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Vermont Firm Recalls 1,700 Pounds of Butter Due to Coliform Contamination

Agri-Mark recalls 189 cases of Cabot Creamery butter potentially contaminated with coliform bacteria in seven states. No adverse health effects reported yet.

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  2. Cabot butter recalled due to contamination with bacteria found in feces

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  3. Butter Recalled Over Fecal Bacteria Contamination

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Updated: Apr 10th, 2025, 3:04 PM ET

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Agri-Mark Inc. of Vermont has recalled over 1,700 pounds of Cabot Creamery butter due to potential coliform contamination. The recall, affecting 189 cases, is classified as Class III, meaning it's unlikely to cause illness. The affected product is 8-ounce sticks of Extra Creamy Premium Butter made with sea salt, distributed in Arkansas, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont. The company has successfully recovered 99.5% of the lot before sales to consumers. The best-by date for the recalled product is September 9, and it is advised that consumers dispose of or return the product to stores.

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  • A Vermont-based company, Agri-Mark, has issued a Class III recall of over 1,700 pounds of Cabot Creamery butter due to contamination with coliform bacteria, which is partly found in fecal matter, affecting consumers in seven states.

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