Salmonella (presence /25g) in soybean meal from Germany in Germany
Salmonella group B (in 1 out of 4 samples /25g) in dog chews from Germany in Germany
Salmonella enterica ser. Senftenberg (presence /25g) in soybean meal from Italy in Austria
Vibriosis, caused by Vibrio strains, is an important bacterial disease and capable of causing significant high mortality in aquatic animals. Essential oils (EOs) have been considered as an alternative approach for the treatment of aquatic bacterial diseases. In this study, we evaluated the antibacterial activity of essential oils (n = 22) or essential oil components (EOCs, n = 12) against Vibrio strains belonging to the harveyi clade. It was verified by three different approaches, e.g., (i) a bacterial growth assay, comparing Vibrio growth with or without EO(C)s at various concentrations; (ii) a vapor-phase-mediated susceptibility assay, comparing the effect of EO(C)s on bacterial growth through the vapor phase; and (iii) a quorum sensing-inhibitory assay, based on specific inhibition of quorum sensing-regulated bioluminescence. The results showed that, in the bacterial growth assay, EOs of Melaleuca alternifolia and Litsea citrata at 0.0001%, Eucalyptus citriodora at 0.01% can inhibit the growth of Vibrio campbellii BB120. These EOs can also prevent the growth of V. parahaemolyticus strains but need to be present at a higher concentration (0.1%). Moreover, in the vapor-phase-mediated susceptibility assay, EOs of M. alternifolia, L. citrata and E. citriodora can inhibit the growth of V. campbellii BB120 through their vapor phase. However, V. parahaemolyticus strains (CAIM170, LMG2850 and MO904) cannot be inhibited by these EOs. Additionally, in the quorum sensing-inhibitory assay, EOs of Mentha pulegium, Cuminum cyminum, Zingiber officinalis, and E. citriodora, all at 0.001%, have quorum sensing-inhibitory activity in V. campbellii BB120. Taken together, our study provides substantial evidence that usage of the major components, individually or in combination, of the tested commercial EOs (extracted from M. alternifolia, L. citrata, and E. citriodora) could be a promising approach to control V. campbellii BB120.
In the link above is a list of outbreak investigations being managed by FDA’s CORE Response Teams. The investigations are in a variety of stages, meaning that some outbreaks have limited information, and others may be near completion.
A public health advisory will be issued for outbreak investigations that have resulted in specific, actionable steps for consumers to take to protect themselves. Please direct your attention to those pages for the most up to date information on the investigation and for consumer protection information.
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Presence of Salmonella
Those in possession of this product are asked not to consume it and to return it to the point of sale where it was purchased for reimbursement.
Foodborne illness caused by salmonella results in gastrointestinal disturbances, diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal pain, often accompanied by fever; these symptoms may be more severe in young children, immunocompromised individuals and the elderly. The incubation period can range from 6 to 72 hours.
People who have consumed the products mentioned below and who have these symptoms are invited to consult their doctor, notifying him of this consumption.
▸ Arugula 125g
• Barcode: 3596710294947
• Lot: 27631324 – 27631325
• BBD: 12/10/2020
▸ Mesclun 125g
• Barcode: 3596710294961
• Lot: 27631328
• BBE: 12/10/2020
▸ Consumer service contact
Bonduelle makes itself available to consumers to answer any questions at the following telephone number: 0 800 081 081 Free service and calls
▸ Source
https://www.auchan.fr/
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Recall of Carrefour
Product: Carrefour brand turkey thighs and turkey drumsticks.
Problem: possible presence of Salmonella.
Brussels, December 08, 2020 – Following a control and in order to guarantee the safety of the consumer, CARRFOUR asks to withdraw from the trade the TURKEY LEGS 4X + -750G and TURKEY PILONS 4X + -1.3KG sold in the BUTCHER department of certain Carrefour stores in Belgium and recalls them to consumers following a possible presence of Salmonella.
