Category Archives: Food Testing

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.

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Cyprus – Food poisoning for National Guard new recruits

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Approximately 30 new recruits of the National Guard in Larnaca have suffered food poisoning.

According to the Defense Ministry spokesman Christos Pieri, the new recruits had dinner on Saturday and immediately afterward they started feeling bad. The Ministry immediately contacted the catering company.

The company found out that the problem was with the sauce of the meat.

As noted, it is the first time in the last three years that the National Guard has been cooperating with the said company that such a problem arose.

The health condition of all soldiers is now good, Pieris said.

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

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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

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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.

Denmark – Fermentation in hot dog ketchup – Yeast

DVFA

Graasten Salads recalls a batch of hot dog ketchup, as there is a risk of fermentation in the product.

Recalled Foods , Published: July 26, 2021

What food:
Hotdog ketchup
Net weight: 375 grams 
Best before date: 07/10/2021
Package date: 09/06/2021
EAN barcode no .: 5704000486493
Sold in:
Rema1000 and Aldi stores throughout the country
Company recalling:
Graasten Salads, Teglværksvej 5-11, 6300 Graasten 
Cause:
Yeast growth has been found in bottles from this batch.
Risk:
Fermentation in the product makes it unsuitable as food.
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.

Czech Republic – Boeren Schapenkaas 48+ young – Cheese – Mould

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Place of inspection:
Kojetin ( Ztracena 872, 752 01 Kojetin )
Company ID: 29393949
Food group: Milk and milk products / Cheese

Boeren Schapenkaas 48+ young
Category: Dangerous food
Unsatisfactory parameter:

mold visible to the eye

the colony of the cheese showed the appearance of colonies of mold visible to the naked eye. Food is not considered safe if it shows signs of spoilage.

The food had an expiration date.

Date of minimum durability: 06/01/2021
Packaging: Sliced ​​cheese wax
Date of sampling: 17. 6. 2021
Reference number: 21-000202-CAFIA-CZ
The sample was found by an official inspection of the State Agricultural and Food Inspection Authority.

Czech Republic – Prima Donna Maturo Cheese- Mould

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Illustration photo no. 1

Place of inspection:
Kojetin ( Ztracena 872, 752 01 Kojetin )
Company ID: 29393949
Food group: Milk and milk products / Cheese

Prima Donna Maturo
Category: Dangerous food
Unsatisfactory parameter:

mold visible to the eye

The colony showed the appearance of mold colonies visible to the naked eye. Food is not considered safe if it shows signs of spoilage.

During the inspection, unsatisfactory storage temperatures of this product were not found. The food has not expired. The sample was taken from the opened package.

Date of minimum durability: 07/02/2021
Packaging: Sliced ​​cheese wax
Country of origin:  Netherlands
Date of sampling: 7. 5. 2021
Reference number: 21-000201-CAFIA-CZ
The sample was found by an official inspection of the State Agricultural and Food Inspection Authority.

Italy – FONTINA DOP Cheese – STEC E.coli

Salute

Brand : COOPERATIVA PRODUTTORI LATTE E FONTINA SOC. COOP. ARL

Name : FONTINA DOP

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : 26 July 2021

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