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USA – Wiers Farm, Inc Issues a Voluntary Recall on Whole and Salad Cucumbers Due to Possible Contamination with Listeria

Posted on July 17, 2024 | Leave a comment

Image of salad cucumber sticker label , pack date 6/5/2024 and 6/6/2024

Willard, OH (July 12, 2024) – Out of an abundance of caution, Wiers Farm Inc. of Willard, OH, is voluntarily recalling a limited number of whole cucumbers with a pack date of June 5, 2024 and bagged salad cucumbers with a pack date of June 5, 2024 and June 6, 2024 due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This product was not grown or harvested by Wiers Farm. It was sourced from out of state, then handled and distributed by Wiers Farm. Wiers Farm Inc. is coordinating closely with regulatory officials in connection with the recall.

The potential contamination was discovered by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) through routine sampling.

Listeria monocytogenes is a type of bacteria that can cause listeriosis. Symptoms vary depending on the severity of the illness and symptoms may last from days to several weeks. Consumers who have consumed the affected product and are experiencing symptoms such as fever, muscle aches, and gastrointestinal issues should seek medical attention. For more information about Listeria monocytogenes, consumers can visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website.

There have been no illnesses or consumer complaints reported to date.

Product Details

Product Name: Whole Cucumbers
Size: 1.5-2.5 inch diameter, 6-9 inch length

Product Name: Wiers Farm 2 lb bagged Salad Cucumber
Packaging: clear bag with blue base

Distribution: Select Walmart stores in MI, IN and OH

Consumers should discard product. The product involved is past its shelf life and should already be out of distribution, but if consumers have any product they question, do not consume it, but rather discard it. For any questions or concerns, consumers may contact us at (419) 933-2161 or email us at customercare@wiersfarm.com.

“Wiers Farm operates to the highest standards of health and food safety. We have taken immediate steps to address this isolated incident and we are collaborating closely with the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) to ensure a swift resolution.”

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France – Saint Paulin sold by the slice and freshly packaged self-service – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on July 17, 2024 | Leave a comment

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
unbranded (sold in the stand section with service and self-service packaged on site)
Model names or references
SAINT PAULIN
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
2056315000000 packaged between 06/24/2024 and 07/05/2024 Expiry date between 04/07/2024 and 15/07/2024
sold in the section by the cut between 04/07/2024 and 06/07/2024
Start/End of marketing date
From 06/24/2024 to 07/10/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Geographic area of sale
cora Sainte Marie aux Chênes
Distributors
cora Sainte Marie aux Chênes

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Belgium – Chicken pepper/onion skewers, Chicken pineapple skewers, Chicken cubes, Chicken skewers, Chicken curry pepper skewers – Salmonella

Posted on July 16, 2024 | Leave a comment

AFSCA

kip pike

In agreement with the AFSCA, Paas Food Industries is withdrawing the Chicken skewers pepper/onion, Chicken skewers pineapple, Chicken cubes, Chicken skewers, Chicken skewers curry pepper from sale and recalling them from consumers due to the possible presence of Salmonella.
Z asks its customers not to consume this product and to return it to the point of sale where it was purchased where it will be refunded.

Product Description

Product Name: Chicken Pepper/Onion Skewers, Chicken Pineapple Skewers, Chicken Dice, Chicken Skewers, Chicken Curry Pepper Skewers
Brand: Paas Food Industries
Use-by date ( UBD) (“Use by”): 07/19/2024
Lot number: 1341313
Sales period: from 07/10/2024 to 07/15/2024
Nature of packaging: plastic tray
Weight :
- Chicken pepper/onion skewers: 450g
- Pineapple chicken skewers: 450g; 625g; 3120g
- Chicken cubes: 500g
- Chicken skewers: 450g; 3120g
- Chicken curry pepper skewers: 450g

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Belgium – Tuna steak – sold in the fish section of Carrefour – Salmonella

Posted on July 16, 2024 | Leave a comment

AFSCA

Tone steak

Following the detection of the presence of Salmonella, the company COMPTOIRS OCEANIQUES is today withdrawing the sale of “STEAK DE THON”. This is the batch with the following characteristics:Nature of Product: tuna steak

Product sold in the fish section of Carrefour between 07/09/2024 and 07/15/2024

Lot No.: 3907

Expiration date (DLC): 07/19/2024

All products have been withdrawn from sale. However, some of these products were marketed on the Belgian market before the withdrawal measure. Consumers who have the above-mentioned products in their possession are requested not to consume them and to return them to the point of sale, where they will be refunded.

Foodborne illness caused by salmonella results in gastrointestinal symptoms often accompanied by fever within 12 to 72 hours after consumption of contaminated products. These symptoms may be aggravated in young children, immunocompromised individuals and the elderly.

People who have consumed one of the above-mentioned products and who present these symptoms are invited to consult their doctor and report this consumption.

For any further information, you can contact Carrefour Belgium customer service by dialing the free number 0800.9.10.11,
from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday.

We apologize to our customers for the inconvenience caused.

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Belgium – “Abondance raw milk AOP” cheese from the Itinéraire des Saveurs brand – STEC E.coli

Posted on July 16, 2024 | Leave a comment

AFSCA

cheese

The “Fromagerie des Pays de Savoie” is withdrawing from sale “Abondance raw milk AOP” cheese from the Itinéraire des Saveurs brand.

A microbiological test revealed the presence of Escherichia coli (STEC).

Product :

Product: “Abondance raw milk AOP” cheese

Brand: Itinerary of Flavors

Expiry date (DDM): 02/08/2024 – lots A4157003261 and A4158000761

Expiration date (DDM): 08/15/2024 – Lot: A4164003374

EAN: 3250391408818

Weight: 200g

The products were marketed in Intermarché & Intermarché by Mestdagh points of sale between June 25 and July 12, 2024.

