Pathogens

The lactic acid market: what beef processors should know

eowens@birkocorp.com (Dr. Elis Owens) — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 16:30:40 -0500

Naturally occurring, relatively safe, and effective in fighting bacteria, lactic acid has a wide range of applications in a number of industries, from food to pharmaceuticals to chemical.

Connecticut meat processor gets probation for falsified E. coli tests

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

The owner of a Connecticut meat company was sentenced to two years of probation and a fine of $15,000 for falsifying E. coli tests.

Tanimura & Antle voluntarily recalls packaged single head romaine lettuce due to potential E. Coli O157:H7 contamination

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 10:13:00 -0500

Out of an abundance of caution, Tanimura & Antle Inc. is voluntarily recalling its packaged single head romaine lettuce under the Tanimura & Antle brand, labeled with a packed on date of 10/15/2020 or 10/16/2020, due to possible contamination with E. coli 0157:H7.

Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella Stanley: Wood Ear Mushrooms - Dried Fungus (September 2020)

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 16:02:00 -0500

The FDA, along with CDC and state and local partners, investigated a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Stanley infections linked to wood ear mushrooms imported by Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. of Santa Fe Springs, CA.

Natural Grocers issues voluntary recall on organic elderberries due to potential presence of Salmonella

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 11:32:07 -0500

Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc., a Lakewood, Colorado-based natural grocery retailer, is voluntarily recalling Natural Grocers Brand 4-ounce Organic Whole Elderberries after being notified by its supplier of the potential presence of Salmonella.

CDC investigating Listeria outbreak due to deli meat

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

10 people infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria have been reported from Florida, Massachusetts, and New York; 1 death reported.

USDA releases plan to decrease Salmonella in meat, poultry, eggs

spielmans@bnpmedia.com (Sharon Spielman) — Tue, 20 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -0400

The USDA releases a plan to reduce Salmonella infections from meat, poultry and eggs.

Sauer Brands, Inc. voluntarily recalls certain The Spice Hunter products because of potential salmonella contamination

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 10:47:00 -0400

Sauer Brands, Inc. is voluntarily recalling The Spice Hunter Products listed below due to the potential presence of Salmonella.

Meijer recalls whole cantaloupes and select cut cantaloupe trays due to potential health risk

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 10:48:50 -0400

Meijer, in conjunction with Eagle Produce, LLC in Aguila, AZ., is announcing a voluntary recall of whole cantaloupe and select cut cantaloupe fruit trays and bowls.

Seneca recalls Cinnamon Apple Chips because of possible health risk

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 10:08:55 -0400

Seneca Snack Company, a Washington Corporation, is announcing a voluntary recall of Seneca Cinnamon Apple Chips and Clancy’s Cinnamon Apple Chips due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Outbreak investigation of Salmonella Stanley: Wood ear mushrooms - Dried fungus (September 2020)

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 15:20:24 -0400

The FDA, along with CDC and state and local partners, is investigating an ongoing multistate outbreak of Salmonella Stanley infections likely linked to wood ear mushrooms imported by Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. of Santa Fe Springs, CA.

Country Fresh issues watermelon chunks recall

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 11:09:34 -0400

Country Fresh is initiating a voluntary recall of a limited quantity of watermelon chunks from select stores as a precautionary measure due to a possible health risk from Listeria monocytogenes detected on equipment used in packing this product.

Outbreak investigation of Cyclospora: Bagged salads (June 2020)

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 10:57:14 -0400

As of September 25, 2020, CDC has announced this outbreak is over.

Outbreak investigation of Salmonella Stanley: Wood ear mushrooms - Dried fungus (September 2020)

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 09:36:10 -0400

The FDA, along with CDC and state and local partners, is investigating an ongoing multistate outbreak of Salmonella Stanley infections likely linked to wood ear mushrooms imported by Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. of Santa Fe Springs, CA.

USDA releases roadmap to address Salmonella

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 10:49:46 -0400

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Office of Food Safety (OFS) and the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) have released a plan to decrease Salmonella, one of the leading causes of foodborne illnesses.

