Wells Enterprises Recalls Blue Ribbon Classics French Vanilla Ice Cream

Wells Enterprises, Inc. has voluntarily recalled 195 cases of its ‘Blue Ribbon Classics French Vanilla’ ice cream due to elevated coliform levels detected in the product. The recall affects a specific lot of 1-gallon clear plastic pails with blue labels, distributed to a single customer in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Consumers and food service operators in possession of this product are urged to take immediate action.

What Products Are Being Recalled?

The recalled product is described as follows:

• Product: Blue Ribbon Classics French Vanilla Ice Cream
• Package: Plastic 1-gallon clear pail with blue label
• Manufacturer: Wells Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Wells Dairy, Inc., P.O. Box 1310, Le Mars, IA 51031
• Pallet LPN: L7396434
• Product Lot Code: 60003 JJJ 19115 18:00 6098
• Best If Used By: 10/07/27
• Quantity: 195 cases

No UPC code has been specified in the recall notice. Consumers should check the lot code printed on the container to determine if their product is affected.

Why Was This Recall Issued?

The recall was initiated on June 10, 2026, after elevated coliform levels were identified in the product. Coliforms are a group of bacteria commonly used as indicators of sanitation and hygiene in food production environments. Their presence at elevated levels suggests a potential breakdown in sanitary controls during the manufacturing or packaging process.

While not all coliform bacteria are directly harmful, elevated coliform counts can signal the possible presence of more dangerous pathogens, including E. coli. Consuming contaminated ice cream can lead to gastrointestinal illness, particularly in vulnerable populations such as the elderly, young children, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems.

The recall was voluntarily initiated by the firm and is currently classified as ‘Ongoing.’ The FDA has not yet assigned a classification to this recall event, and no press release was issued by the recalling firm at the time of this report.

Who Is Affected?

The distribution of the affected product is limited to one customer located in Kenosha, Wisconsin. This suggests the recall may primarily impact a food service operator, retailer, or institutional buyer rather than widespread retail consumers. However, individuals who may have purchased or consumed this product through such channels should remain vigilant.

If you are a food service provider, restaurant, cafeteria, or institutional kitchen in the Kenosha, WI area that recently received ‘Blue Ribbon Classics French Vanilla’ ice cream in 1-gallon pails, check the lot codes immediately against the information listed above.

What Should You Do?

• Check your freezer or storage for any 1-gallon pails of ‘Blue Ribbon Classics French Vanilla’ ice cream from Wells Enterprises.
• Verify the lot code on the container: 60003 JJJ 19115 18:00 6098 and pallet LPN: L7396434.
• Do not consume or serve the product if it matches the recalled lot.
• Set the product aside in a clearly marked area to prevent accidental use.
• Contact Wells Enterprises, Inc. directly for instructions on returning the product and obtaining a refund or replacement.
• Wells Enterprises is located at: South Ice Cream Plant, 1191 18th St SW, Le Mars, IA 51031-3044.
• The firm has been notifying affected parties through email, fax, letter, telephone, and visits.

Official Statement

Wells Enterprises, Inc. has not issued a public press release in connection with this recall. The recall is listed on the FDA enforcement database under Event ID 99231 and was voluntarily initiated by the firm. The FDA has not yet assigned a classification to this recall. The recall status remains ‘Ongoing’ as of the date of this report, and no termination date has been set. Consumers and affected businesses are encouraged to monitor updates through the FDA enforcement database for any changes in classification or status.

Food safety authorities recommend that any food product exhibiting elevated coliform contamination be removed from circulation promptly. Wells Enterprises appears to be cooperating fully with regulatory oversight in addressing this issue.