Once Upon a Farm, a food company co-founded by actress Jennifer Garner and CEO John Foraker, has voluntarily recalled all flavors of its Tractor Wheel Organic Toddler Soft-Baked Bars. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed the withdrawal on Monday, November 2, 2026, following reports that the snack poses a potential choking hazard for children. The product was distributed at retailers across the United States and Puerto Rico.
The FDA reported that the snack’s composition can cause it to rapidly hydrate into a dense, dry, and sticky mass when it comes into contact with saliva during chewing. According to the agency, this physical change creates a risk for toddlers between the ages of 1.5 and 2.5 years old. The FDA noted that standard life-saving interventions, such as back blows or the Heimlich maneuver, may not be effective in clearing the mass if a child begins to choke.
The recall was initiated after the FDA received three reports of choking incidents involving the bars. The agency stated that some of these cases required emergency medical intervention and observation in a hospital setting. In a statement released on Facebook, Foraker said the company decided to pull the products based on these reports and is currently working with the FDA to remove them from store shelves.
Consumers are eligible for a full refund if they return the items to the original place of purchase or contact Once Upon a Farm directly. The company has stated it "fell short" of parent trust and is taking these steps to address the safety reports. The snack, which was marketed as a nutritious and convenient option for young children, will remain unavailable in its current form.
The company is currently reformulating the Tractor Wheels product line. Foraker stated that the company is evaluating the product and will change the recipe to ensure it meets safety standards before returning it to the market. There is currently no reported date for when the reformulated versions will be available for purchase. For now, the FDA advises that any remaining stock, including variety packs and snack samplers, should be returned or discarded. Consumers seeking more information can contact the company via its website or social media channels.