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New Zealand – Surti brand Paneer – E.coli

MPI

Surti brand Paneer

18 May 2021: Surti Indian Samosa Limited is recalling a specific batch of Surti brand Paneer due to the possible presence of E.coli.

Surti brand Paneer (various weights).
Product identification

Product type

 Cheese

Name of product (size)

 Surti brand Paneer (various weights)

Date marking

Best before 30JUN21

Package size and description

The product is sold in plastic packaging of various weights of approximately 200g to 500g.

Distribution

The product is sold at ethnic retail stores throughout New Zealand.

Auckland

  • Angels Spice and Superette, 284 Blockhouse Bay Road, Avondale, Auckland
  • Arjun Supermarket, 5 Rankin Avenue, New Lynn Auckland
  • ARKH Food and Spices Limited, 1/222 Swanson Road, Auckland
  • Bikanervala, 2 White Swan Road, Mount Roskill, Auckland
  • Bombay Chinese, Queens Court, 368 Queen Street, Auckland
  • Chevalier Produce, 34 Fremlin Place, Avondale, Auckland
  • Continental Halal Meats and Spices, 57G Cavendish Drive, Manukau, Auckland
  • Get Fresh Mangere, 99 Westney Road, Mangere, Auckland
  • Get Fresh Otahuhu, 81 Station Road, Otahuhu, Auckland
  • Jay’s Fresh Mart Auckland, 59 Shirley Road, Papatoetoe, Auckland
  • Kelvin Fruit and Vege Shop Auckland, 8 Mahia Road, Manuwera, Auckland
  • Lotus Supermarket, 43B Cavendish Drive, Manukau, Auckland
  • Lotus Supermarket, 64 Stoddard Road, Mount Roskill, Auckland
  • Madinah Halal Meats, 1/16 Lambie Drive, Auckland
  • Massey Fruit and Vege, 1/2 Triangle Road, Massey, Auckland
  • Namaste Delhi Limited, 89 Great South Road, Epsom, Auckland
  • Om Sai Foods & Spices, 3A/7 Reeves Road, Pakuranga, Auckland
  • Patel Brothers Supermarket, 26 Carr Road, Mount Roskill, Auckland
  • Point Chev Fresh, 1104/D Great North Road, Point Chevalier, Auckland 1
  • Puhinui Superette, 202 Puhinui Road, Papatoetoe, Auckland
  • Raavi Foods And Spices Trading Limited, 421 Richardson Road, Mount Roskill Auckland
  • Saffron Foods Henderson, 214 Universal Drive, Henderson, Auckland
  • Spice Corner, 691 Manukau Road, Royal Oak, Auckland
  • Vege Oasis Mangere, 376 Massey Road, Mangere East, Auckland
  • Volt Convenience Store CBD, 107 Mayoral Drive, Auckland
  • Yogiji’s Food Mart, 7/251 Lincoln Road, Henderson, Auckland
  • Younus Halal Meat and Spices Limited, 1482B Dominion Road, Mount Roskill, Auckland

Christchurch

  • Krazy Price Mart Limited, 429 Tuam Street, Philipstown

Wellington

  • Indian Stores Limited, 218A Riddiford Street, Newtown

Notes

This recall does not affect any other Surti brand products.

Consumer advice

Customers are asked to check the date mark printed on the back of the product packaging.

Affected product should not be consumed unless it is cooked thoroughly (piping hot all the way through). There have been no reports of associated illness. However, if you have consumed any of this product and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

Customers should return the product to their retailer for a full refund or cook thoroughly (piping hot all the way through).

Escherichia coli (E.coli) is a bacterium that normally lives in the intestines of people and other warm-blooded animals. Although most strains of E.coli are harmless, some types can cause serious illness, with severe diarrhoea and stomach cramps.

Who to contact

If you have questions, contact Surti Indian Samosa Limited.

  • Phone: 09 273 4164
  • Address: 1 Newsome Street, Onehunga, Auckland.

