Fresh Cantaloupe (Whole, Fresh), brand name Ayco

AYCO FARMS INC has recalled Fresh Cantaloupe (Whole, Fresh), brand name Ayco, according to data published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall was reported on April 15, 2026 and was initiated on March 24, 2026. It is classified as a Class I recall, which means there is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.

Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the FDA record linked further down this page.

What was recalled?

This recall covers Fresh Cantaloupe (Whole, Fresh), brand name Ayco, with approximately 8,302 cartons affected. The company behind the recall is AYCO FARMS INC, based in Pompano Beach, FL. The FDA describes the product as: “Fresh Cantaloupe (Whole, Fresh), brand name Ayco, wrapped in food safe plastic bags packed in corrugated cardboard cartons; 6-12 melons per box; individual carton count per label. Keep refrigerated; store between 36 40¿F.”

Why was Fresh Cantaloupe (Whole, Fresh), brand name Ayco recalled?

According to the FDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Potential Salmonella Contamination.” In plain terms, this recall relates to Salmonella.

Salmonella is a group of bacteria that is one of the most common causes of foodborne illness in the United States. Public health authorities note that infections can lead to symptoms such as fever, diarrhea, and stomach cramps, and that young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness. Because it can spread through contaminated food, regulators treat Salmonella findings seriously.

What should you do?

If you think you may have bought Fresh Cantaloupe (Whole, Fresh), brand name Ayco, compare it against the product description and identifying codes (Lot Numbers: GC26257, GC26270, GC26288, GC26289, GC26290, GC26294, GC26299, GC26301, GC26307, GC26308, GC26311, GC26312, GC26313, GC26318, GC26325, GC26326, GC…) before using it.

The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official FDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact AYCO FARMS INC or your local health authority.

About this recall

This recall was distributed in FL. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public FDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the FDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.