2024 Boar’s Head Deli Meat Listeria Outbreak
The simple act of eating a sandwich made with recalled Boar’s Head deli meat turned into a nightmare for many between July and November 2024. Contamination of Boar’s Head meats led to hospital stays, long-term health complications, and even deaths.
What to know about the 2024 Boar’s Head listeria deli meat recall
Listeria is a dangerous bacterium that can contaminate food. It can be deadly for pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems.
- The recalled Boar’s Head meats were produced between June 11, 2024 and July 17, 2024.
- They have a 44 day shelf life.
- These markings on the packaging confirm that the meat was made in the Jarret, VA facility:
- EST. 12612
- P-12613
Boar’s Head Listeria Recall Timeline
Boar’s Head, a well-known producer of deli meats, admitted to a widespread listeria outbreak traced back to its Jarrett, Virginia processing plant.
- July 19th – CDC announced a listeria outbreak, but did not release information about the source.
- July 26th – Boar’s Head recalled its ready to eat liverwurst products.
- July 30th – Boar’s Head expands the recall to include EVERY item produced in the Jarrett, VA facility.
- August 29 – Health and safety inspection records were released, announcing that inspectors had found mold, mildew, insects and puddles of blood at the Virginia processing plant.
- September 13: The Jarratt, VA facility is closed permanently.
- November 21: The CDC announces that the listeria outbreak is over.
Fast Facts
- The recall included 7-million pounds of deli meats.
- Contaminated meats were sold across 18 states.
- In total, the listeria outbreak led to 10 deaths and at least 60 hospitalizations.
- Investigators found evidence of:
- Poor sanitation practices
- Bugs, both live and dead
- Mildew and mold
- Product residue on equipment
- An excessively damp environment
- Cracks, holes, and broken flooring
Why work with mctlaw on a Boar’s Head listeria lawsuit
Mctlaw’s Florida office is located blocks away from the Boar’s Head corporate headquarters in downtown Sarasota. Mctlaw attorneys are nationally focused, but in this case, we are also locally based in the same place as Boar’s Head corporate headquarters. That gives our attorneys a home field advantage when filing your lawsuit, no matter where you got sick after eating the infected meat.
List of recalled Boar’s Head meats linked to the 2024 listeria outbreak
The following table lists the specific Boar’s Head deli meats that were recalled due to potential listeria contamination during the 2024 outbreak. If you or a loved one consumed any of these products and became ill, you may have grounds for a legal claim.
Boar’s Head Recalled Deli Meats
| Category | Product Name |
|---|---|
| Ham | All Natural Applewood Smoked Uncured Ham, All Natural Traditional Uncured Ham, BourbonRidge Uncured Smoked Ham, Brown Sugar & Spice Off the Bone Ham, Gourmet Pepper Brand Ham, Hickory Smoked Roast Uncured Ham, Italian Cappy Ham, Hot Italian Cappy Style Ham, Extra Hot Italian Cappy Style Ham, Maple Glazed Roast Pork Loin, Peppenero Garlic Ham, Porchetta Roasted Seasoned Pork (Foodservice), Roasted Pork, Rosemary & Sundried Tomato Ham, SmokeMaster Beechwood Smoked Ham, Sweet Slice Smoked Uncured Ham, Tavern Ham, Virginia Ham |
| Bologna | Pork & Beef Bologna, 33% Lower Sodium Bologna, Beef Bologna, Beef Salami, Garlic Bologna, Head Cheese Strassburger Brand Liverwurst, Liverwurst Pate, Olive Terrine Loaf, Pickle & Pepper Terrine Loaf, Spiced Ham, |
| Bacon | Canadian Style Uncured Bacon, Steakhouse Roasted Slab Bacon |
| Frankfurters | Uncured Pork & Beef Frankfurters, Uncured Beef Frankfurters, Uncured Beef Frankfurters- Natural Casing, Uncured Cocktail Frankfurters, Uncured Beef Knockwurst |
| Sausage | Bratwurst, Hot Smoked Uncured Sausage, Uncured Kielbasa, All Natural Chicken Sausage - Smoked Andouille |
| Old Country | Old Country Brand All Nat Uncured Smoked Ham, Old Country Brand All Natural Uncured Ham, Old Country Brand Beechwood Smoked Ham, Old Country Brand BourbonRidge Smoked Ham, Old Country Brand Cappy Brand Ham, Old Country Brand Gourmet Pepper Ham, Old Country Brand Habanero Ham, Old Country Brand Rosemary Tomato Ham, Old Country Brand Black Forest Ham, Old Country Brand Canadian Style Bacon, Old Country Brand Cappy Ham, Old Country Brand Hot Butt Cappy Ham, Old Country Brand Seasoned Fresh Ham, Old Country Brand Sweet Slice Smoked Ham, Old Country Brand Tavern Ham |
How do I know if I have a Boar’s Head listeria injury case?
You may have a case if you or a loved one has been diagnosed with listeriosis or related injury after eating Boar’s Head deli meats. Our team will review the details of your situation during your free consultation to determine the best course of action.
The aftermath of the Boar’s Head listeria outbreak has been devastating for many, but you don’t have to face this challenge alone. Our dedicated team of attorneys is here to fight for your rights and help you obtain the compensation you deserve.
Additional citations:
https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2024/09/16/boars-head-deli-meat-listeria-timeline/75253009007
https://www.npr.org/2025/01/11/nx-s1-5256921/boars-head-listeria-outbreak-usda-investigation