RASFF Alerts – Animal Feed -Salmonella – Rapeseed Cake – Raw Petfood – Fish Meal

RASFF

Salmonella agona in rapeseed cake in the Netherlands

RASFF

Salmonella in raw petfood from Netherlands in Belgium

RASFF

Salmonella spp. in fish meal from Morocco in Spain

Research – Microbes: Food for the Future

MDPI

Current projections estimate that in 2050 about 10 billion people will inhabit the earth and food production will need to increase by more than 60%. Food security will therefore represent a matter of global concern not easily tackled with current agriculture practices and curbed by the increasing scarcity of natural resources and climate change. Disrupting technologies are urgently needed to improve the efficiency of the food production system and to reduce the negative externalities of agriculture (soil erosion, desertification, air pollution, water and soil contamination, biodiversity loss, etc.). Among the most innovative technologies, the production of microbial protein (MP) in controlled and intensive systems called “bioreactors” is receiving increasing attention from research and industry. MP has low arable land requirements, does not directly compete with crop-based food commodities, and uses fertilizers with an almost 100% efficiency. This review considers the potential and limitations of four MP sources currently tested at pilot level or sold as food or feed ingredients: hydrogen oxidizing bacteria (HOB), methanotrophs, fungi, and microalgae (cyanobacteria). The environmental impacts (energy, land, water use, and GHG emissions) of these MP sources are compared with those of plant, animal, insect, and cultured meat-based proteins. Prices are reported to address whether MP may compete with traditional protein sources. Microalgae cultivation under artificial light is discussed as a strategy to ensure independence from weather conditions, continuous operation over the year, as well as high-quality biomass. The main challenges to the spreading of MP use are discussed.

RASFF Alerts – Portal is Down :(

Apologies for those of you waiting for the RASFF Alerts, the consumer portal is down for some reason so I cannot get access. As soon as I can I will post the alerts

France – Product recall: Fromagerie des Frisonnes brand Marguerite’s Delight – E.coli

Oulah

Product recall: Fromagerie des Frisonnes brand Marguerite's Delight

ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Presence of Escherichia Coli

PROPOSED SOLUTION

People who hold the product in question are asked not to consume them – and more particularly young children, pregnant women, immunocompromised people and the elderly – and to return them to the point of sale where they were purchased.

People who have consumed it and who present symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain or vomiting should consult their doctor as soon as possible, mentioning this consumption and the possible link with the bacterium Escherichia coli.

In the absence of symptoms within 10 days after consuming the affected products, there is no need to worry and consult a doctor.

The bacterium E. coli is naturally present among the digestive microflora of humans and warm-blooded animals. Some strains of E. coli are pathogenic, and can be responsible in humans for various disorders ranging from mild diarrhea to more serious forms such as hemorrhagic diarrhea or severe kidney damage such as HUS, mainly in young children.

FURTHER INFORMATION

▸ Lot
100221

▸ DDM
04/25/2021

▸ Packaging individually
wrapped in paper

▸ Start date / End of marketing
From 03/15/2021 to 04/16/2021

▸ Health mark
FR 86 042 001 CE

▸ Geographical sales area
• INDRE-ET-LOIRE (37)
• VIENNE (86)

▸ Distributors
• Retailers on 86 and 37,
• Amap at 37,
• Tours Beaujardin market
• farm gate sale

▸ Consumer service contact
0247920402

▸ Source
EARL DES FRISONNES EARL des Frisonnes

Iceland – Salmonella in HUSK products from Orkla – updated

MAST

Updated 27.04.21 at 13:50:  The product Fiber Husk for gluten-free diet 100% Natural for baking (300g) was also imported by E. Bridde. E. Bridde recalls all batches from the market and best for dates (bar code: 5707657020010). Parlogis ehf. took care of the distribution. The reason for the recall is a suspicion of salmonella in the product. The manufacturer of the product is the company Orkla Health AS.

Distribution: Apótek Vesturlands ehf, Lyfja lyfjaútibú in Seyðisfjörður, Heilsuhúsið Kringlan, Heilsuhúsið Lágmúli (Lyfja) and Heilsuhúsið Akureyri.

Fiber Remember

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Updated 23.04.21 at 14:55: Matvælastofnun has received confirmation from RASFF Europe’s warning system that the following HUSK PSYLLIUM products, shipped to Iceland by E. Bridde ehf. until the year 2018 and then for sale in Iceland, is also covered by the recall. The company Orkla recalls all HUSK PSYLLIUM products as a precaution, including older batches. The products are valid until September 2021 and may be found at consumers’ homes. Their consumption should be avoided. 

REMEMBER recall

Vara Production batch Best for a date
REMEMBER PSYLLIUM capsules 225 pcs. 118181 4/30/2021
REMEMBER PSYLLIUM capsules 225 pcs. 160181 6/30/2021
REMEMBER PSYLLIUM capsules 225 pcs. 161181 6/30/2021
REMEMBER PSYLLIUM capsules 225 pcs. 212181 31.7.2021
REMEMBER PSYLLIUM fragrance 200g 480057 8/31/2021
REMEMBER PSYLLIUM fragrance 450g 478333 6/30/2021
REMEMBER PSYLLIUM fragrance 450g 480058 9/30/2021

 

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Updated 19.04.21 at 14:43:  One product has been added to the recall of HUSK from the company Orkla due to the risk of salmonella. All batches of the gluten-free baking ingredient Fiber Husk are recalled. Fiber Husk was for sale in Kaupfélag Skagfirðinga in Sauðakrókur.

