No. Rogers Foods oats, oat bran, wheat bran, wheat germ, and oat-based uncooked cereal blends containing porridge are agricultural products and are not ready-to-eat.

For best food safety, these products are intended to be cooked, baked, or toasted before eating, as outlined on the package.

The “do not eat raw” and “wash your hands” instructions are there as a precaution: like flour, raw grains can carry naturally occurring bacteria picked up during growing, harvesting, storage, or handling. Washing hands after handling dry grains and keeping counters, utensils, and bowls clean helps prevent cross-contamination of other foods.

Cook before consuming, especially for young children, older adults, pregnant people, or anyone with a weakened immune system.