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Israel – The Ministry of Health wishes to warn the public: the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes was found in 1 kg of frozen soybeans.

Posted on February 23, 2023 by | Leave a comment

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Frozen soybeans weighing 1 kg

Frozen soybeans weighing 1 kg

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Australia – Farmland Alfalfa Sprouts, 125g – Salmonella

Posted on February 23, 2023 by | Leave a comment

FSANZ

Product information

Farmland Greens​ is conducting a recall of Alfalfa Sprouts, 125g. The product has been available for sale at Coles in WA​

Date markings

Use By – 27.02.23​

Problem

The recall is due to microbial (Salmonella) contamination.

Food safety hazard

Food products contaminated with Salmonella may cause illness if consumed.

Country of origin​

​Australia

What to do​

Consumers should not eat this product. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice and return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.

For further information, please contact:

Farmland Greens

(08) 9571 1035

http://www.farmlandgreens.com.au

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Italy – Cheese – TUMA D’FE – Salmonella

Posted on February 23, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Salute

Brand : Az. Agr. Christine Draps

Name : TUMA D’FE

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : February 22, 2023

Documentation

Documentation

Brand : Az. Agr. Christine Draps

Name : TUMA D’FE

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : February 22, 2023

Documentation

Documentation

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Australia – Chicken Bacon Pasta Salad – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on February 23, 2023 by | Leave a comment

FSANZ

Product information

Fresh Frontier Co is conducting a recall of Chicken Bacon Pasta Salad, Various Weights (300g, 550g, 2.5Kg)

The product has been available for sale at Bunbury Farmers Market, Campus & Co – Willetton, Cbd Supermarket Plus Liquor, Country Pak, Farmer Jacks  Forrest Rd Fresh, Hannan’s Marketplace By Foodworks, Hills Fresh, Lenards Ellenbrook, Merredin Harvest Fresh Food Market, On The Run Pty Ltd T/A Otr Roleystone, Pause Markets, Ready Chef Go, SJ Fresh Produce and independent food retailers including IGA in WA.​

Date markings

Use By 23FEB 2023

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Problem

The recall is due to microbial (Listeria monocytogenes) contamination

Food safety hazard

Listeria may cause illness in pregnant women and their unborn babies, the elderly and people with low immune systems.​

Country of origin

Australia

What to do​

Consumers should not eat this product. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice. and should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.

For further information, please contact:

Fresh Frontier Co.
(08) 6162 9958

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France – Picnic Break 50g – Mould

Posted on February 23, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Sweet products
  • Product brand name Hosta
  • Model names or references Picnic Break 50g
  • Identification of products
    Batch Date
    L070;BBD04/23 Use-by date 07/04/2023
  • Packaging CUP
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored at room temperature
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Whole France
  • Distributors NORMA SARL

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Quality problem
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Other risk
  • Additional description of the risk Presence of mold

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France – SMOKED SALMON SCOTLAND RED LABEL SLICE – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on February 23, 2023 by | Leave a comment

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Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Fishery and aquaculture products
  • Product brand name DEVELOPED ON SITE
  • Model names or references Red label smoked salmon
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Batch Date
    223953000000 02/10/2023 Use-by date 02/24/2023
  • Packaging Vacuum packed
  • Marketing start/end date From 02/09/2023 to 02/13/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Geispolsheim
  • Distributors E.Leclerc Geispolsheim

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Presence of Listeria monocytogenes
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Listeria monocytogenes (causative agent of listeriosis)

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France – SAINT NECTAIRE FARMER AOP LE BURON – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on February 22, 2023 by | Leave a comment

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Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Milk and dairy products
  • Product brand name PRE-PACKAGED INTERMARCHE
  • Model names or references Portion pre-packaged by the self-service store in the self-service department. TO CONSUME UNTIL 02/16/2023
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Batch Date
    2823546212144 02/16/2023 Use-by date 02/16/2023
  • Products List List_of_products.pdf Attachment
  • Packaging Traditional self-service packaging – pre-packaged cheese
  • Marketing start/end date From 02/01/2023 to 02/16/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health mark INTERMARCHE 4 SEASONS 12000 RODEZ
  • Geographic area of ​​sale INTERMARCHE The 4 seasons Rodez
  • Distributors Intermarché Rodez

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall CONTAMINATION BY LISTERIA
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Listeria monocytogenes (causative agent of listeriosis)

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USA – Tampico Spice Company Cayenne Pepper Recalled For Aflatoxin

Posted on February 22, 2023 by | 1 comment

Food Poisoning Bulletin

Tampico Spice Company Cayenne Pepper is being recalled because it contains elevated levels of aflatoxin, a toxin that can be carcinogenic. This recall notice was posted on the FDA’s Enforcement page, so there is no mention of any adverse events having been reported. The recalling firm is Tampico Spice Company Inc. of Los Angeles, California.

This is a voluntary recall initiated by the firm. The cayenne pepper and seasoning mixes were sold at the retail level in these states: California, Washington, Arizona, Oregon, Utah, Texas, Nevada, and New Jersey. About 5553 pounds of these products are included in this recall.

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Belgium – Chipolata chicken merguez – Salmonella

Posted on February 22, 2023 by | Leave a comment

AFSCA

Paas Food Industries recall
Product: Chipolata chicken merguez.
Problem: Possible presence of Salmonella.

In agreement with the FASFC, Paas Food Industries withdraws the product “chipolata chicken merguez” from sale and recalls it from consumers because of the possible presence of Salmonella.

Paas Food Industries advises its customers not to consume this product and to return it to the Intermarché/Intermarché by Mestdagh point of sale where it was purchased.


Product description:

– Product name: chipolata chicken merguez
– Use-by date (BBD): 02/22/2023
– Batch number: 217174
– Sale period: from 02/16/2023 to 02/20/2023
– Type of packaging: plastic tray
– Weight: 500g

The product was distributed by various Intermarché and Intermarché by Mestdagh stores.

What if you have already purchased the product?
Please do not consume this product and return it to the store. Merchandise will be refunded.

For more information , please contact Ms. Colda (Paas Food Industries) on 089/779983.

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Finland – Quality deviation in protein shakes; the product may spoil prematurely

Posted on February 22, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Epressi

Valio has announced that it has recalled two protein shake products because they may spoil before the marked best before date.

The recall applies to the following products with a best-before date of May 24, 2023:

  • Valio PROfeel® protein shake 2.5 dl orange cocoa lactose-free
  • Valio PROfeel® protein shake 2.5 dl raspberry cocoa lactose-free

Valio says that the aforementioned products should not be consumed and advises consumers to contact Valio via the feedback form on the website: link to the feedback form.

The matter is handled at the Food Agency by Chief Inspector Mika Varjonen, tel. 050 38 68 416, firstname.surname@ruokavirasto.fi .

Pictures of the products:
(Photo: Valio)

Two PROfeel protein shake products.

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