Product description:
Name: Carrefour Turkey Thighs
EAN: 2726258000000
Expiry date ( BBD ): 09/12/2020
Batch number: 053283280540
Name: Carrefour Pilons de Dinde
EAN: 2726771000000
Expiration date (DLC): 09/12/2020
Batch number: 053283280540
All products have been withdrawn from sale. Some of these products were, however, marketed on the Belgian market before the withdrawal measure. Consumers who have in their possession the aforementioned products are requested not to consume them and to return them to the point of sale, where they will be reimbursed.
Foodborne illnesses caused by salmonella result in gastrointestinal disturbances often accompanied by fever within 12 to 72 hours of consuming the contaminated products. These symptoms may be aggravated in young children, immunocompromised individuals and the elderly.
People who have consumed one of the aforementioned products and who present these symptoms are invited to consult their attending physician, notifying him of this consumption.
For any further information, you can contact the Carrefour Belgium consumer service by dialing the free number 0800.9.10.11,
from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm, Monday to Saturday.
We apologize to our customers for the inconvenience caused.
Tuesday, 8 December 2020
| Summary | |
|---|---|
| Category 1: | For Action |
| Alert Notification: | 2020.94 |
| Product: | Polish Smoked Ham / Wędzonka boczkowa; Approval number: 04140224 |
| Batch Code: | 0727; best before: 9/12/2020 |
| Country Of Origin: | Poland |
The above batch of Polish Smoked Ham / Wędzonka boczkowa is being recalled due to the detection of Listeria monocytogenes. Point-of-sale recall notices will be displayed in stores supplied with the implicated batch.
Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache and neck stiffness. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications, such as meningitis. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.
Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batch from sale and to display a point-of-sale recall notice in stores where the affected batch was sold.
Caterers should not use the implicated batch.
Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batch.
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Updated on 08 December 2020: This recall has been updated to include the names of the supermarkets and retailers where the affected products are sold.
7 December 2020: Pestell’s Rai Bacon Company Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Pestell’s Champagne Ham, Pestell’s Cooked Ham on the Bone, Pestell’s Boneless Ham, Pestell’s Boneless Ham pieces, and Pestell’s Sliced Ham off the Bone due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes.
| Product identification | |
|---|---|
| Product type | Ham |
| Name of product (size) | Whole ham
Sliced ham
|
| Date and batch marking | Pestell’s whole ham products: all batches with a use-by date up to and including 15.01.21.
Pestell’s Sliced Ham Off the Bone vacuum packs with a use-by date up to and including 29.12.20 (this appears on the product as 29/DEC/20). Pestell’s Sliced Ham sold over the counter at delicatessens in selected Pak’n Save, New World, and Fresh Choice supermarkets in the South Island (listed below) with a best-before date up to and including 7.12.20. |
| Package size and description | Pestell’s Ham on the Bone, Pestell’s Boneless Rolled Ham, and Pestell’s Sliced Ham off the Bone are sold in vacuum packs of various weights.
Pestell’s Sliced Ham is sold in various weights over the counter at instore delicatessens in Pak’n Save, New World, and Fresh Choice supermarkets in the South Island (listed below). |
| Distribution | The packaged ham products are sold in the following supermarkets and retailers.
Canterbury
Nelson Marlborough
Tasman
West Coast
Greater Wellington
Pestell’s Sliced Ham is sold at the delicatessen counter at the following supermarkets in the South Island:
The products have not been exported. |
| Notes | This recall does not affect any other Pestell’s brand products.
Further distribution of the products is under assessment and will be updated when available. No Countdown stores have received these products. No Pak’n Save, New World, Four Square and Fresh Choice supermarkets in the North Island have received these products. |
Customers are asked to check the date and batch marking on the products.
Affected products should not be consumed unless the products are cooked thoroughly (piping hot all the way through). There have been reports of illness. If you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health seek medical advice.
