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RASFF Alert – Mycotoxin – Deoxynivalenol (DON) Flour – Corn Grits

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Deoxynivalenol content above regulatory tolerance in one batch of flour from Germany in France

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Deoxynivalenol in corn grits from Ukraine in Slovakia

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Deoxynivalenol in corn grits from Ukraine in Slovakia

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RASFF Alerts – Salmonella- Polish Chicken Products -Halawa – Polish Turkey Products – Chicken Filet – Sesame Seeds – Chicken Meat – Meat Skewers – Salad Mix – Organic Paprika – Chicken Thigh Meat

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Salmonella typhimurium in chicken filet from the Netherlands in France ,UK and Ukraine

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Salmonella in sesame seeds from India in Poland

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Salmonella typhimurium in chicken meat from The Netherlands in France and Belgium

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Salmonella spp. in meat skewers from Germany in Czech Republic and Poland

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Salmonella infantis in chicken kebab from Poland in Austria

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Salmonella in salad mix from Italy in Austria

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Salmonella spp. in organic paprika powder from Spain in Germany

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Salmonella enteritidis in poultry meat from Poland in Slovakia

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Salmonella typhimurium in Turkey meat from Poland in Belgium

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Salmonella Infantis in Chicken Thigh Meat from Romania in Greece

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Salmonella in Halawa from Egypt via Italy in Malta

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Quebec – Notice not to consume various varieties of Brouthé brand kombucha prepared and sold by the company Les produits Pas Poche – Hepatitis A

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Quebec

QUEBEC CITY , Aug. 9, 2023 /CNW/ – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ), in collaboration with the company Les produits Pas Poche, located at 133, rue Lévesque, in Sherbrooke , advises the population not to consume the products indicated in the table below, as they may have been contaminated with the hepatitis A virus.

Product name

Format

Affected lot

“Orange Kombucha”

500ml

And

700ml

Units sold with number 230723 listed at the bottom of the label

“Limothe Kombucha”

“Yellow Kombucha”

“Red Kombucha”

The products that are the subject of this warning were offered for sale until August 8, 2023, at the Marché de solidarité régionale store, located at 843, rue King Ouest, in Sherbrooke , and on its website. The products were packaged in glass bottles. The label of the products included, in addition to their name, the words ‘Brouthé’.

The operator is voluntarily recalling the products in question. It has agreed with MAPAQ to issue this warning as a precautionary measure. Also, people who have any of these products in their possession are advised not to consume it. They must return it to the establishment where they bought it or throw it away. Even if the affected products show no signs of tampering or suspicious odors, their consumption may represent a health risk. In addition, for the sake of prevention, people who have consumed one of these products purchased between July 26 and August 8, 2023 are invited to contact the Estrie public health team at 819 829-3400, extension 42240.

It should be noted that no case of illness associated with the consumption of these foods has been reported to MAPAQ to date.

Additional information

The Ministry publishes various information documents concerning food safety. Interested persons can consult the FoodThis link will open in a new window. section  of the Government of Quebec website. They also have the possibility of registering online to receive, by e-mail, the food recallThis link will open in a new window. press releases published by the Ministry. Finally, it is possible to follow “MAPAQfoods” on Twitter at the following address: www.twitter.com/MAPAQfoodsThis link will open in a new window. .

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Taiwan – Victims of banh mi food poisoning in northern Taiwan reach 520

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Taiwan News

As of 10 p.m. on Tuesday (Aug. 8), the incident had sickened 520 people, with 41 hospitalized. The Food and Drug Administration will mount an inspection campaign targeting stalls and eateries selling exotic cuisines.

Among those feeling unwell after consuming food from the stall, 354 sought medical help and 32 were hospitalized, as of Monday (Aug. 7). Symptoms reported include diarrhea, stomach pain and cramps, fever, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue.

A task force has been formed to deal with the case, said the Department of Public Health of the northern city in Taiwan.

A preliminary investigation found seven out of 21 samples from the stall tested positive for Salmonella bacteria. More examinations are being conducted to identify the source of infection.

Inspectors said the eggs used to make mayonnaise had not been fully cleaned and the mayo products prepared in advance were not properly refrigerated when delivered to the stall. Salmonella infections have been a major cause of food poisoning events in Taiwan over recent years, according to the health agency.

