Category Archives: Food Pathogen

Canada – Updated Food Recall Warning – Cahills brand Porter Irish Cheddar recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes

CFIA

Recall details

Ottawa, July 27, 2021 – The food recall warning issued on July 23, 2021 has been updated to include additional product information.

Whole Foods Market is recalling Cahills brand Porter Irish Cheddar from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers should not consume the recalled product described below.

The following product has been sold from the following Whole Foods Market locations in Ontario:

  • 951 Bank Street, Ottawa
  • 87 Avenue Road, Toronto.

Recalled product

Brand Product Size UPC Codes
Cahills Porter Irish Cheddar Variable Starting with 0293579 Sold from June 23, 2021 to July 23, 2021, inclusive

What you should do

If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, call your doctor.

Check to see if you have the recalled product in your home. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the store where they were purchased.

Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Symptoms can include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache and neck stiffness. Pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are particularly at risk. Although infected pregnant women may experience only mild, flu-like symptoms, the infection can lead to premature delivery, infection of the newborn or even stillbirth. In severe cases of illness, people may die.

Background

This recall was triggered by the company. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of other products. If other high-risk products are recalled, the CFIA will notify the public through updated Food Recall Warnings.

The CFIA is verifying that industry is removing the recalled product from the marketplace.

Illnesses

There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product.

Product photos

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  • Cahills – Porter Irish Cheddar (store-printed label)

Public enquiries and media

Public enquiries
Toll-free: 1-800-442-2342 (Canada and U.S.)
Telephone: 1-613-773-2342 (local or international)
Email: information@inspection.gc.ca
Media relations
Telephone: 613-773-6600
Email: cfia.media.acia@inspection.gc.ca

UK – Update 1 : Cahill’s Farm Cheese recalls several cheese products because of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes

FSA

Cahill’s Farm Cheese is recalling a number of cheese products because Listeria monocytogenes has been found in the product. The product recall information notice, (PRIN) has been updated to include additional products and batches and replaces the original PRIN.

Product details

Cahill’s Original Irish Porter Cheddar
Product code CH1139, 490832, and CH1458
Pack size All pack types and sizes
Cahill’s Irish Whiskey Cheese
Product code CH1142 and CH1459
Pack size All pack types and sizes
Cahill’s Ardagh Wine Cheese
Product code CH1140 and CH1460
Pack size All pack types and sizes

Risk statement

The presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the product listed above.

Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea. However, in rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications, such as meningitis.

Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.

Action taken by the company

Cahill’s Farm Cheese is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.

Our advice to consumers

If you have bought any of the above products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.

Denmark – Listeria in Chicken-Turkey Meatballs

DVFA

Normeat A / S is recalling a batch of Chicken-Turkey Meatballs, as a random check has found listeria at the end of its shelf life.

Recalled Foods , Published: July 27, 2021

Modified July 27, 2021

What food:
Chicken-Turkey Kødbøller
Net Contents: 700 grams
Production date: 06.10.2021
Best before date: 07.15.2021
EAN bar code: 5 707196 258691

Sold in:
Shops in Coop chain.

Company recalling:
Normeat A / S

Cause:
There is a risk that the product may contain listeria, as a random check has found listeria at the end of its shelf life. The product has expired on shelf life, but some consumers may have chosen to freeze the product.

Risk:
Infection with listeria bacteria, where the symptoms can include flu-like symptoms, fever and headaches and in rare cases gastrointestinal problems.

Advice for consumers:
The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration advises consumers to deliver the product back to the store where it was purchased or to discard it.

Italy – CAHILL’S IRISH PORTER CHEDDAR – Listeria monocytogenes

Salute

Brand : CAHILL FARM CHEESES LTD

Name : CAHILL’S IRISH PORTER CHEDDAR

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : 27 July 2021

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France – Basmati rice sachet 1 Kg – Ochratoxin A

Gov france

Identifying information for the recalled product

  • Product category Food
  • Product sub-category Cereals and baked goods
  • Product brand name GRAIN COUNTER
  • Names of models or references Basmati rice sachet 1 Kg
  • Product identification
    GTIN Lot Dated
    3564700024164 06-12-22 Date of minimum durability 12/06/2022
  • Packaging1 Kg bag
  • Start date / End of marketing From 12/18/2020 to 07/27/2021
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored at room temperature
  • Further information Only products with the code (addon) 06 following the bar code and bearing the indicated lot number are affected by the recall.
  • Geographical sales area Whole France
  • Distributors E.LECLERC

