Category Archives: Food Pathogen

Quebec – Update – Warning not to consume chicken and shrimp wontons prepared and sold by Les Aliments SLC inc. – Salmonella

Quebec

QUEBEC CITY , July 29, 2024 /CNW/ – The food recall press release issued on July 24, 2024 has been updated. The affected product may have been sold in several establishments in the Montreal, Montérégie and Capitale-Nationale regions.

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ), in collaboration with the Food Inspection Division of the City of Montreal and the company Les Aliments SLC inc., located at 7725, rue Cordner, in Montreal, advises the public not to consume the product indicated in the table below, because this food is likely to contain the Salmonella bacteria .

Product name

Format

Target lot

“CHICKEN AND SHRIMP WONTON”

360 g

NO24179EXP27JUNE2025

The product that is the subject of this warning was offered for sale in several establishments in the Montreal, Montérégie and Capitale-Nationale regions. It was packaged in a plastic bag and sold frozen.

The operator is recalling the product in question. It has agreed with MAPAQ to issue this warning as a precautionary measure. 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.

It should be noted that no cases of illness associated with the consumption of this food have been reported to MAPAQ to date.

France – Various Sausage Products-Thierry SCHWEITZER – Salmonella

Gov France

Ham sausage

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Ham sausage

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Lyon Sausage

Gov France

Smoked Meat Sausage

Gov France

HVE SMOKED MEAT SAUSAGE

Gov France

VIENNESE

Gov France

SMOKED ALSACE KNACK

Gov France

ALSACE KNACK SMOKED COCKTAIL

Gov France

Barbecue assortment

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chipolatas

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Herb Chipolatas

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Lyon sausage

France – Crepe cakes – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Prepared meals and snacks
Product brand name
Crepe cakes sold in trays or by the kg on request in the traditional section
Model names or references
Crepe cakes sold between 07/17/2024 and 07/22/2024
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
0233207000000 All lots Expiry date between 07/17/2024 and 07/22/2024
0230207000000 All lots Expiry date between 07/17/2024 and 07/22/2024
Packaging
In bulk or in a tray
Start/End of marketing date
From 07/17/2024 to 07/22/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Geographic area of ​​sale
Deauville and surroundings
Distributors
E.Leclerc TOUQUES Center

Czech Republic – TESCO Chicken breast steak – Salmonella

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Place of inspection:
Tachov ( Sokolovská 2164, 347 01 Tachov )
ID: 45308314
Food group: Meat and meat products Packaged meat

TESCO Chicken breast steak
Category: Dangerous foods
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Salmonella

The presence of the pathogenic bacterium Salmonella Infantis , which can cause a disease called salmonellosis, was detected in the food  .

Batch: 24147102
Expiration date: 15/04/2024
Packaging: PE tray PAP label
Quantity of the product in the package: 0.65 kg
Manufacturer: Seller: Tesco Stores ČR as, Vršovická 1527/68b, 100 00 Prague 10
Country of origin:  Ukraine
Date of sample collection: 04/09/2024
Reference number: 24-000282-SZPI-CZ
The sample was detected by the official control of the State Agricultural and Food Inspection.

New Zealand – Henderson Dairy brand Farm Fresh Raw Milk – Listeria monocytogenes

MPI

Product type Raw (unpasteurised) drinking milk
Name of product (size) Henderson Dairy brand Farm Fresh Raw Milk (unpasteurised) 1 Litre
Batch and date marking Batch 240724 with Use by 280724.

Batch 260724 with Use by 300724.

Package size and description The product is sold in a 1 Litre glass bottle.
Distribution The product is sold at Henderson Dairy, 926 Waipahi Highway, RD 1, Gore 9771.

Consumer advice

Customers are asked to check the batch or date mark located on the lid of the milk bottle.

If you have purchased any of the affected product listed on this notice, do not consume it. Customers should return the product to their retailer for a full refund.

There have been no reports of associated illness in New Zealand. If you have consumed any of this product and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

Customers should return the product to their retailer for a full refund.

Who to contact

If you have questions, contact Henderson Dairy:

  • Phone: 027 286 6488
  • Address: 926 Waipahi Highway, RD 1, Gore 9771.

