Elevated levels of ochratoxin A have been found during sampling. The recall is a precautionary measure and applies to Barley flour 1.25 kg with a best before date: 2025-04-03.
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Sweden – Saltå Kvarn recalls barley flour – may contain Ochratoxin A
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Japan – 130 people suffer food poisoning in Japan after eating eel – Staphylococcus aureus
A total of 130 people suffered food poisoning after eating grilled eel dishes, a popular midsummer delicacy in Japan, that were sold last week at a department store in Yokohama, near Tokyo, local health authorities said Monday.
Those affected have reported symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea, but most cases were not serious, the health center of the city of Yokohama said, adding that the lone death among the ill was a woman in her 90s whose exact cause of death is not known.
The health center said it detected staphylococcus aureus, which can cause vomiting and diarrhea, in the excrement of some of the people who ate the meals.
Canada – Update – Public Health Notice: Outbreak of Listeria infections linked to recalled plant-based refrigerated beverages
This outbreak investigation is ongoing. The public health notice will be updated as the investigation evolves.
At a glance
Do not consume, use, sell, serve or distribute various recalled plant-based refrigerated beverages
| Illnesses | 18 |
| Provinces and territories with illnesses (number of illnesses) |
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| Hospitalizations | 13 |
| Deaths | 2 |
| Gender | 72% female |
| Age range | 7-89
67% of cases are 50 years of age or older |
| Food Recall | Yes, various Silk and Great Value brand plant-based refrigerated beverages recalled nationally |
| Investigation status | Active |
Australia – Update – Paradise Beach Purveyors – Smoked Trout and Chive Dip 150g – Listeria monocytogenes
An update to an Australian consumer food recall has been published on the FSANZ website:
This recall now includes ACT Harris Farm Market.
Paradise Beach Purveyors is conducting a recall of the above product. The product has been available for sale at independent retailers including IGA in NSW. The product was also available for sale at Harris Farm Markets in NSW, ACT, and QLD.
Date markings
Use By 07 OCT 2024
Problem
The recall is due to Microbial (Listeria monocytogenes) contamination.
Food safety hazard
Listeria monocytogenes may cause severe illness in pregnant women, unborn babies, neonates, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. The general population can also become ill from consuming food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
What to do
Consumers should not eat this product. Consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice. and should return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund.
For further information please contact:
Paradise Beach Purveyors
+61413316709
www.paradisebeachpurveyors.com.au
Related links:
Paradise Beach Purveyors – Smoked Trout and Chive 150g recall notice [106kb]
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Canada – Update – Warning not to consume Tire-Lune cheese prepared and sold by the company Cassis et Mélisse – Listeria monocytogenes
QUEBEC CITY , July 30, 2024 /CNW/ – The food recall press release issued on July 22, 2024 has been updated to include a clarification regarding the affected lots.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ), in collaboration with the company Cassis et Mélisse, located at 212, rang de la Pointe-Lévis, in Saint-Damien-de-Buckland , advises the public not to consume the product indicated in the table below, because this food is likely to contain the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes .
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Product name |
Format |
Targeted lots |
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Mooncake Cheese |
Variable |
All lots |
The product that is the subject of this warning was offered for sale only at the establishment named above. The product was vacuum-packed in clear plastic wrap. It was sold refrigerated.
The operator is recalling the product in question. It has agreed with MAPAQ to issue this warning as a precautionary measure. In addition, people who have this product in their possession are advised not to consume it. They must return it to the establishment where they purchased it or throw it away. Even if the product does not show any signs of spoilage or suspicious odor, consuming food contaminated with the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, a foodborne illness that can cause several symptoms, including fever, muscle aches, headaches, stiff neck, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Symptoms most often appear between 3 and 30 days after consuming the contaminated food, but can sometimes occur up to 70 days later. In this regard, pregnant women and their unborn children, the elderly, children and people with weakened immune systems are considered the most vulnerable.
It should be noted that no cases of illness associated with the consumption of this food have been reported to MAPAQ to date.