Customers should return the products to their retailer for a full refund or cook thoroughly (piping hot all the way through).
Information on Listeria and food safety is available on the following pages:
If you have questions, contact Pestell’s Rai Bacon Company Ltd:
AGES informs about a recall of the company Spar. On December 8th, 2020, the company initiated a recall of the product SPAR wheat flour universal natural type W480:
Bacterial contamination has been found in the product “SPAR wheat flour universal natural type W480” in batch L789 12/12: 05 with the best before date October 2021. SPAR is therefore recalling this product as a precaution. Customers are requested not to consume the product with the best before date “October 2021”.
All customers who have bought the possibly affected product can of course return it to the nearest SPAR, EUROSPAR, INTERSPAR or Maxi store. Customers will be reimbursed the purchase price even without proof of purchase.
Customers who have a question about this are welcome to contact customer service at office@spar.at or call the toll-free phone number 0800/22 11 20.
Inquiries & contact:
SPAR Österreichische Warenhandels-AG
Mag. Nicole Berkmann
Head of
Corporate PR and Information 0662/4470 – 22300
Europastraße 3, 5015 Salzburg
AGES informs about a recall of the company Spar. On December 8th, 2020, the company initiated a recall of the product SPAR Vital Brown Rice Long Grain Ready in 10 Min.500g:
Small amounts of bulgur were found in the product “SPAR Vital Brown Rice Long Grain Ready in 10 Min. 500g” in the batch with the best before date 7.1.2022. As a result, the gluten-free rice may be contaminated with the gluten allergen. SPAR is therefore recalling this product as a precaution. Customers with gluten intolerance are requested not to consume the product with the best before date 7.1.2022. Nonetheless, the product is safe for non-allergy sufferers.
All customers who have bought the possibly affected product can of course return it to the nearest SPAR, EUROSPAR, INTERSPAR or Maxi store. Customers will be reimbursed the purchase price even without proof of purchase.
Customers who have a question about this are welcome to contact customer service at office@spar.at or call the free phone number 0800/22 11 20.
Inquiries & contact:
SPAR Österreichische Warenhandels-AG
Mag. Nicole Berkmann
Head of
Corporate PR and Information 0662/4470 – 22300
Europastraße 3, 5015 Salzburg
Ottawa, December 7, 2020 – The food recall warning issued on November 22, 2020 has been updated to include additional product information. This additional information was identified during the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) food safety investigation.
Levitts Foods (Canada) Inc. is recalling certain Compliments brand, Levitts brand, and The Deli-Shop brand deli meat products from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers should not consume the recalled products described below.
| Brand | Product | Size | UPC | Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compliments | Montreal-Style Smoked Meat | 175 g | 0 68820 13357 5 | BEST BEFORE 2020/DE/11 EST 48 |
| Compliments | Smoked Beef Pastrami | 175 g | 0 68820 13360 5 | BEST BEFORE 2020/DE/11 EST 48 |
| Compliments | Corned Beef | 175 g | 0 68820 13356 8 | BEST BEFORE 2020/DE/11 EST 48 |
| Levitts | Corned Beef | 150 g | 8 82756 72084 1 | BEST BEFORE 2020/DE/23 EST 48 |
| Levitts | Montreal Style Smoked Meat | 150 g | 8 82756 71084 2 | BEST BEFORE 2020/DE/23 EST 48 |
| Levitts | New York Style Pastrami | 150 g | 8 82756 73084 0 | BEST BEFORE 2020/DE/23 EST 48 |
| The Deli-Shop | Sliced Pastrami | 175 g | 0 59749 95373 3 | BEST BEFORE 2020/DE/11 EST 48 |
| The Deli-Shop | Sliced Pastrami | 2 x 175 g | 0 68820 13360 5 | BEST BEFORE 2020/DE/11 EST 48 |
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.
This recall was triggered by CFIA test results. The 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 products from the marketplace.
There has been one reported illness that may be associated with the consumption of these products.
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