Brand : Freshona
Name : American giant blueberries – frozen product
Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk
Publication date : 2 February 2024
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Italy – American giant blueberries – frozen product – Norovirus
Posted in food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Research, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Pathogen, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, Food Virus, Norovirus
Research – Tomato juice’s antimicrobial properties can kill Salmonella
Tomato juice can kill Salmonella Typhi and other bacteria that can harm people’s digestive and urinary tract health, according to research published this week in Microbiology Spectrum, a journal of the American Society for Microbiology. Salmonella Typhi is a deadly human-specific pathogen that causes typhoid fever.
“Our main goal in this study was to find out if tomato and tomato juice can kill enteric pathogens, including Salmonella Typhi, and if so, what qualities they have that make them work,” said principal study investigator Jeongmin Song, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of Microbiology & Immunology, Cornell University.
Posted in Decontamination Microbial, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Research, Food Microbiology Testing, microbial contamination, Microbial growth, Microbial Spoilage, Microbiological Risk Assessment, Microbiology, Microbiology Investigations, Microbiology Risk, Research, Salmonella
Research – The Investigation of Changes in Bacterial Community of Pasteurized Milk during Cold Storage
Abstract
The quality of pasteurized milk is commonly assessed through microbiological analysis, with variations in storage conditions significantly impacting the suppression of bacterial growth throughout the milk’s shelf life. This study investigated the dynamics of total bacterial counts (TBCs) and bacterial community shifts in milk that underwent pasteurization at 80 °C for 15 s. The milk was subsequently stored at 4 °C for varying intervals of 1, 4, 7, 10, 13, and 16 days. Culture-based testing revealed a significant TBC increase during the storage period spanning 1 to 16 days (up to −log10 4.2 CFU/mL at day 16). The TBC in pasteurized milk exhibited accelerated microbial growth from day 13 onwards, ultimately peaking on day 16. Bacillus was detected through 16S rRNA identification. Principal component analysis demonstrated a significant impact of storage time on bacterial communities in pasteurized milk. Analysis of bacterial diversity revealed a negative correlation between the Shannon index and the duration of pasteurized milk storage. Using high-throughput sequencing, Streptococcus and Acinetobacter were detected as prevalent bacterial genera, with Streptococcus dysgalactiae and Streptococcus uberis showing as dominant taxa. The presence of Streptococcus dysgalactiae and Streptococcus uberis in pasteurized milk might be attributed to the initial contamination from raw milk with mastitis. This study offers new evidence of the prevalence of bacterial community in pasteurized milk, thereby adding value to the enhancement of quality control and the development of strategies for reducing microbial risks.
Posted in Acinetobacter, Decontamination Microbial, Faecal Streptpcocci, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, microbial contamination, Microbial growth, Microbial Spoilage, Microbiological Risk Assessment, Microbiology, Microbiology Investigations, Microbiology Risk, Pasteurisation
UK – Könecke Sp. Z.o.o recalls Yayla Sucuk (sausage) because of contamination with E. coli
Könecke Sp. Z.o.o is recalling Yayla Sucuk (sausage) because Shiga toxin-producing E. coli has been found in a batch of this product.
Product details
| Pack size | 200g |
|---|---|
| Batch code | 10865984 |
| Best before | 14 January 2024, 26 January 2024, 23 February 2024 and 01 March 2024 |
Risk statement
Shiga toxin-producing E. coli has been found in a batch of the product listed above.
Symptoms caused by STEC organisms include severe diarrhoea (including bloody diarrhoea), abdominal pain, and sometimes haemolytic uremic syndrome, (HUS), a serious condition that can lead to kidney failure and can be fatal.
Action taken by the company
Könecke Sp. Z.o.o is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in stores where the product was sold. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached photo of the product.
