France – LIVE SCALLOPS – E.coli

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Fishery and aquaculture products
Product brand name
METRO
Model names or references
LIVE SCALLOPS
Product identification
Batch
F4297017, F4304106
Packaging
basket
Start/End of marketing date
From 10/30/2024 to 11/07/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
50.602.016
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
METRO

Czech Republic – Chicken breast – Salmonella

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Place of inspection:
Český Krumlov ( Domoradická 299, 381 01 Český Krumlov )
ID: 45308314
Food group: Meat and meat products Packaged meat

Chicken breast
Category: Dangerous foods
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Salmonella

The presence of the pathogenic bacterium Salmonella Infantis , which can cause a disease called salmonellosis, was detected in the food  .

Batch: 24145
Best before date: 22.11.25
Packaging: PP 4
Quantity of the product in the package: 500 g
Date of sample collection: 07/08/2024
Reference number: 24-000524-SZPI-CZ
The sample was detected by the official control of the State Agricultural and Food Inspection.

France – CAESAR SALAD -Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Prepared meals and snacks
Product brand name
MY KARMA
Model names or references
CAESAR SALAD PACKAGED IN MODIFIED ATMOSPHERE
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3760275841360 30124 Expiry date 02/11/2024
Packaging
packaged in a round transparent plastic tray
Start/End of marketing date
From 10/28/2024 to 11/02/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 2B033 025 CE
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
ORDIONI/CARREFOUR/ORENGA/MONTICOINPRESS/PORETTA/OSTELLA/FERRANDI/A BOCCA/BOUTIQUE NOVELTY

France – Tellines – DSP -Shellfish Toxins

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Fishery and aquaculture products
Product brand name
Unbranded
Model names or references
Tellines shipped from 10/29/2024 to 10/31/2024
Product identification
Batch
All lots
Start/End of marketing date
From 10/29/2024 to 10/31/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR.29.158.500.CE
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
Wholesalers – Fishmongers – GMS

France -WHOLE RAW FROZEN SHRIMPS – 400G Vibrio vulnificus

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Fishery and aquaculture products
Product brand name
ECO+
Model names or references
WHOLE RAW FROZEN SHRIMPS – 400G
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3450970092036 3L15 Minimum durability date 11/30/2025
Packaging
BOX OF 400 G
Start/End of marketing date
From 07/24/2024 to 11/07/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be stored in the freezer
Health mark
870
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
E.LECLERC

USA – FDA – Investigations of Foodborne Illness Outbreaks

FDA

What’s New

  • A new outbreak E. coli O121:H19 (ref #1273) linked to a not yet identified product has been added to the table. FDA has initiated traceback.
  • For the outbreak of E. coli O26:H11 (ref #1272) linked to a not yet identified product, FDA has initiated traceback, an onsite inspection and sample collection.
  • For the outbreak of Salmonella Thompson (ref #1262) linked to a not yet identified product, the case count was adjusted from 27 to 25 cases.
  • For the outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes (ref #1247) linked to a not yet identified product, the outbreak has ended.
  • For the outbreak of Cyclospora cayetanensis (ref #1237) linked to a not yet identified product, the case count was adjusted from 46 to 47 cases.

Catalonia – Presence of Salmonella in alfalfa sprouts

ACSA

Alfalfa Tugas of the alert

The presence of Salmonella in sprouted alfalfa sprouts of the TUGAS brand from Spain is reported.

The data of the product involved are:

  • Product name:  Alfalfa sprouts
  • Brand:  Tugas
  • Product appearance: Plastic bag
  • Batch number:  120142012
  • Expiry date:  08/11/2024
  • Unit weight:  150g
  • Temperature:  Refrigeration

According to the information available, the products have been distributed in the autonomous communities of Catalonia , Andalusia, the Balearic Islands, the Valencian Community, La Rioja and Madrid, and it cannot be ruled out that there may be redistribution to other autonomous communities.

In relation to the information received by the health authorities of La Rioja, the Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition has communicated this information to the competent authorities of the autonomous communities, through the  European Food Alert Network .

The withdrawal of the affected product from the marketing channels is being monitored by the competent authorities.

As a precautionary measure,  people who may have the above-mentioned product in their homes are advised to refrain from consuming it.

If you have consumed any of the products from the affected batch and present symptoms compatible with salmonellosis (mainly diarrhea and/or vomiting accompanied by fever and headache) it is recommended to go to a health center. 

France – DRY SAUSAGE – Salmonella

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
THE LITTLE SAVOYARD
Model names or references
DRY SAUSAGE LE PETIT SAVOYARD
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3375220012216 428992016 Minimum durability date 12/24/2024
Packaging
Packaging in transparent bag
Start/End of marketing date
From 10/14/2024 to 11/04/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be stored at room temperature
Health mark
FR 73.215.001 CE
Additional information
The batch and the BBD of the product are written on the transparent bag
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
CARREFOUR, CASINO, INTERMARCHE, LECLERC, PROVERA, SYSTEM U, WHOLESALERS AND REGIONAL PRODUCTS

France – NATURAL DRY SAUSAGE 200G CDA – Salmonella

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
CHALET OF THE ALPES
Model names or references
NATURAL DRY SAUSAGE 200G CDA
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3375220021669 428890024 Minimum durability date 12/01/2025
3375220021669 428890020 Minimum durability date 12/01/2025
Packaging
Naked, with ring label
Start/End of marketing date
Since 10/15/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be stored at room temperature
Health mark
FR 73.215.001 CE
Additional information
The batch number and the BBD are written on the paper label
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
WHOLESALERS AND REGIONAL PRODUCT STORES

Research – Antibacterial Activity of Phloretin Against Vibrio parahaemolyticus and Its Application in Seafood

MDPI

Abstract

Although phloretin is widely utilized in the food industry as an additive, its effects on foodborne pathogens remain insufficiently investigated. This study aimed to evaluate the antimicrobial properties of phloretin (PHL) against Vibrio parahaemolyticus (V. parahaemolyticus) and to elucidate the potential mechanisms of action. After PHL treatment, alterations in the cell morphology, cell microstructure, and intracellular contents of V. parahaemolyticus were assessed. Scanning electron microscopy revealed substantial damage to cell integrity, subsequent to PHL treatment. A notable reduction in intracellular components, including proteins, ATP, and DNA, was observed in samples treated with PHL. PHL was shown to inhibit the activities of ATPase, β-galactosidase, and respiratory chain dehydrogenase in V. parahaemolyticus. Furthermore, it was demonstrated to elevate the intracellular levels of reactive oxygen species and promote cell death. After being applied to sea bass, shrimp, and oysters, PHL effectively inactivated V. parahaemolyticus in these seafoods. These findings demonstrate that PHL has potential for application in seafood to control V. parahaemolyticus.