USA -Supreme Service Solutions LLC Voluntarily Recalls Supreme Vegetable Products Because of Possible Health Risk

FDA

1.	“Supreme Produce Guacamole Chunky Mild”

FDA Publish Date:
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Company Name: Supreme Service Solutions LLC.
Brand Name: (Kroger) Supreme Produce
Company Announcement
Summary of Recall: Supreme Service Solutions LLC. (dba Supreme Produce) is assisting in a Kroger Store recall for items purchased from Weirs Farm Inc. (purchased from Kroger Stores) due to possible contamination 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 headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

Recalled produce was distributed in Kroger retail stores located in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, and Ohio.

Products are packaged in clear-plastic grab-n-go containers of various sizes with the appearance of cut produce. Retail packaged items:

Product Name

Barcode UPC

Best By Date

Pico/Guac Combo 850054894434 7/11/2024 to 7/26/2024
Butternut Squash Cubes 12 oz 850053685552 7/10/2024 to 7/25/2024
Chopped Cilantro 2 oz 850053685446 7/9/2024 to 7/24/2024
Chopped Cilantro W/ White Onions 5 oz 850053685422 7/9/2024 to 7/24/2024
Diced Jalapeno 7 oz 850053685361 7/9/2024 to 7/24/2024
Diced Pepper Tri-Blend 7 oz 850053685347 7/9/2024 to 7/24/2024
Diced Pepper W/ White Onions 7 oz 850053685385 7/9/2024 to 7/24/2024
Fajita Mix Hot 11 oz 850053685781 7/11/2024 to 7/26/2024
Grilling Vegetables 19 oz 850053685842 7/11/2024 to 7/26/2024
Guacamole Chunky Medium 17 oz 850053685897 7/11/2024 to 7/26/2024
Guacamole Chunky Mild 17 oz 850053685880 7/11/2024 to 7/26/2024
Pico De Gallo Classic Hot 14 oz 850053685965 7/12/2024 to 7/27/2024
Pico De Gallo Classic Medium 14 oz 850053685958 7/12/2024 to 7/27/2024
Pico De Gallo Classic Mild 14 oz 850053685941 7/12/2024 to 7/27/2024
Salsa Medium 16 oz 850053685989 7/13/2024 to 7/28/2024
Salsa Mild 16 oz 850053685972 7/13/2024 to 7/28/2024
Snacking Peppers 12 oz 850053685538 7/11/2024 to 7/26/2024
Vegetable Bowl $10 26 oz 860010507131 7/11/2024 to 7/26/2024
Vegetable Kabob 27 oz 850053685859 7/11/2024 to 7/26/2024

*Note: Address line will be specific to store of purchase.

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

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

What You Should Do: Consumers should not consume and discard the product. The product(s) 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.

Consumers with questions or concerns about their health should contact their Physician.

Asking Questions?
Contact the Kroger Customer Support Line: 1-800-576-4377
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri, 7am – Midnight EST
Sat-Sun, 7am – 9:30pm EST

USA – JFE Franchising, Inc. Recalls A Limited Number of Products Because Of Possible Health Risk – Listeria monocytogenes

FDA

Houston, TX (July 25, 2024) – JFE Franchising, Inc. of Houston, TX, is recalling a limited number of products because they may 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 headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. There have been no illnesses or consumer complaints reported to date.

This recall is in connection to a previous recall released by Wiers Farm, Inc. dated July 22, 2024. Products involved in this recall were packed between July 6-19, 2024.

All items were sold in plastic clam-shell containers and sold at select Kroger retail stores in Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia & Jay C Food retail stores in Indiana:

  • SNOWFRUIT Butternut Squash Cubes – UPC 639123880352 – 12oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Chopped Cilantro with White Onion – UPC 639123880062 – 5oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Diced Pepper Tri-Blend – UPC 639123880024 – 8oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Diced Pepper w/ White Onion – UPC 639123880048 – 7oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Fajita Mix, Hot – UPC 639123880406 – 11oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Fajita Mix, Mild – UPC 639123880390 – 11oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Guacamole & Pico de Gallo Combo – UPC 639123880574 – 16oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Guacamole Chunky Medium – UPC 639123880161 – 14oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Guacamole Chunky Mild – UPC 639123880154 – 14oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Pico de Gallo Classic Hot – UPC 639123880116 – 14oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Pico de Gallo Classic Medium – UPC 639123880093 – 14oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Pico de Gallo Classic Mild – UPC 639123880109 – 14oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Salsa Medium – UPC 639123880185 – 16oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Salsa Mild – UPC 639123880178 – 16oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Snacking Peppers – UPC 639123880260 – 12oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Diced Jalapeno – UPC 639123880031 – 7oz Container
  • SNOWFRUIT Guacamole Blender Mild – UPC 639123880789 – 12oz Container

Affected items can be identified by reviewing the product label (exampleExternal Link Disclaimer) for any combination of both an affected SELL BY date AND an affected LOT listed below. A complete list of locations where the affected product was sold is availableExternal Link Disclaimer.

