Category Archives: Food Safety

Presence of Salmonella Infantis in 1 of 5 dried marjoram samples from Egypt in Poland

Salmonella in Ugandian Sesame Seed in the Netherlands

Salmonella infantis in frozen minced chicken meat from the Netherland in Italy

Salmonella infantis and Campylobacter jejuni in chicken wings from Austria in Germany

Salmonella spp. in 3 out of 5 samples of raw poultry kebab, country of origin: Poland in Slovenia and Hungary

Salmonella in pistachio paste from Italy in Belgium

Salmonella Enteritidis in poultry elements from Poland in the Congo

Salmonella group CO in Frozen Chicken Kebab from Poland in Hungary, Latvia and Slovakia

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France – NICOIS RICE – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on November 9, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

Product category Food
Product subcategory Prepared meals and snacks
Product brand name Flavor of Antoine
Model names or references 800g
Product identification

GTIN Batch Date

3300842253549 From lots No. 332750000 to lot No. 333119999 Use-by date between 10/26/2023 and 12/01/2023
PackagingCapped tray under modified atmosphere
Start/end date of marketing From 09/10/2023 to 13/11/2023
Storage temperature Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark FR 71 388 002 EC
Geographical sales area Whole France
Distributors GMS, RHF, collective catering, wholesaler

GTIN	Batch	Date
3300842253549	From lots No. 332750000 to lot No. 333119999	Use-by date between 10/26/2023 and 12/01/2023

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France – NICOIS RICE – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on November 9, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

Product category Food
Product subcategory Prepared meals and snacks
Product brand name Flavors and Passion
Model names or references800g
Product identification

GTIN Batch Date

3300842253549 From lots No. 332750000 to lot No. 333119999 Use-by date between 10/26/2023 and 12/01/2023
Packaging Capped tray under modified atmosphere
Start/end date of marketing From 09/10/2023 to 13/11/2023
Storage temperature Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark FR 71 388 002 EC
Geographical sales area Whole France
Distributors GMS, RHF, collective catering, wholesaler

GTIN	Batch	Date
3300842253549	From lots No. 332750000 to lot No. 333119999	Use-by date between 10/26/2023 and 12/01/2023

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France – CHICKEN TABOULE – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on November 9, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

Product category Food
Product subcategory Prepared meals and snacks
Product brand name Chapuis House
Model names or referencesAll weights

Product identification

GTIN	Batch	Date
3300842270416	From lots N°332750000 to lot N°333119999	Use-by date between 10/26/2023 and 12/01/2023
3300842240426	From lots N°332750000 to lot N°333119999	Use-by date between 10/26/2023 and 12/01/2023
3300842253587	From lots N°332750000 to lot N°333119999	Use-by date between 10/26/2023 and 12/01/2023
3300841245514	From lots N°332750000 to lot N°333119999	Use-by date between 10/26/2023 and 12/01/2023

Packaging Capped tray under modified atmosphere
Start/end date of marketing From 09/10/2023 to 13/11/2023
Storage temperature Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark FR 71 388 002 EC
Geographical sales area Whole France
Distributors Supermarkets, wholesaler, bakery, independent store

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 Management, Food Testing, Listeria, Listeria France, Listeria monocytogenes

France – NICOIS RICE – Listeria monocytogenes

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Product category Food
Product subcategory Prepared meals and snacks
Product brand name Chapuis House
Model names or references All weights

Product identification

GTIN	Batch	Date
3300842274070	From lots No. 332750000 to lot No. 333119999	Use-by date between 10/26/2023 and 12/01/2023
3300842240389	From lots No. 332750000 to lot No. 333119999	Use-by date between 10/26/2023 and 12/01/2023
3300842253549	From lots No. 332750000 to lot No. 333119999	Use-by date between 10/26/2023 and 12/01/2023
3300842253259	From lots No. 332750000 to lot No. 333119999	Use-by date between 10/26/2023 and 12/01/2023
3300841246498	From lots No. 332750000 to lot No. 333119999	Use-by date between 10/26/2023 and 12/01/2023

Packaging Capped tray under modified atmosphere
Start/end date of marketing From 09/10/2023 to 13/11/2023
Storage temperature Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark FR 71 388 002 EC
Geographical sales area Whole France
Distributors Supermarkets, wholesaler, bakery, independent store

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WHO unveils WGS guides to help tackle foodborne disease

Posted on November 9, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

Food Safety News

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a guide for use of whole genome sequencing (WGS) in food safety.

The guidance comes in three parts. The first explains the minimum capacity requirements in the foodborne disease surveillance and response system prior to considering implementation of WGS.

The second discusses how WGS can help to support outbreak investigations and the third describes the usage of WGS in routine surveillance of foodborne diseases.

A related webinar was organized in June 2023 where lessons learned, opportunities, challenges and national examples were highlighted. The event featured Dr. Eric Brown, from the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN), at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

WGS is useful for understanding foodborne diseases through enhancing routine surveillance, outbreak detection and response and for source identification, said WHO. It is hoped the technology will help reduce the burden of foodborne illness.

Posted in Food Microbiology Research, Food Safety, Food Safety Management, food safety training, Research, WGS, WHO, Whole Genomic Sequencing

Sweden – Plivit Trade recalls Klas corn flour and corn grits – Mycotoxins – Aflatoxin and Ochratoxin

Posted on November 9, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

Livsmedelsverket

Plivit Trade is recalling Klas finely ground cornmeal and polenta cornmeal with best-by dates 2024-03-13 and 2024-04-28.

Posted in Aflatoxin, 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 Temperature Abuse, Food Testing, mold, Mold Toxin, Mould/Mold, Mycotoxin, Ochratoxin, Ochratoxin A

Australia – Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd – Sydney City Oysters Pacific Oysters 12 oysters

Posted on November 9, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

FSANZ

Product information

Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd are conducting a recall of Sydney City Oysters Pacific Oysters 12 pack. This product has been available for sale from 4 November to 8 November in Coles Supermarkets and from Coles Online in the ACT and NSW.

Date markings

Use by 30/11/23

Problem

The recall is due to incorrect Use by date. The product was incorrectly labelled with a Use By date of 30 November 2023, instead of 10 November 2023.

Food safety hazard

The food may cause illness if consumed after 10 November 2023.
What to do

Customers should not consume the product after the Use By date of 10 November 2023. Customers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.

For further information please contact:

Coles Customer Care

1800 061 562

Related links:

Recall Notice [78KB]

Canada – Lian Teng brand “Champignon Énoki” (Enoki Mushrooms) recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on November 8, 2023 by KSW | Leave a comment

Gov Canada

Summary

Product

“Champignon Énoki” (Enoki Mushrooms)

Issue

Food – Microbial Contamination – Listeria

What to do

Do not consume, use, sell, serve or distribute recalled products.

Distribution

Ontario

Quebec

Brand	Product	Format	UPC	Codes
Lian Teng	“Champignon Énoki”	200 g	4 892742 010425	SN: 612501

Issue

The affected product is being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

What you should do

If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, contact your healthcare provider
Check to see if you have recalled products
Do not consume, serve, use, sell, or distribute recalled products
Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location 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.