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Presence of Ochratoxin A beyond regulatory limits
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Other chemical contaminants
  • Additional description of the risk Mycotoxins are substances produced by microscopic fungi. These substances can present a health risk in the event of heavy and repeated consumption over the long term.
  • Consumer behavior Stop consuming
    Return the product to the point of sale
    Contact the consumer service
  • Contact number0800 865 286
  • Compensation modalities Repayment
  • End date of the recall procedure Monday, September 27, 2021

Israel – Sliced French dried sausage – Listeria monocytogenes.

Delicatessen Artisanal Ltd. recalls Sliced French dried sausage (Expiration dates 03.10.21 to 09.10.21, inclusive) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Click to access RCL_25072021.pdf

USA – Voluntary Recall Notice of McCormick Italian Seasoning products and Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Ranch Seasoning due to Possible Salmonella Risk

PRNEWSWIRE

HUNT VALLEY, Md., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — McCormick & Company, Inc. is initiating a voluntary recall of McCormick Perfect Pinch Italian Seasoning, McCormick Culinary Italian Seasoning and Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Ranch Seasoning due to possible contamination with Salmonella.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

USA – Old Soul’s Farms LLC Recalls Leafy Green Products Due to Possible Health Risk – Listeria monocytogenes

FDA

Company Announcement

Old Souls Farms, LLC, located at in St. Paris Ohio is initiating a voluntary recall of greenhouse leafy green products following a positive test of Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes is 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.

The recall will include the following greenhouse products: Arugula, Basil, Finstar, Green Bibb, Romaine, and Spring Mix. Our bulk product has been affected by this recall, these sizes range from 1 – 25 pounds clear bags. The affected lot dates of bulk product are below. If bought in bulk, the lot code is located on the case label.

Arugula (lbs) Basil (lbs) Finstar (lbs) Green Bibb (lbs)
(02)06.04.2021.AR.
(02)06.08.2021.AR.
(02)06.09.2021.AR.
(02)06.10.2021.AR.
(02)06.11.2021.AR.
(02)05.28.2021.BS.
(02)05.31.2021.BS.
(02)06.01.2021.BS.
(02)06.02.2021.BS.
(02)06.03.2021.BS.
(02)06.04.2021.BS.
(02)06.07.2021.BS.
(03)05.25.2021.FS.
(03)05.27.2021.FS.
(03)05.21.2021.GB.
(03)05.24.2021.GB.
(03)05.25.2021.GB.
(03)05.26.2021.GB.
(03)05.27.2021.GB.
(03)05.31.2021.GB.
Romaine Spring Mix
(01)05.21.2021.ROM.
(01)05.24.2021.ROM.
(01)05.25.2021.ROM.
(01)05.26.2021.ROM.
(01)05.27.2021.ROM.
(01)05.31.2021.ROM.
(03)05.21.2021.SM.
(03)05.24.2021.SM.
(03)05.25.2021.SM.
(03)05.26.2021.SM.
(03)05.27.2021.SM.
(02)05.31.2021.SM.

Our clamshells were also affected, these range in sizes of 1 oz, 4 oz, and 5 oz. The affected clamshell greenhouse products lot codes are 193, 194, 195, 196, 197, 198, 201, 202, and 203. These lot codes and best by dates can be located at the bottom of the clamshell. The expiration dates for all Arugula, Finstar, Green Bibb, Romaine, and Spring Mix are 7/23/2021, 7/24/2021, 7/25/2021, 7/26/2021, 7/27/2021, 7/29/2021, and 7/30/2021. The Basil expiration dates are 7/20/2021, 7/21/2021, 7/22/2021, 7/23/2021, 7/24/2021, 7/26/2021, and 7/27/2021.

The positive test for Listeria monocytogenes was from a routine facility test of rainwater holding tanks in the greenhouse facility as well as testing from a customer who received contaminated Basil product. Multiple samples of all products from multiple Lot Codes as well as additional water testing has been completed. The positive test for Listeria monocytogenes in product has been determined that it was an isolated event. However, out of an abundance of caution we decided to recall all product as stated above.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

Any consumers who purchased the possibly affected products are advised to not consume and dispose of it immediately. Consumers with any questions and concerns may contact the company at 937-802- 9192 We are available Monday – Friday from 7 am – 3 pm ET.