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USA – Real Kosher Ice Cream Recalls Soft Serve on the Go Cups Because of Possible Health Risk – Listeria monocytogenes

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FDA

Summary

Company Announcement Date:
FDA Publish Date:
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Foodborne Illness
Reason for Announcement:
Possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination
Company Name:
Real Kosher Ice Cream
Brand Name:
Soft serve on the go
Product Description:
Soft serve ice cream and sorbet cups

Company Announcement

Real Kosher Ice Cream of Brooklyn, NY is recalling soft serve on the go ice cream and sorbet cups, 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.

SOFT SERVE ON THE GO CUPS were distributed in the states of CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, IL, MA, MD, MI, MN, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, VA, WV.

The recalled product reached consumers through Canteens, Grocery and Convenience stores etc.

The recalled product is packaged in an 8 fl oz., clear plastic cup. The product looks like a soft serve cup served in an ice cream store, with a clear plastic cover with a seal and spoon attached to it.

The product brand name is Soft Serve On The Go cups, All flavors, UPC (SEE LIST)

Soft Serve on the go Vanilla Chocolate, 8 fl oz UPC 0-91404-15129-0
Soft Serve on the go Razzle, 8 fl oz UPC 0-91404-15133-7
Soft Serve on the go Caramel, 8 fl oz UPC 0-91404-15131-3
Soft Serve on the go Parve Vanilla Chocolate, 8 fl oz UPC 0-91404-15113-9
Soft Serve on the go Sorbet Strawberry Mango, 8 fl oz UPC0-91404-15128-3
Soft Serve Lite Peanut Butter, 8 fl oz UPC0-91404-15285-3

The UPC is the only identifiable code on the package. It does not have any LOT number or best by date. All product produced up to 8/4/23 is being recalled.

To date, two cases of illness have been reported in this outbreak in two states (NY and PA). Both individuals were hospitalized but no deaths have been reported to date.

The recall is the result of an individual becoming ill and reporting to have eaten this product. Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture tested samples of product and one sample tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.

The company has ceased the production and distribution of the product as FDA and the company continue their investigation as to what caused the problem.

Consumers should discontinue consumption of the product immediately. Please dispose of this product or return to your store of purchase for full credit. Consumers with questions may contact our Soft Serve on the Go team at: 845-668-4346 or info@softserveonthego.com . Monday thru Friday 9am to 5 pm EST.

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France – Spicy sobrasada – Listeria monocytogenes

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Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Food
  • Product subcategory Meats
  • Product brand name Charcuterie Gabriel
  • Model names or references Spicy sobrasada
  • Identification of products
    Batch Date
    3107 Use-by date 08/17/2023
  • Packaging Under a vacuum
  • Marketing start/end date From 07/08/2023 to 08/08/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health  06 097 001 EC
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Regions: Provence-Alpes-Cote d’Azur
  • Distributors Large and Medium Surfaces

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Norway – UNIL is recalling Folkets Hamkestek and Roast beef – Listeria monocytogenes

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Matportalen

UNIL is recalling certain shelf lives of Folkets Hamkestek and Roast beef on the basis of suspicion of Listeria

The product is sold via NorgesGruppen’s grocery stores throughout the country. Consumers are asked to discard the product or return it to the store where it was purchased for a refund.

Listeria can cause serious illness in pregnant women and people with compromised immune systems. The bacterium grows well at refrigerator temperature.

The products have been removed from the store.

Contact:
UNIL consumer service via www.unil.no or by phone 24 11 35 55

The withdrawal applies to the following goods:

People’s Ham Steak 90 g

  • Last day of consumption 28.08.2023, LOT 33110027
  • Last day of use 01/09/2023, LOT 33150016

People’s Roast Beef 90 g

  • Last day of consumption 28.08.2023, LOT 33110105

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Singapore – Recall of eggs from LCC “Yasensvit” (Ukraine) due to presence of Salmonella Enteritidis

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SFA

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Consumers who have purchased the affected eggs are advised to cook them
thoroughly before consumption. Those who have consumed the eggs and are unwell should
seek medical attention.