REMEMBER recall
Picture of the HUSK products that were for sale and are recalled by Kaupfélag Skagfirðinga.

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Updated 17.04.21 at 11:55 – Distribution:  Recalled products were for sale in Lyfjavers store on Suðurlandsbraut, Lyfjavers online store and Kaupfélag Skagfirðinga in Sauðárkrókur. No further distribution within the country is known at this time, but work is continuing to gather information on distribution. 

Recall of REMEMBER

Product Name: 

  • REMEMBER Natural fiber, powder (Natural fiber)
  • REMEMBER Natural fibers, capsules (Natural fiber)    
  • REMEMBER Fiber + Lactic acid bacteria, powder (Natural fiber + Lactic acid bacteria)
  • REMEMBER Fiber + Lactic Acid Bacteria (Natural Fiber + Lactic Acid Bacteria)
  • REMEMBER Stomach Balance
  • REMEMBER Psyllium Stomach Balance
  • REMEMBER Psyllium Frogs

All batches are recalled. See further information about products in the press release of the Reykjavík Health Inspectorate . 

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News 16.04.21 at 11:20:

Matvælastofnun warns against consuming HUSK PSYLLIUM FROSKALLER and HUSK PSYLLIUM MAVEBALANCE fiber capsules and powders from the company Orkla Care. Salmonella has been identified in the products and three deaths and a number of infections in Denmark can be traced to their consumption.

Recall of REMEMBER

Matvælastofnun and the municipal health inspectorate continue to work on obtaining information on distribution to Iceland. The products have been imported to the country and are available in pharmacies, among other places. Recall is ongoing in all rounds. Full distribution is not available at this time, but further information will be published as soon as it is available.

Related material

Updated 27.04.21 at 13:50
Updated 23.04.21 at 14:55
Updated 19.04.21 at 11:43
Updated 17.04.21 at 12:15

Updated 17.04.21 at 11:55

USA – Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella Duisburg: Jule’s Cashew Brie (April 2021)

FDA

The FDA, along with CDC and state and local partners are investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Duisburg infections linked to the consumption of Jule’s Cashew Brie, a vegan, or plant-based cheese alternative. The firm, Jule’s Foods of Carlsbad, California, is conducting a voluntary recall of all varieties of Jule’s Foods products.

CDC identified an outbreak of five Salmonella Duisburg illnesses, which is considered a rare Salmonella serotype. All samples taken from ill patients are highly related according to Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) analysis, or DNA fingerprinting of the pathogen. Of the five people interviewed, three (60%) reported eating Jule’s Truffle Cashew Brie– the only common product identified.

California Department of Public Health and Tennessee Department of Health state investigators collected samples of Jule’s Cashew Brie (including Cashew Brie (Classic), Truffle Cashew Brie, and Black Garlic Cashew Brie) from various retail locations. Preliminary results indicated that the Jule’s Cashew Brie products collected and analyzed in California may have been contaminated with Salmonella. Additional analysis subsequently confirmed the presence of Salmonella and additional analysis is ongoing to determine if the type of Salmonella found in these products matches the outbreak strain.

Based on these preliminary sample results, on April 21, 2021, the firm agreed to voluntarily recall all Jule’s Cashew Brie products. These tested products were sold on the firm’s website and in select retail locations. Additional distribution information is included in the firm’s recall announcement and below. Additionally, as a precaution the firm is also recalling its plant-based dairy alternative Jule’s Spinach Artichoke Dip and Jule’s Vegan Ranch Dressing. These products were sold directly to customers via the internet.

On April 21, 2021, FDA investigators and California Department of Public Health state inspectors arrived at the firm to conduct an inspection and collect additional product and environmental samples. The FDA investigation is ongoing to determine the source of contamination. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.

Recommendation

Consumers, restaurants, and retailers should not eat, sell, or serve recalled Jule’s Foods products. Consumers should throw away recalled Jule’s Foods products or return to the place of purchase for a refund.

FDA recommends that anyone who received or suspects having received recalled Jule’s brand products use extra vigilance in cleaning and sanitizing any surfaces and containers that may have come in contact with the products to reduce the risk of cross-contamination. This includes cutting boards, slicers, countertops, refrigerators, and storage bins.