Peaches in salmonella recall reached 14 other countries

shillingr@bnpmedia.com (Rose Shilling) — Wed, 09 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0400

Peaches recalled across the U.S. for potential salmonella contamination went to 14 other countries.

Battle versus bacteria heats up

mitchellr@bnpmedia.com (Richard Mitchell) — Thu, 03 Sep 2020 13:00:00 -0400

In the ongoing war against pathogens in meat and poultry plants, bacteriophages are becoming a potentially potent weapon.

Russ Davis Wholesale recalls peaches and peach salsa because of possible health risk

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 10:40:58 -0400

Russ Davis Wholesale (RDW) is recalling Peach Salsa under the Crazy Fresh and Quick & Easy brands in an abundance of caution due to possible contamination with Salmonella.

Hostess Brands, LLC expands voluntary recall of certain Hostess Raspberry Zingers due to the potential for mold

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 10:43:29 -0400

Hostess Brands, LLC (“Hostess Brands”) is expanding its voluntary recall of certain Hostess Raspberry Zingers because the product may develop mold prior to the best by date.

Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella Enteritidis: Peaches (August 2020)

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 10:42:00 -0400

The FDA, along with CDC and state and local partners, is investigating an ongoing multistate outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infections potentially linked to peaches packed or supplied by Prima Wawona or Wawona Packing Company.

ALDI voluntarily recalls assorted peaches from Wawona Packing Company LLC due to possible Salmonella Enteritidis contamination

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 10:22:16 -0400

As a precautionary measure, ALDI is voluntarily recalling assorted peaches received from its supplier, Wawona Packing Company, due to possible Salmonella contamination.

USDA announces public meeting on Salmonella: State of the Science

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 10:18:00 -0400

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Office of Food Safety (OFS) and the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) are hosting a virtual public meeting on Salmonella with participation from the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Outbreak investigation of Salmonella Enteritidis: Bagged peaches (August 2020)

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 09:47:41 -0400

The FDA, along with CDC and state and local partners, is investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infections potentially linked to bagged peaches sold at ALDI stores in multiple states.

Maison Terre issues voluntary nationwide recall of Organic Goldenseal Root Powder due to microbial contamination

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 14:47:32 -0400

North Little Rock, AR, Maison Terre is voluntarily recalling all lots of its Goldenseal Root Powder, purchased from Starwest Botanicals, Sacramento, CA, and repackaged to the consumer level due to microbial contamination.

HelloFresh urgent onion recall notification

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 14:22:24 -0400

HelloFresh has been informed by one of its ingredient suppliers that it is conducting a voluntary recall of its onions due to the potential presence of Salmonella bacteria.

Cheese Dips recall: Fry's Food Stores, Kroger, and Fred Meyer

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 10:30:07 -0400

Fry’s Food Stores, Fred Meyer, and Kroger is recalling select cheese dips sold because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

Kader Exports recalls frozen cooked shrimp because of possible health risk

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 11:18:54 -0400

Kader Exports, with an abundance of caution, is recalling certain consignments of various sizes of frozen cooked, peeled and deveined shrimp sold in 1lb, 1.5lb., and 2lb. retail bags.

FSIS issues public health alert for sausages possibly contaminated with listeria

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 15:00:00 -0400

A recall was not requested because it is believed that all products are no longer in commerce and are past their use or freeze by dates.

Phage technology reduces Salmonella in ground turkey

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 16:30:00 -0400

Study shows treatment can mitigate risk of bacterial contamination.

FRESHOUSE II, LLC voluntarily recalls select mesh bags and bulk shipments of potatoes, limes, Valencia oranges and lemons because of possible health risk

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 11:21:32 -0400

Freshouse II, LLC of Salisbury, NC is recalling the following specific production lots, brands and weights of Valencia Oranges, Lemons, Limes, Organic Limes, and Red B Potatoes because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.