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USA – Cargill Meat Solutions Recalls Ground Beef Products Due to Possible E. coli O157:H7 Contamination

FSIS USDA

Cargill Meat Solutions, a Hazleton, Pa., establishment, is recalling approximately 16,243 pounds of raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The raw ground beef items were produced on April 26-27, 2024. The following products are subject to recall [view labels]:

  • 2.25-lbs. plastic-wrapped trays containing “93% LEAN 7% FAT ALL NATURAL LEAN GROUND BEEF” with lot code 117 and establishment number “EST. 86P” printed on the back of the label.
  • 1.33-lbs. plastic-wrapped trays containing four “PRIME RIB BEEF STEAK BURGERS PATTIES” with lot code 118 and establishment number “EST. 86P” printed on the back of the label.
  • 2.25-lbs. plastic-wrapped trays containing “85% LEAN 15% FAT ALL NATURAL ANGUS PREMIUM GROUND BEEF” with lot code 117 and establishment number “EST. 86P” printed on the back of the label.
  • 2.25-lbs. plastic-wrapped trays containing “80% LEAN 20% FAT ALL NATURAL GROUND BEEF CHUCK” with lot code 118 and establishment number “EST. 86P” printed on the back of the label.
  • 1.33-lbs. plastic-wrapped trays containing four “80% LEAN 20% FAT ALL NATURAL GROUND BEEF CHUCK PATTIES” with lot code 118 and establishment number “EST. 86P” printed on the back of the label.
  • 1.33-lbs. plastic-wrapped trays containing four “90% LEAN 10% FAT ALL NATURAL GROUND BEEF SIRLOIN PATTIES” with lot code 118 and establishment number “EST. 86P” printed on the back of the label.

The products subject to recall all bear the USDA mark of inspection on the front of the product label, and establishment number “EST. 86P” printed on the back of the product label. These items were shipped to Walmart retail locations nationwide.

The establishment reported the issue to FSIS after they identified that previously segregated product had been inadvertently utilized in the production of ground beef.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a healthcare provider.

E. coli O157:H7 is a potentially deadly bacterium that can cause dehydration, bloody diarrhea and abdominal cramps 2-8 days (3-4 days, on average) after exposure the organism. While most people recover within a week, some develop a type of kidney failure called hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). This condition can occur among persons of any age but is most common in children under 5-years old and older adults. It is marked by easy bruising, pallor, and decreased urine output. Persons who experience these symptoms should seek emergency medical care immediately.

FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.

FSIS advises all consumers to safely prepare their raw meat products, including fresh and frozen, and only consume ground beef that has been cooked to a temperature of 160 F. The only way to confirm that ground beef is cooked to a temperature high enough to kill harmful bacteria is to use a food thermometer that measures internal temperature, https://www.fsis.usda.gov/safetempchart.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Cargill Meat Solutions at 1-844-419-1574. Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Chuck Miller, Senior Communications Manager, Cargill Meat Solutions at 612-430-2882 or media@cargill.com.

Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or send a question via email to MPHotline@usda.gov. For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/.

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New Zealand – New reports highlight food recall system at work

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A new report by New Zealand Food Safety identifies Salmonella in imported sesame seed-based products as the most significant food safety event of 2023, resulting in 14 recalls affecting 65 food products.

The ‘Consumer-level food recalls annual report for 2023’, one of 2 recall reports published by New Zealand Food Safety today, says the recalls were initiated after Salmonella was detected during routine testing by a New Zealand business making products containing tahini.

Consumer-level food recalls annual report for 2023 [PDF, 3.2 MB]

“A complex investigation by our Food Compliance Services team – involving product testing and tracing of ingredients through the domestic market – found the contamination was from tahini imported from a Turkish manufacturer,” says New Zealand Food Safety deputy director-general Vincent Arbuckle.

“The team dug deeper and subsequent online surveillance and scanning of international food safety issues also identified concerns with products from a manufacturer in Jordan.

“By the time all the sesame seed-based products were tracked down and removed from sale, we had supported 14 recalls affecting 65 products. And, most importantly, we had no confirmed reports of related illness.”

The annual reports are a new initiative by New Zealand Food Safety to share information on consumer-level recalls with the public.

“Our priority is to protect consumers, and these reports help identify trends and find ways to prevent food safety incidents,” says Mr Arbuckle.

