tesco fruit recall salmonella: Grape & Berry Medley pulled from shelves after contamination detected
Tesco has recalled its own-brand Grape & Berry Medley 230g packs after Salmonella was detected during testing. The recall affects only packs with use-by dates of February 16, 2026 and February 17, 2026 (ET). Customers who have bought the affected packs are being asked not to eat them and to return them to any store for a full refund.
What shoppers need to know
The recall covers Tesco Grape & Berry Medley 230g with the specific use-by dates listed above. The supermarket says no other products are affected. Shoppers who possess the recalled packs should dispose of them safely or take them back to a store for a refund; receipts are not required to obtain a refund.
Salmonella is a bacterial infection that most often affects the intestines and is commonly spread through contaminated food or water. Typical symptoms include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps. Illness can range from mild to severe, and certain groups — including young children, pregnant people, older adults and those with weakened immune systems or chronic health conditions — are at higher risk of complications.
Health advice and precautions
Anyone experiencing symptoms such as fever, diarrhoea or stomach cramps should avoid going to work, school or nursery until they have been free of symptoms for at least 48 hours to reduce the risk of passing infection to others. Those with severe symptoms, signs of dehydration, or who belong to high-risk groups should seek medical advice promptly.
Good hygiene remains an important preventive measure: wash hands thoroughly after handling food or using the toilet, clean surfaces and utensils that come into contact with food, and keep raw and ready-to-eat foods separate. If you believe you have eaten the recalled product and become unwell, contact your healthcare provider and inform them of the possible exposure.
Retailer response and next steps
The retailer has issued the targeted recall as a precaution following the detection of Salmonella in testing of the specific batches. Staff have been instructed to remove the affected packs from sale. The recall notice stresses that only the two use-by dates are implicated and that other products remain unaffected.
Customers with questions about the recall are advised to contact the retailer directly through its customer services channels. The recall aims to limit further risk to shoppers while checks continue on how the contamination occurred.
This recall highlights the importance of routine testing and rapid action when contamination is detected. Consumers should check their cupboards and fridge for the specified use-by dates and follow the guidance on refunds and disposal to minimise any health risk.