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USA – Boar’s Head Provisions Co. Expands Recall for Ready-To-Eat Meat and Poultry Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination
WASHINGTON, July 30, 2024 – Boar’s Head Provisions Co., Inc., a Jarratt, Va., establishment, is expanding its July 26, 2024, recall of deli meat products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The establishment is recalling approximately 7 million additional pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products. Whole genome sequencing results show that a liverwurst sample collected by the Maryland Department of Health tested positive for the outbreak strain of Listeria monocytogenes.
This expansion includes 71 products produced between May 10, 2024, and July 29, 2024, under the Boar’s Head and Old Country brand names. These items include meat intended for slicing at retail delis as well as some packaged meat and poultry products sold at retail locations. These products have “sell by” dates ranging from 29-JUL-2024 through 17-OCT-24. View full product list. View labels.
The products subject to recall were distributed to retail locations nationwide and some were exported to the Cayman Islands, Dominican Republic, Mexico, and Panama. The products shipped to retailers bear establishment number “EST. 12612” or “P-12612” inside the USDA mark of inspection on the product labels.
The problem was discovered when FSIS was notified that a liverwurst sample collected by the Maryland Department of Health tested positive for L. monocytogenes. The Maryland Department of Health, in collaboration with the Baltimore City Health Department, collected an unopened liverwurst product from a retail store for testing as part of an outbreak investigation of L. monocytogenes infections. Further testing determined the product sample tested positive for the outbreak strain. Anyone concerned about illness should contact a healthcare provider.
FSIS is working with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state public health partners to investigate the multistate outbreak of L. monocytogenes infections linked to meats sliced at delis. As of July 30, 2024, 34 sick people have been identified in 13 states, including 33 hospitalizations and two deaths. Samples were collected from sick people from May 29, 2024, to July 12, 2024. The investigation is ongoing, and FSIS continues to work with the CDC and state partners. The CDC Food Safety Alert, Listeria Outbreak Linked to Meats Sliced at Delis, will continue to be updated with the latest investigation details.
Consumption of food contaminated with L. monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, a serious infection that primarily affects people who are pregnant, aged 65 or older, or with weakened immune systems. Less commonly, persons outside these risk groups are affected.
France – Icelandic Smoked Salmon – Listeria monocytogenes
Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Fishery and aquaculture products
Product brand name
The scent of the Dombes
Model names or references
Icelandic Smoked Salmon
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3356996220906 2429052 Expiry date 08/16/2024
3356996200007 2429052 Expiry date 08/23/2024
Packaging
vacuum packed sliced
Start/End of marketing date
From 07/20/2024 to 07/31/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 01-333-001 CE
Further information
Sliced Icelandic Smoked Salmon
Geographic area of sale
Regions: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Distributors
GRAND FRAIS, André Butcher’s
France – Assortment of cold cuts 16 slices -Listeria monocytogenes
Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
cora
Model names or references
200 g
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3257986914662 024163 Expiry date 08/10/2024
Packaging
Tray
Start/End of marketing date
From 06/19/2024 to 07/15/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Geographic area of sale
Whole France
Distributors
Cora, Match, Migros
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France – COOKED HAM – Listeria monocytogenes
Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Others
Product brand name
ROUCH CHARCUTERIE
Model names or references
Cooked ham cut, Sliced cooked ham vacuum packed
Product identification
Batch Date
52.01 whose packaging date is between 07/23/24 and 07/27/24 Expiry date between 08/13/2024 and 08/17/2024
Packaging
sliced by the slice or vacuum-packed in 6 slices or for distributors on request, vacuum-packed in 10 slices or vacuum-packed in slices by weight
Start/End of marketing date
From 07/23/2024 to 07/29/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 009 121 001 CE
Geographic area of sale
Departments: ARIEGE (09)
Distributors
Ariège Pyrenees Terroirs and CHARCUTERIE ROUCH Store (Foix St Volusien, Foix Peysales, Pamiers) + Store Truck (Les Pujols, Tarascon, Mirepoix, Saverdun)
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France – Sardine fillets – Histamine
Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Fishery and aquaculture products
Product brand name
Captain Houat
Model names or references
Sardine fillets from the French Pavilion
Product identification
Batch
341670200
Packaging
IN BULK
Start/End of marketing date
From 06/26/2024 to 06/28/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Further information
Sold on the Fishmonger stall
Geographic area of sale
CHAUNY
Distributors
INTERMARCHE CHAUNY
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