Consumers who have purchased the affected eggs are advised to cook them
thoroughly before consumption. Those who have consumed the eggs and are unwell should
seek medical attention.

The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has detected the presence of Salmonella Enteritidis
(SE) in eggs imported from LCC “Yasensvit” farm in Ukraine. The affected eggs can be
identified by the stamp “CEUA001” on the eggs.

Consumers who have purchased the affected eggs are advised to cook them
thoroughly before consumption. Those who have consumed the eggs and are unwell should
seek medical attention.

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Denmark – Listeria monocytogenes in meal salads

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Foedevarestyrelsen

Delicate A/S is recalling coop Couscous salad, coop Stone Age salad, coop Organic Veggie Protein salad, Lundberg Street Cæsar Salad and Cicle K Spinach salad with chicken, pearl spelled and parsley hummus, as Listeria has been found in the products. The products should be returned to the store where they were purchased or discarded.

Updated on 08-08-2023 with the addition of more products and images.

See picture of the products here

Which foods are recalled

coop Couscous salad with hummus and green lentils
Net content: 200g
Best before: 29.07.2023
EAN code: 5704177011931

coop STENALDER SALAD with chicken and spinach hummus
Net content: 230g
Best before: 29.07.2023
EAN code: 5704177009167

coop ORGANIC VEGGIE PROTEIN SALAD with chickpeas and beans
Net content: 230g
Best before date: 29.07.2023
EAN code: 5700382854554

Sold in: Coop stores.

Lundberg Street Cæsar Salad
Net content: 300g
Last use-by date: 07.08.2023
EAN code: 5713300031166

Sold in: Netto and Føtex stores all over the country.

Cicle K Spinach salad with chicken, pearl barley and parsley hummus
Net content: 275g
Best-by date: 07.08.2023
EAN code: 5713300020399

Sold in: Circle K stores nationwide.

Why are the products being recalled?

The bacterium Listeria monocytogenes has been found in the products. You can therefore become infected with Listeria bacteria if you eat the products. The symptoms can include flu-like symptoms, fever and headache and, in rare cases, gastrointestinal problems. 

What should you do as a consumer?

The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration advises consumers to return the products to the store where they were purchased, or to discard them.

Who recalls the product

Delicate A/S, Greve Main 12, 2670 Greve

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USA- David Oppenheimer and Company I, LLC Voluntarily Recalls Organic Green Kiwifruit Due to Possible Health Risk – Listeria monocytogenes

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Zespri organic green kiwifruit, one-pound clear plastic clamshells

David Oppenheimer and Company I LLC is voluntarily recalling from the market all one-pound clamshells of organic green kiwifruit described below because they have the potential to be contaminated with 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 recalled organic green kiwifruit is grown in New Zealand, exported to North America and repacked locally for sale in one-pound clear plastic clamshells bearing the Zespri brand and UPC code 8 18849 02009 3, containing fruit stickered with the GTIN bar code 9400 9552.

The organic green kiwifruit subject to the voluntary recall was shipped between June 14, 2023 and July 7, 2023, and sold in clamshells at retail locations in FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, MI, NC, NY, OH, PA, TN, TX, VA, and WI.  Zespri organic green kiwifruit sold in other states is NOT subject to this recall.

Zespri organic green kiwifruit shipped after August 7, 2023 in one-pound plastic clamshells with a WHITE STICKER that includes Work Order (WO) number and Packed on date is NOT affected by this recall. See example of white sticker below:

The recall was the result of a routine sampling by the Kentucky Department for Public Health on July 7, 2023. Since being notified on August 3, David Oppenheimer and Company I LLC has worked with Zespri to trace the product through the supply chain to two grower lots, and immediately ceased the distribution of organic green kiwifruit from the related grower lots as it continues its investigation in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. 

No illnesses have been reported to date. No other David Oppenheimer and Company I, LLC products are part of this voluntary recall.

Consumers who still have any of these products are urged not to consume the product and to discard it immediately. Consumers with questions may contact David Oppenheimer and Company I, LLC (Oppy) at 1-866-698-2580, Monday-Friday, 9am-4:30pm PDT, or send an email to contact@oppy.com.

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