Product Images

Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella Duisburg Jule's Brie

Map of U.S. Distribution of Recalled Jule’s Foods Products

Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella Duisburg - Cashew Brie Products - Map of U.S. Distribution (04-23-2021)

Case Count Map Provided by CDC

Case Count Map Provided by CDC - Salmonella Duisburg  - Cashew Brie Products

Case Counts

Total Illnesses: 5
Hospitalizations: 2
Deaths: 0
Last Illness Onset: February 27, 2021
States with Cases: CA (2), FL (1), TN (2)
Product Distribution*: Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas
*Distribution has been confirmed for states listed, but product could have been distributed further, reaching additional states

Iceland- Salmonella in HUSK fiber capsules and powders – updated

MAST

Updated 23.04.21 at 14:55: Matvælastofnun has received confirmation from RASFF Europe’s warning system that the following HUSK PSYLLIUM products, shipped to Iceland by E. Bridde ehf. until the year 2018 and then for sale in Iceland, is also covered by the recall. The company Orkla recalls all HUSK PSYLLIUM products as a precaution, including older batches. The products are valid until September 2021 and may be found at consumers’ homes. Their consumption should be avoided. 

REMEMBER recall

Vara Production batch Best for a date
REMEMBER PSYLLIUM capsules 225 pcs. 118181 4/30/2021
REMEMBER PSYLLIUM capsules 225 pcs. 160181 6/30/2021
REMEMBER PSYLLIUM capsules 225 pcs. 161181 6/30/2021
REMEMBER PSYLLIUM capsules 225 pcs. 212181 31.7.2021
REMEMBER PSYLLIUM fragrance 200g 480057 8/31/2021
REMEMBER PSYLLIUM fragrance 450g 478333 6/30/2021
REMEMBER PSYLLIUM fragrance 450g 480058 9/30/2021

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Updated 19.04.21 at 14:43:  One product has been added to the recall of HUSK from the company Orkla due to the risk of salmonella. All batches of the gluten-free baking ingredient Fiber Husk are recalled. Fiber Husk was for sale in Kaupfélag Skagfirðinga in Sauðakrókur.

REMEMBER recall
Picture of the HUSK products that were for sale and are recalled by Kaupfélag Skagfirðinga.

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Updated 17.04.21 at 11:55 – Distribution:  Recalled products were for sale in Lyfjavers store on Suðurlandsbraut, Lyfjavers online store and Kaupfélag Skagfirðinga in Sauðárkrókur. No further distribution within the country is known at this time, but work is continuing to gather information on distribution. 

Recall of REMEMBER

Product Name: 

  • REMEMBER Natural fiber, powder (Natural fiber)
  • REMEMBER Natural fibers, capsules (Natural fiber)    
  • REMEMBER Fiber + Lactic acid bacteria, powder (Natural fiber + Lactic acid bacteria)
  • REMEMBER Fiber + Lactic Acid Bacteria (Natural Fiber + Lactic Acid Bacteria)
  • REMEMBER Stomach Balance
  • REMEMBER Psyllium Stomach Balance
  • REMEMBER Psyllium Frogs

All batches are recalled. See further information about products in the press release of the Reykjavík Health Inspectorate . 

————————————————– –

News 16.04.21 at 11:20:

Matvælastofnun warns against consuming HUSK PSYLLIUM FROSKALLER and HUSK PSYLLIUM MAVEBALANCE fiber capsules and powders from the company Orkla Care. Salmonella has been identified in the products and three deaths and a number of infections in Denmark can be traced to their consumption.

Recall of REMEMBER

Matvælastofnun and the municipal health inspectorate continue to work on obtaining information on distribution to Iceland. The products have been imported to the country and are available in pharmacies, among other places. Recall is ongoing in all rounds. Full distribution is not available at this time, but further information will be published as soon as it is available.

Related material

Updated 23.04.21 at 14:55
Updated 19.04.21 at 11:43
Updated 17.04.21 at 12:15

Updated 17.04.21 at 11:55

USA – Core Investigations Table

FDA

Australia – Naturally Good Super Paleo Breakfast Biscuits 150g – increase in moisture which may lead to microbial growth

FSANZ

Naturally Good Super Paleo Breakfast Biscuits 150g   

​Date published: 22 April 2021

Product information

Naturally Good Products Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of Naturally Good Super Paleo Breakfast Biscuits. The affected flavours are Lemon Chia, Maple Hemp and Vanilla Flax. The products have been available for sale at independent food retailers including IGA & health food stores in NSW, ACT, Qld, Vic, Tas, NT and SA.

Date markings

All best before dates from 26-08-2021 up to and including 15-03-2022

Naturally Good Super Paleo Breakfast Biscuits Lemon Chia, Maple Hemp and Vanilla Flax 

Problem

The recall is due to potential for an increase in moisture which may lead to microbial growth.

Food safety hazard

Food products may cause illness if consumed.

Country of origin

Australia

What to do​

Consumers should not eat this product and should return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund.

For further information please contact:

Naturally Good Products Pty Ltd
(03) 9460 8050
http://www.naturallygoodproducts.com.au

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