Two Million Pounds Of Pork Jerky Recalled After Metal Found In Bags

A recent food recall has shaken consumers as a company in South Dakota has voluntarily recalled over two million pounds of pork jerky due to potential metal contamination. LSI, Inc. in Alpena, South Dakota issued the recall after receiving multiple complaints from customers who found pieces of metal in their bags of “GOLDEN ISLAND fire-grilled PORK JERKY, Korean BARBECUE recipe” snacks. An investigation revealed that the metal originated from a conveyor belt used in the production facility.

The affected products, which include 14.5oz and 16oz pouches of the jerky, were sold at Sam’s Club and Costco locations across the United States. Consumers are urged to check their pantries for products with best by dates between October 23rd, 2025 and September 23rd, 2026, with the USDA mark of inspection number M279A. Images of the affected products can be found on the USDA website.

In a statement, the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service advised consumers not to consume the recalled product and to either dispose of it or return it to the point of purchase. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported as a result of the contamination thus far.

Metal contamination in food products can occur due to various factors, including human error on the production line or machinery malfunctions. Companies often utilize testing equipment such as X-rays to detect metal shards before products reach consumers, but instances of contamination still occur.

This recall is not an isolated incident, as earlier this year, metal fragments led to the recall of frozen ground beef, beef and turkey sticks, and frozen taquitos. It serves as a reminder of the importance of thorough quality control measures in food production to ensure consumer safety.