Please do not consume this product and return it to this store where you will be refunded.

Escherichia coli STEC can cause, within a week of consuming contaminated products, diarrhea, sometimes bloody, abdominal pain and vomiting, with or without fever. These symptoms can be followed (5 to 8% of cases) by severe kidney complications, mainly in children. People who have consumed the products mentioned above and who present these types of symptoms are invited to consult their doctor without delay, informing them of this consumption as well as the place and date of purchase.

For any questions, you can call the company Fromageries des Pays de Savoie
at 0033 805 805 950 or via itmai_be_recall@mousquetaires.com

We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

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Research – Salmonella prevalence in raw cocoa beans and a microbiological risk assessment to evaluate the impact of cocoa liquor processing on the reduction of Salmonella

Posted on July 16, 2024 | Leave a comment

Science Direct

Abstract

Salmonella in raw cocoa beans (n= 870) from main sourcing areas over nine months was analyzed. It was detected in 71 (ca. 8.2%) samples, with a contamination level of 0.3-46 MPN/g except for one sample (4.1×10⁴ CFU/g). Using prevalence and concentration data as input, the impact of thermal treatment in cocoa processing on the risk estimate of acquiring salmonellosis by a random Belgian chocolate consumer was calculated by a quantitative microbiological risk assessment (QMRA) approach. A modular process risk model from raw cocoa beans to cocoa liquor up to a hypothetical final product (70-90% dark chocolate tablet), was set up to understand changes of Salmonella concentrations following the production process. Different thermal treatments during bean or nib steam, nib roasting or liquor sterilization (achieving a 0-6 log reduction of Salmonella) were simulated. Based on the generic FAO/WHO Salmonella dose-response model and the chocolate consumption data in Belgium, salmonellosis risk per serving and cases per year at population level were estimated. When a 5 log reduction of Salmonella was achieved, the estimated mean risk per serving was 3.35×10^-8 (95% CI: 3.27×10^-10-1.59×10^-7), and estimated salmonellosis cases per year (11.7 million population) was 88 (95% CI: <1-418). The estimated mean risk per serving was 3.35×10^-9 (95% CI: 3.27×10^-11-1.59×10^-8), and the estimated salmonellosis cases per year was 9 (95% CI: <1-42), for a 6 log reduction. The current QMRA model solely considered Salmonella reduction in a single-step thermal treatment in the cocoa process. Inactivation obtained during other process steps (e.g. grinding) might occur but was not considered. As the purpose was to use QMRA as a tool to evaluate the log reduction in the cocoa processing, no post-contamination from the processing environment and ingredients was included. A minimum of 5 log reduction of Salmonella in the single-step thermal treatment of cocoa process, was considered to be adequate.

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Macedonia – The number of food poisoning in Gostivar is growing

Posted on July 16, 2024 | Leave a comment

Slobodenpecat

A total of nine people were cared for in the Infectious Disease Department of the Gostivar Hospital, with symptoms of poisoning. After the given therapy, everyone was sent home and there were no more serious cases.

According to the initial information, the persons got food poisoning in a restaurant. The epidemiological service of the Center for Public Health took all measures. Samples were taken for analysis, after which we will know the reasons that led to the deterioration of the health condition of the patients and whether it is a bacterial infection.

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India – Food poisoning! One dead, at least 30 fall ill in Tripura

Posted on July 16, 2024 | Leave a comment

Tripura Times

Dharmanagar, July 14: In an incident of suspected food poisoning, one person died and at least thirty other people fell ill.

All of them had attended Pratishtha of Shiva Temple at the house of Arun Nath, resident of ward no-4 under Dewanpasa Gram Panchayat in Dharmanagar sub-division, and consumed Prasad on Thursday last. Since then, they started developing symptoms like fever, vomiting, loose motion and headache and taking admission in hospitals.

The deceased’s son- Anik Debnath, two other persons- Sudarshan Nath and Ashutosh Nath informed the media that the symptoms appeared after taking the Prasad- fruits and Khichdi on Thursday last. They are suspecting it as an incident of food poisoning.

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Finland – Pirkka seeds, nuts recalled over health concerns -Salmonella – Aflatoxin

Posted on July 16, 2024 | Leave a comment

YLE

A batch of Pirkka salad seed mix and Pirkka pumpkin seeds will be withdrawn from sale due to Finnish Customs control inspections showing Salmonella, K-Group said in a press release about its store brand on Monday.

In the same inspection, aflatoxin levels also exceeding the EU legal limit were found in K-Menu-branded peanuts. Aflatoxin is a mould toxin that can form in products stored in humid and warm conditions. The products are dangerous and should not be consumed.

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USA – FDA Enforcement Report – Solata Foods – Spinach – Greens – Recall – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on July 16, 2024 | Leave a comment

FDA

Event ID:

94895

Voluntary / Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Product Type:

Food

Initial Firm Notification of Consignee or Public:

Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

Status: Completed

1. Greens Solata Spinach; 10×9 bag; UPC: 854311007391 /2. Greens Full Circle Organic Baby Spinach; 6×10 Clamshell; UPC: 036800490512 /3. Greens Solata Baby Spinach 6×10 clamshell; UPC: 85002149475 / 4. Greens Gaia Organic Baby Spinach 6×10 clamshell; UPC: 850021494837 /5. Greens Full Circle Organic Baby Spinach; 6×16 clamshell; UPC: 036800288251 more…

F-1476-2024

Class I

Expiration dates 6/20/24 and 6/24/24

4382 lbs total