Prairie Farms is recalling some of its Gallon Fat Free Milk because it may contain food-grade cleaning agents,
Prairie Farms is recalling some of its Gallon Fat Free Milk because it may contain food-grade cleaning agents,

An Illinois dairy cooperative is recalling some gallons of fat-free milk because they may contain food-grade cleaning agents.

Prairie Farms, headquartered in Edwardsville, Ill., is recalling about 320 gallons of Prairie Farms Gallon Fat Free Milk produced at its Dubuque, Iowa, facility. The milk was distributed to Woodman’s Markets in Illinois and Wisconsin, according to the company's announcement on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration website.

The company said it learned Nov. 24 that some of its fat-free milk may contain food-grade cleaning agents, which may cause illness if consumed, according to the recall notice. After an investigation, Prairie Farms pulled some milk from stores and initiated a recall on Nov. 25. However, about 320 gallons were sold before the issue was discovered, the company said.

What Prairie Farms milk was recalled?

Prairie Farms is recalling certain batches of its Gallon Fat Free Milk. Check your milk for these codes printed on the package to know if your milk is among the gallons recalled:

  • Date code: DEC08
  • Plant code: PLT19-145
  • Time stamp: between 17:51 and 21:23
  • UPC: 7273023117

Where was recalled Prairie Farms milk sold?

Consumers who bought recalled milk can dispose of it or return it to the store for a refund. Here are cities in Illinois and Wisconsin where the milk was distributed:

Illinois

  • Bloomingdale
  • Buffalo Grove
  • Carpentersville
  • Lakemoor
  • North Aurora
  • Rockford

Wisconsin

  • Appleton
  • Beloit
  • Green Bay
  • Janesville
  • Kenosha
  • Madison
  • Menomonee Falls
  • Oak Creek
  • Onalaska
  • Racine
  • Sun Prairie
  • Waukesha

Consumers with questions may contact Prairie Farms Dairy via email at media@prairiefarms.com.

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