Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported January 15, 2014
Organic Almonds: Baugher Ranch Organics; Certified Organic by California Organic Farmers May Contain occasional Shell fragments. Keep Refrigerated; 25 lbs. Baugher Farms, Orland, CA
Potential for metal fragments in product after a single wire from metal detector was confirmed to be cut into fragments and not all pieces are accounted for.
Baugher Ranch Organics, Inc recalled Organic Almonds: Baugher Ranch Organics; Certified Organic by California Organic Farmer… - a moderate-severity action.
Organic Almonds: Baugher Ranch Organics; Certified Organic by California Organic Farmer… was recalled by Baugher Ranch Organics, Inc in January 15, 2014. Reason: Potential for metal fragments in product after a single wire from metal detector was confirmed to be cut into…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1378-2014 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Baugher Ranch Organics, Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall-Potential for metal fragments in product after a single wire from metal detector was confirmed to be cut into….
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- January 15, 2014
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1378-2014 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1378-2014) was formally reported on January 15, 2014, with the manufacturer initiating the action on December 18, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Baugher Ranch Organics, Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Orland, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 80 cases (25 lbs per case.
The documented reason for this recall is: Potential for metal fragments in product after a single wire from metal detector was confirmed to be cut into fragments and not all pieces are accounted for. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: En-route to one location in Sarasota, FL.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Food - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Food recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 25,416 food recalls on record
Of 88,001 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,020 are high severity, 64,468 moderate, and 4,513 low. A further 16,157 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
80 cases (25 lbs per case
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
Organic Almonds: Baugher Ranch Organics; Certified Organic by California Organic Farmers May Contain occasional Shell fragments. Keep Refrigerated; 25 lbs. Baugher Farms, Orland, CA
Reason for recall
Potential for metal fragments in product after a single wire from metal detector was confirmed to be cut into fragments and not all pieces are accounted for.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1378-2014 |
| Date reported | January 15, 2014 |
| Date initiated | December 18, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Baugher Ranch Organics, Inc |
| Firm location | Orland, CA |
| Affected scope | 80 cases (25 lbs per case |
| Distribution | En-route to one location in Sarasota, FL. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
- Check the recall number (F-1378-2014) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status with FDA Food before acting, recall details can be updated.
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Organic Almonds: Baugher Ranch Organics; Certified Organic by California Organic Farmers May Contain occasional Shell fragments. Keep Refrigerated; 25 lbs. Baugher Farms, Orland, CA. Recalled by Baugher Ranch Organics, Inc. Units affected: 80 cases (25 lbs per case.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Potential for metal fragments in product after a single wire from metal detector was confirmed to be cut into fragments and not all pieces are accounted for.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on January 15, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-1378-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: En-route to one location in Sarasota, FL..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1378-2014) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product? ▼
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.
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