Company Contact Information

Consumers:
Old Soul’s Farms LLC
 (937)-802- 9192

USA – Excalibur Seasoning Company Recalls Seasoning Blend Because of Possible Health Risk – Listeria monocytogenes

FDA

Company Announcement

Excalibur Seasoning Company of Pekin, IL is recalling 17 bottles of Haen Meats 1959 House Blend because it has the potential to be contaminated with 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.

We began shipping this product on July 14th, 2021. The recalled product reached consumers through a retailer located in the 54130 zip code of WI.

Packaging

Item Description

Quantity

Lot No.

UPC#

Clear Plastic Shaker Bottles Haen Meats 1959 House Blend 6.5 oz. Bottles 107-354 729009768154

No illness have been reported to date.

The recall is the result of routine finished product testing which found the bacteria to be present in one product. Further ingredient testing found the bacteria may be present in one lot of one ingredient. All products which used this lot of ingredient are being recalled.

Consumers who have purchased the recalled product should not consume it and should dispose of the product or return it to your place of purchase. Consumers with questions should contact Excalibur Seasoning at 309-347-1221 Monday through Thursday 7:30 am to 4:30 pm and Friday 7:30 am to 11:30 am.

About Excalibur

Excalibur Seasoning Co., is America’s premier provider of meat & seafood seasonings, rubs and sauces. Family-owned for more than 30 years, Excalibur’s reputation is built on the legendary quality and royal flavor found in each and every product offered in partnership with hundreds of grocers and meat processors nationwide. For more, visit www.excaliburseasoning.comExternal Link Disclaimer.


Company Contact Information

Consumers:
Excalibur Seasoning
 309-347-1221
Media:
Mike Shrier, President & CEO
 800-444-2169

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New Zealand – Lindsay Farm brand Organic Raw Milk (unpasteurised) – Campylobacter

MPI

Lindsay Farm brand Organic Raw Milk (unpasteurised)

27 July 2021: Lindsay Farm is recalling specific batches of Lindsay Farm brand Organic Raw Milk (unpasteurised) as the product may contain Campylobacter.

Lindsay Farm brand Organic Raw Milk (unpasteurised) 2L
Product identification
Product type  Raw (unpasteurised) drinking milk
Name of product (size) Lindsay Farm brand Organic Raw Milk (unpasteurised) 2L
Batch marking Lot numbers: 2107, 2307, 2407, 2507 and 2607
Date marking Batches with a Use by date of  25.07.21, 27.07.21, 28.07.21, 29.07.21, and 30.07.21
Package size and description The product is sold in a 2L plastic bottle.
Distribution The product is sold in the Hawke’s Bay region via home deliveries and the following registered depots:

Betta Electrical, 46 – 48 Ruatainwha Street, Waipukurau

Chantal Shop, 45 Hastings Street, Napier

Cornucopia – The Organic Shop, 221 Heretaunga Street East, Hastings

Dawnacres Florist, 208 Havelock Road, Akina, Hastings

Healthnuts, 4 Barraud Street, Dannevirke

Nature’s Nurture – The Organic Grocer, 100 High Street, Waipawa

Tangaroa Seafoods, 7 Tangaroa Street, Ahuriri, Napier

Unichem Taradale Pharmacy, 288 Gloucester Street, Taradale, Napier.

Notes This recall does not affect any other batches of Lindsay Farm brand Organic Raw Milk (unpasteurised).

Consumer advice

Customers are asked to check the lot number and use by date printed on the product.

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. Alternatively, consume after heating to 70°C and holding at this temperature for one minute. If you don’t have a thermometer, heat the milk until it nearly reaches a boil (or scald the milk) before drinking it.

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.

How to reduce the risk of illness if you drink raw unpasteurised milk

Campylobacter infection: symptoms and advice

Who to contact

If you have questions, contact Lindsay Farm:

  • Phone: 06 858 5333
  • Address: Lindsay Road, Waipukurau, Central Hawke’s Bay.