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Niman Ranch controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2021

    Alexander & Hornung recalls pork products over possible Listeria exposure

    Recall announced

    Alexander & Hornung recalled 234,000 pounds of fully cooked pork products sold under several brand names after a recall was issued over possible exposure to Listeria monocytogenes. The article reported no associated illnesses. Consumers were urged to discard affected products.

    Company response

    • Recall — Alexander & Hornung

      The recall is being done on a voluntary basis, according to Alexander & Hornung's website.

    Source excerpt

    • Michigan-based Alexander & Hornung has recalled 234,000 pounds of fully-cooked pork products which are sold at Meijer stores and other retailers across the United States.
    • Consumers are urged to throw away any of the products that may have been purchased.
    • The St. Clair Shores-based company has recalled ham and pepperoni products sold under the Wellshire Farms, Butcher Boy, Garrett Valley Farms, Food Club, Alexander & Hornung, Open Nature, Niman Ranch, Five Star, and Big Y brand names.
    Source

  2. 2010

    Former treasurer indicted in alleged embezzlement

    Former Niman Ranch treasurer Gary Steven Gross was indicted by a federal grand jury on allegations that he defrauded the company of more than $1.6 million.

    Source