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The grocery store and food industry are always making changes. Whether it’s a new store, or a new brand of food, changes occur almost daily. New Mexico WIC works with grocery store chains, independent stores, and food manufactures to make sure we are keeping up to serve New Mexico WIC families.
Recall Alert!
December 2025
There has been a recent recall of shredded cheese issued for 31 states including NM. The affected products were sold at Wal Mart, Lowes, Albertson’s, and Safeway locations. Affected products are:
UPC Food Description
053000071624 Borden Shredded Mozzarella Cheese 8 oz
036800455733 Food Club Mozzarella Finely Shredded 8 oz
036800051447 Food Club Mozzarella Shredded 16 oz
036800129146 Food Club Mozzarella Shredded 32 oz
036800383050 Food Club Shredded Lmps Mozz 32 oz
787420449274 Great Value Mozz Lmps Shred 16 oz
787423532102 Great Value Mozz Lmps Shred 16 oz
211300486702 Lucerne Finely Shredded Mozzarella 8 oz
021130042593 Lucerne Mozzarella Shredded Cheese 8 oz
021130047413 Lucerne Shredded Mozzarella Cheese 32oz
021130049448 Lucerne Mozzarella Rustic Cut Cheese 8 oz
021130049493 Lucerne Mozzarella Rustic Cut 32 oz
036800124226 Food Club Finely Shred Pz (Chdr And Mozz) 32 oz
042798104108 Freedoms Choice Shred Pizza Blnd 32 oz
787422674322 Great Value Mozz Prov Shred 16 oz
As of December 3rd, 2025, the FDA has not issued specific guidance. However, as a Class II recall, the safest option is to avoid eating the affected cheese products.
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Homemade Infant Formula
Parents and caregivers: Do not dilute infant formula and or make homemade infant formula. It can be dangerous for your baby! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3BVjNIJ
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HEAVY METALS IN BABY FOOD
Heavy metals in rice-based baby foods has been circulating in the Media. Baby food manufacturers have continued to work with government agencies to meet regulatory standards and to ensure the safety of their customers. Despite all the transparency, it can be confusing to navigate the issue of heavy metals in baby foods. If you are looking for tips on how to select baby foods to maximize the health of you and your baby, use the links below for some helpful tips and answers to a few frequently asked questions about this topic.