“New Zealand’s food safety system has a strong track record of keeping people safe and – given the volumes of food being produced, manufactured and imported – incidences of related illness remain rare.

“However, there are occasions when food safety issues occur, and that’s when we work quickly with food businesses to recall the affected product, removing it from the food supply chain and promoting public awareness.”

The 2023 report shows New Zealand Food Safety supported food businesses to conduct 70 consumer-level food recalls.

“It’s important to note that the number of recalls is not an accurate indicator of the level of risk to consumers. Numbers are dependent on many factors, including regulatory changes, business and public awareness of food-related problems, and reporting of those problems,” says Mr Arbuckle.

Of the 70 recalls, 48 were initiated for domestically produced foods and 22 were for imported foods.

“Another food safety event to highlight from 2023 was the possible presence of Listeria and Campylobacter in raw milk, which led to 3 recalls.

“Drinking raw milk carries inherent risks as it may contain harmful bacteria that would normally be killed through the pasteurisation process.

“In this case, there were fortunately no associated reports of Listeriosis, which can be very serious for vulnerable people like the very young, pregnant, older and those with low immunity. But we were notified of 3 related cases of Campylobacter, which causes vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, fever, headache, and body aches.”

Allergens in food were the leading cause for recalls in 2023, with milk being the allergen that triggered the most recalls.

“Food recalls are a sign that our food safety system is working to protect consumers,” says Mr Arbuckle. “You can help keep yourself and your family safe by subscribing to our recall alerts from the New Zealand Food Safety food recall page.”

Recalled food products list

By the numbers:

  • 70 consumer-level recalls in 2023
  • 48 recalls for domestically produced foods
  • 22 recalls for imported foods
  • 26 recalls for allergens (the leading cause for recalls)
  • 12 recalls for milk (the allergen triggering the most recalls)
  • 23 recalls due to microbiological contamination
  • 14 recalls due to physical contamination.

USA – Gibson Farms Voluntarily Recalls Organic Light Halves and Pieces Shelled Walnuts Because of Possible Health Risk – E.coli O157

FDA

Gibson Farms Organic Light Halves and Pieces shelled walnuts, Bulk Boxes, Net Wt. 25 lbs

Company Announcement

On 04/26/2024, Gibson Farms recalled Organic Light Halves and Pieces shelled walnuts because Gibson Farms received information that they may have the potential to be contaminated with E. Coli 0157:H7. E. coli O157:H7 causes a diarrheal illness often with bloody stools. Although most healthy adults can recover completely within a week, some people can develop a form of kidney failure called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS). HUS is most likely to occur in young children and the elderly. The condition can lead to serious kidney damage and even death.

The Organic Light Halves and Pieces shelled walnuts were sold to distributors located in CA and WA. Gibsons Farms Organic Light Halves and Pieces shelled walnuts were sold in bulk boxes in Net Wt. 25 lbs quantities and can be identified by lot 3325-043 & 3341-501 with expiration dates 5/21/25 & 6/7/25.

Gibson Farms, Inc. has voluntarily recalled the product(s) after being notified by the CDC of 12 recorded illnesses allegedly linked to the consumption of organic halves and pieces shelled walnuts. A full investigation is currently under way to determine the potential source of the contamination.

Gibson Farms requests consignees to hold and discontinue selling their existing stock of lot 3325-043 and lot 3341-501 and return any remaining inventory of the recalled products to our local warehouse Gibson Farms 1190 Buena Vista Rd Hollister Ca 95023. If you have distributed or sold this product to other retailers, please notify your clients as to the status of this product. Any retailers that have received the recalled walnuts are recommended to do the following:

  • Retailers that received recalled products and do not clean and sanitize bulk bins between refilling them, should discard the contents of the bin and clean and sanitize it before refilling.
  • Retailers that received recalled product from a distributor but do not know the brand or lot code information, you should hold product, sanitize your bins, and contact your supplier.

Consumers with questions may contact the company at Veronica Cheatham 831-637-3512 or email foodsafety@gibsonfarmsinc.com 8:30 am-4:40pm PST Monday through Friday

FDA has reason to believe that the following retail locations received the walnuts, included in the recall by Gibson Farms. These products may have been repacked from their original packaging or sold in bulk. This list may not include all retail establishments that have received the recalled product or may include retail establishments that did not actually receive the recalled product. Therefore, it is important that you use the product-specific identification information, available here, in addition to this list of retail stores, when you check the food you have to see if it has been recalled.