Our advice to consumers
If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
Posted in E.coli, food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Research, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Pathogen, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, fsa
France – Cooked shrimp caliber 30/50 – Listeria monocytogenes
Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Fishing and aquaculture products
Product brand name
unbranded (sold in the stand section with service and self-service packaged on site)
Model names or references
cooked shrimp caliber 30/50
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
2088466000000 packed on 01/20/2024 Use-by date 01/24/2024
2088466000000 packed on 01/22/2024 Use-by date 01/26/2024
2088466000000 packed on 01/23/2024 Use-by date 01/27/2024
2088466000000 packed on 01/24/2024 Use-by date 01/28/2024
sold without packaging on the shelf with service
Packaging
transparent plastic tray for self-service sales without packaging for sale on the stall
Start/end date of marketing
From 01/20/2024 to 01/28/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Geographical sales area
cora val d’yerres (91)
Distributors
cora val d’yerres (91)
Posted in food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Pathogen, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, Listeria, Listeria monocytogenes
USA – Nam & Son of MD Recalls Soybean Sprouts Because of Possible Health Risk – Listeria monocytogenes
Company Announcement
Nam & Son of MD, Jessup, MD is recalling one-pound bags of soybean sprouts, with the sell-by date of December 21, 2023, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail, or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headaches, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infections can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
The product has been distributed to retail stores in MD ranging from December 14, 2023.
The affected product is packaged in a 1lb plastic bag (retail), labeled under the Nam & Son of MD DBA Sam Sung S & M Food and have a “Sell By” date of December 21, 2023.
NO illness has been reported to date.
The recall was initiated after a random sample was collected and analyzed by the state of Maryland, which resulted in confirmation of presence Listeria Monocytogenes in the product. The company has actively started investigating the root cause of the problem. All retail stores who have this “Sell By” date on the packaging should remove this product from their shelves. Consumers should not consume the products and should discard this product or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumers should contact their health provider with any illness concerns. Consumers with questions about the warning may contact Nam & Son at 443-896-6738 which will be monitored 24 hours EST from Monday – Sunday.
Link to First Recall
Company Contact Information
- Consumers:
- Nam & Son
- 443-896-6738
Posted in FDA, food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Research, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Pathogen, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, Listeria, Listeria monocytogenes
France – Goat log Cheese – Listeria monocytogenes
Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
GAEC of the Barony
Model names or references
goat log from 01/24/2024
Product identification
Batch
batch of 01/24/24
Packaging
paper packaging
Start/end date of marketing
From 01/24/2024 to 01/30/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Further information
ash goat log
Geographical sales area
Departments: INDRE (36)
Distributors
Gaec de la Barononnerie on the Markets of Azay-le-Ferron, Martizay, Preuilly sur Claise, Tournon st Martin
Posted in food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Pathogen, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, Listeria, Listeria France, Listeria in Cheese, Listeria monocytogenes
RASFF Alerts – Salmonella – Polish Chicken Products – Turkey Shawarma –
Presence of Salmonella spp in sesame seeds from Nigeria in Greece
Salmonella spp. in turkey shawarma (with turkey from Poland). in the Netherlands
Salmonella infantis in poultry meat from Poland in Italy
Posted in food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Pathogen, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, Polish Chicken Salmonella, RASFF, Salmonella, Salmonella in Chicken, Salmonella Poland, Salmonella Sesame Seeds
RASFF Alert- Mycotoxin – Aflatoxin – Dried Figs – Pistachios – Peanuts – Groundnuts
Aflatoxin in dried figs from Türkiye in Norway and Bulgaria
Lot of shelled pistachios with aflatoxin b1 and total values higher than the legal limit. REG. EU no. 915/2023 from Iran in Italy
Aflatoxins in pistachios from the Islamic Republic of Iran in Germany
Aflatoxin B1 and total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France
Aflatoxin B1 and total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France
Aflatoxin B1 and total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France
Total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France
Aflatoxin b1 and sum of aflatoxins in in-shell peanuts from Egypt in Italy
Aflatoxin B1 and total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France
Aflatoxins in groundnut kernels from Paraguay in Romania
Total aflatoxins in dried figs from Turkey in France
Posted in Aflatoxin, Aflatoxin B1, Aspergillus Toxin, food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Poisoning, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, Food Toxin, Mold Toxin, Mould Toxin, Mycotoxin, RASFF
RASFF Alert- E.coli – Mussels
Escherichia coli beyond limits (790MPN) in mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis) from Italy in the UAE
Posted in E.coli, food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Pathogen, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, RASFF
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