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La Colonia Foods cheeses — possible Listeria contamination
Listeria monocytogenes contamination
Yes. As of Sep 2, 2026, La Colonia Foods cheeses by La Colonia Foods is recalled: the notice was posted Aug 12, 2026 for Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The source rates it a serious health risk.
What happened
La Colonia Foods is recalling several soft cheese products (ricotta-style, cottage cheese, and bulk requeson) sold under the La Colonia Foods, Selectos Latinos, and Clover Hill Dairy names because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. The products were distributed in Maryland and Virginia.
What to do
If you have any of these cheese products with the listed lot codes, do not eat them. Throw them away or return them to the place of purchase. Listeria infection can be serious, especially for pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems, so contact a doctor if you've eaten the product and feel ill.
| Brand | Product | UPC | Lot / codes | Best by | Package |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Colonia Foods | Salvadoreno Requeson Soft Ricotta, 14 oz (367g) | — | Colonia1023 | — | 14 oz clear plastic container |
| Selectos Latinos | Requeson Salvadoreno Ricotta Style Salvadorean Cheese, 14 oz | — | Selec1008 | — | 14 oz clear plastic container |
| Selectos Latinos | Requeson Mexicano Mexican Cottage Cheese, 16 oz | — | Selec1011 | — | 16 oz clear plastic container |
| Clover Hill Dairy | Requeson bulk product | — | Lact1032 | — | 18-lb plastic bucket |
MD, VA
- OPENFDA — primary source, first seen Sep 2, 2026
Brand history: La Colonia Foods, Selectos Latinos, Clover Hill Dairy · Report an error · Extraction confidence 92%
Questions
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Is La Colonia Foods cheeses recalled?
Yes. As of Sep 2, 2026, La Colonia Foods cheeses by La Colonia Foods is recalled: the notice was posted Aug 12, 2026 for Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The source rates it a serious health risk.
What should I do?
If you have any of these cheese products with the listed lot codes, do not eat them. Throw them away or return them to the place of purchase. Listeria infection can be serious, especially for pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems, so contact a doctor if you've eaten the product and feel ill.
Where was it sold?
The notice names no retailer. Distribution: MD, VA.
Which lot codes and UPCs are affected?
4 products listed. No upcs given. Lot codes: Colonia1023, Selec1008, Selec1011, Lact1032. Match the code printed on your package, not the product name.
When did the company start pulling it?
The company started pulling it on Jun 4, 2026. The FDA listed it publicly on Aug 12, 2026, 69 days later.