli items include Hannaford's classic macaroni salad in 16-ounce containers, with sell-by dates through August 19, and the homestyle potato salad in 12-ounce containers, with sell-by dates through August 20. The produce items are the fruit medley tray, the pineapple spears container, and the mixed berry bowl, all in 10- to 12-ounce packages. The sixth item is the garden vegetable platter with ranch dip, in 32-ounce trays. Full UPC codes are available on Hannaford's website and at the store's customer service desk.

Hannaford said it has removed all affected products from store shelves and has placed internal alerts in its point-of-sale system to prevent accidental checkout. The company is cooperating with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and state health departments in the six states where the items were distributed.

Supplier-linked cause

The recall was triggered by a supplier notification on August 17. According to Hannaford's quality control team, a single lot of green onions and cilantro used in the affected items tested positive for salmonella during the supplier's own testing. The supplier, identified in a company statement as FreshSource Produce of Vineland, New Jersey, said the contaminated samples came from a third-party farm and that all shipments from that farm have been suspended.

Hannaford spokesperson Megan Frost urged customers to act quickly. “The safety of our customers is our top priority. We are asking anyone who purchased these items to discard them immediately or return them to the store for a full refund,” Frost said in a prepared statement. She added that the risk is limited to the specific sell-by dates and UPC codes listed, and that no other Hannaford brand or national brand items are affected.

Health and safety advice

Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in young children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. The FDA recommends that consumers who have eaten any of the recalled items and develop symptoms contact their health care provider immediately.

Hannaford's recall notice advises customers to check their refrigerators and freezers for the affected products, especially if they purchased deli salads or pre-cut produce in the last two weeks. Customers who do not have the original packaging can also check Hannaford's online recall portal by entering their loyalty card number or receipt lookup.

Refund process

Customers can return the recalled items to any Hannaford store for a full refund. Receipts are not required. Alternatively, customers can call Hannaford's customer service line at 1-800-213-6040 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern time. The company said refunds will also be issued automatically for purchases made with a Hannaford rewards card, if the item appears on the customer's purchase history.

This recall is the second food safety action for Hannaford this year. In March, the chain recalled a batch of ground beef over potential E. coli contamination. That recall was resolved without reported illnesses. The company says it is reviewing its supplier verification procedures and will invest in additional on-site audits of its produce and deli ingredient suppliers.

Health officials say the risk of cross-contamination in home kitchens is lower if the recalled items are discarded immediately. They also recommend wiping down any surfaces that may have come into contact with the products, including refrigerator shelves and cutting boards, using hot soapy water or a diluted bleach solution.

Consumers with questions about the recall can also visit Hannaford's website at hannaford.com/recalls. The site includes a downloadable list of the affected items and a step-by-step guide for identifying the sell-by dates and lot codes. Hannaford said it will update the recall page with any new information as it becomes available.