Retail Locations that Received Gibson Farms Walnuts

Outbreak Investigation of E. coli O157:H7: Bulk Organic Walnuts (April 2024) | FDA

France – THE HOT BOX 230g – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
BERNARD BROTHERS
Model names or references
THE HOT BOX 230g
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3770001691336 07524 Minimum durability date 04/24/2024
Packaging
wooden box
Start/end date of marketing
From 03/11/2024 to 04/24/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Geographical sales area
Regions: Hauts-de-France
Distributors
GMS, retailer, cheese shop

France – CAP GRIS NOSE FRUIT 230g – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
BERNARD BROTHERS
Model names or references
CAP GRIS NOSE FRUIT 230g
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3770001691206 07524 Minimum durability date 04/24/2024
Packaging
Stretch film
Start/end date of marketing
From 03/11/2024 to 04/24/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Geographical sales area
Regions: Hauts-de-France
Distributors
GMS, retailer, cheese shop

France – THE GREEN BOCAGE 230g – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
unbranded
Model names or references
THE GREEN BOCAGE 230g
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3770001691565 07524 Use-by date 04/16/2024
Packaging
Parchment paper
Start/end date of marketing
From 03/06/2024 to 04/24/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Geographical sales area
Whole France
Distributors
GMS, retailer, cheese shop

France – Pickle head pie – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
MILHAU HOUSE
Model names or references
Pack of 200 g of sous vide pickle head pâté
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3289010001703 110400 Use-by date 05/25/2024
Packaging
under a vacuum
Start/end date of marketing
From 04/16/2024 to 04/26/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 81.124.012 CE
Geographical sales area
Whole France
Distributors
Large and medium distribution

France – Recalls down but still more than 2,000 in France for 2023

Food Safety News

More than 2,000 consumer product recalls were issued in France in 2023, according to official figures.

Data from RappelConso shows 2,023 recalls in 2023 compared to 2,441 in 2022.

The category with the most recalls – 601 – was meats, followed by 371 milk and dairy product recalls and 189 fishery product recalls.

France – 3 cheeses Maasdam, Emmental, Grated Mozzarella 200g PASTURES – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
PASTURES
Model names or references
3 cheeses Maasdam, Emmental, Grated Mozzarella 200g PASTURES
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3250391901746 108C (all times) Minimum durability date 06/28/2024
Packaging
200g
Start/end date of marketing
From 04/17/2024 to 04/24/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 44.023.001 CE
Geographical sales area
Departments: AISNE (02), ARDENNES (08), AUBE (10), CALVADOS (14), CHARENTE (16), CHARENTE-MARITIME (17), CORREZE (19), COTE-D’OR (21), DORDOGNE ( 24), ILLE-ET-VILAINE (35), LOIRE-ATLANTIQUE (44), LOIRET (45), MAINE-ET-LOIRE (49), MANCHE (50), MARNE (51), HAUTE-MARNE (52), MAYENNE (53), MEURTHE-ET-MOSELLE (54), MEUSE (55), MOSELLE (57), NORD (59), OISE (60), ORNE (61), PAS-DE-CALAIS (62), BAS- RHIN (67), HAUTE-SAONE (70), SARTHE (72), PARIS (75), SEINE-ET-MARNE (77), DEUX-SEVRES (79), SOMME (80), VENDEE (85), VIENNE ( 86), HAUTE-VIENNE (87), VOSGES (88), YONNE (89), ESSONNE (91), HAUTS-DE-SEINE (92), VAL-DE-MARNE (94), VAL-D’OISE (95 )
Distributors
ITM

Czech Republic – Smoked ribs – Visible Mold/Mouldi

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Place of inspection:
Pardubice ( Railway Regiment 2005, 530 02 Pardubice )
ID: 05457891
Invalid parameter:

fungi visible to the eye

There was white and green mold visible to the naked eye on the surface of the food. Food is not considered safe if it shows signs of spoilage.

Packaging: not packed
Quantity of the product in the package: 0.822 kg
Date of sample collection: 3/4/2024
Reference number: 24-000176-SZPI-CZ
The sample was detected by the official control of the State Agricultural and Food Inspection.