France – Mackerel fillet with peppers – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Fishery and aquaculture products
Product brand name
Unbranded
Model names or references
Mackerel fillet with peppers sold in self-service
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
0207266000000 All lots Expiry date 07/18/2024
Packaging
Produced on a gold cardboard and in a transparent vacuum bag
Start/End of marketing date
From 07/05/2024 to 07/18/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Geographic area of ​​sale
Le Relecq Kerhuon
Distributors
E.Leclerc Le relecq kerhuon

Research – Foodborne bacteria in milk and milk products along the water buffalo milk chain in Bangladesh

Nature

Abstract

Controlling foodborne pathogens in buffalo milk is crucial for ensuring food safety. This study estimated the prevalence of nine target genes representing seven critical foodborne bacteria in milk and milk products, and identified factors associated with their presence in buffalo milk chain nodes in Bangladesh. One hundred and forty-three milk samples from bulk tank milk (n = 34), middlemen (n = 37), milk collection centers (n = 37), and milk product shops (n = 35) were collected and analyzed using RT-PCR. Escherichia (E.) coli, represented through yccT genes, was the most prevalent throughout the milk chain (81–97%). Chi-squared tests were performed to identify the potential risk factors associated with the presence of foodborne bacteria encoded for different genes. At the middleman level, the prevalence of E. coli was associated with the Mymensingh, Noakhali, and Bhola districts (P = 0.01). The prevalence of Listeria monocytogenes, represented through inlA genes, and Yersinia (Y.) enterocolitica, represented through yst genes, were the highest at the farm level (65–79%). The prevalence of both bacteria in bulk milk was associated with the Noakhali and Bhola districts (P < 0.05). The prevalence of Y. enterocolitica in bulk milk was also associated with late autumn and spring (P = 0.01) and was higher in buffalo-cow mixed milk than in pure buffalo milk at the milk collection center level (P < 0.01). The gene stx2 encoding for Shiga toxin-producing (STEC) E. coli was detected in 74% of the milk products. At the middleman level, the prevalence of STEC E. coli was associated with the use of cloths or tissues when drying milk containers (P = 0.01). Salmonella enterica, represented through the presence of invA gene, was most commonly detected (14%) at the milk collection center. The use of plastic milk containers was associated with a higher prevalence of Staphylococcus aureus, represented through htrA genes, at milk product shops (P < 0.05). These results suggest that raw milk consumers in Bangladesh are at risk if they purchase and consume unpasteurized milk.

Research – Impact of Biotic and Abiotic Factors on Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella enterica, and Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli in Agricultural Soil Extracts

MDPI

Abstract

Outbreaks of Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli (EHEC), Salmonella enterica, and Listeria monocytogenes linked to fresh produce consumption pose significant food safety concerns. These pathogens can contaminate pre-harvest produce through various routes, including contaminated water. Soil physicochemical properties and flooding can influence pathogen survival in soils. We investigated survival of EHEC, S. enterica, and L. monocytogenes in soil extracts designed to represent soils with stagnant water. We hypothesized pathogen survival would be influenced by soil extract nutrient levels and the presence of native microbes. A chemical analysis revealed higher levels of total nitrogen, phosphorus, and carbon in high-nutrient soil extracts compared to low-nutrient extracts. Pathogen survival was enhanced in high-nutrient, sterile soil extracts, while the presence of native microbes reduced pathogen numbers. A microbiome analysis showed greater diversity in low-nutrient soil extracts, with distinct microbial compositions between extract types. Our findings highlight the importance of soil nutrient composition and microbial dynamics in influencing pathogen behavior. Given key soil parameters, a long short-term memory model (LSTM) effectively predicted pathogen survival. Integrating these factors can aid in developing predictive models for pathogen persistence in agricultural systems. Overall, our study contributes to understanding the complex interplay in agricultural ecosystems, facilitating informed decision-making for crop production and food safety enhancement.