UK – Officials probe Raisins link in UK STEC E. coli outbreak

Food Safety News

More than 35 people have fallen sick in an E. coli outbreak in the United Kingdom.

The Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) outbreak has had 36 cases across the UK since November 2023.

Patient interviews have identified raisins from Turkey as a potential source, and the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has raised the issue with Turkish authorities.

Belgium – Abondance au Lait Raw – cheese from the Pochat & Fils brand

AFSCA

Brussels, July 12, 2024 – Following an inspection, in order to guarantee consumer safety, the firm SAS FROMAGERIE POCHAT is withdrawing from sale the cheese “Abondance au Lait Cru 200g  ” of the Pochat & Fils brand , sold in the dairy section of certain Carrefour stores in Belgium, and recalling it from consumers due to the possible presence of E.Coli .

Product Description:

  • Product Name: Raw Milk Abondance
  • Brand: Pochat & Fils
  • EAN code: 3294589448101
  • Best Before Date (BBD): 08/15/2024
  • Lot number: A4164001874
  • Weight: 200 g

All products are being withdrawn from sale. However, some of these products were on the market before the withdrawal measure.

Anyone who still has these products is asked not to consume them and to return them to the point of sale where they were purchased for a refund. As a precaution, anyone who has consumed these products and who has symptoms consistent with acute gastroenteritis (i.e. vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, isolated or accompanied by headaches, abdominal cramps, malaise, anorexia, fever, chills, and body aches) is asked to consult their doctor, informing them of this consumption as well as the place and date of purchase.

Children and the elderly should be particularly attentive to these symptoms.

For any further information, you can contact Carrefour Belgium customer service by dialing the free number 0800.9.10.11, from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday.

The company SAS FROMAGERIE POCHAT apologizes to Carrefour customers for the inconvenience caused.

France – Organic IGP Savoie Tomme – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
The Crêt Joli Farm
Model names or references
Organic IGP Savoie Tomme
Product identification
Batch Date
0705 Expiry date 08/31/2024
0905 Expiry date 08/31/2024
Packaging
Sold by the cut in the traditional section and in self-service
Start/End of marketing date
From 06/07/2024 to 07/01/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 74 184 001 CE
Further information
Organic Agriculture
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
Satoriz Marcel and son Independents

Sweden – Protos recalls Smak av Gotland minced lamb with best before date 07-17-2024 – Salmonella

Livsmedelsverket

Protos recalls Smak av Gotland minced lamb with best before date 07-17-2024

2024-07-12

Protos is recalling minced lamb of the Smak av Gotland brand after salmonella was found in a limited batch.

France – Raw milk goat cheese – STEC E.coli O103

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
Cow and Cow
Model names or references
Farmhouse goat cheese made from raw milk
Product identification
Batch Date
240-624 250-624 260-624 270-624 300-624 010-724 020-724 030-724 Recommended consumption date between 04/07/2024 and 20/07/2024
Packaging
In bulk therefore in the cheese section
Start/End of marketing date
From 06/25/2024 to 07/04/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 07 297 604 CE
Geographic area of ​​sale
Saint Sylvester
Distributors
at the farm

USA – AB World Foods US, Inc. Recalls Al’Fez Natural Tahini Because of Possible Health Risk

FDA

AB World Foods US, Inc. of Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, is voluntarily recalling Al’Fez Natural Tahini in 5.6oz glass jars because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

The recalled Al’Fez Natural Tahini was distributed nationwide in retail stores beginning 05/26/23. The recalled Al’Fez Natural Tahini was sold in 5.6oz glass jars, UPC 711464506778, and with a “BEST BEFORE” of “2024 JL 11” or later. The specific codes being recalled are: Lot Numbers “3031”, “3080”, “3270”, “3297” with corresponding BEST BEFORE: “2024 JL 31”; “2024 SE 09”; “2025 MR 27”; “2025 AL 04”. The recall only applies to these codes, the codes are located on the back of the jar as depicted in the pictures below.

To date, AB World Foods US, Inc. has received no reports of illness related to the recalled product from consumers in the United States.

The potential for contamination was noted after testing by the company revealed the presence of Salmonella. The company has ceased distribution of the product as the company continues their investigation.

Consumers who have purchased Al’Fez Natural Tahini 5.6oz with the affected lot codes are advised to discontinue use immediately and return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If a consumer experiences the symptoms listed above and believes they may have been exposed to Salmonella, they are urged to contact a medical provider.

The wellbeing of its customers is paramount to AB World Foods US, Inc. Consumers who have questions may contact Adifi Burman, info@alfez.us, 647 218 0081. Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time.

This recall is being made with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration.

Italy- MONTE VERONESE WHOLE MILK DOP CHEESE 1/4 SHAPE IN ATM – Listeria monocytogenes

Salute

Brand : DOP

Name : MONTE VERONESE WHOLE MILK DOP CHEESE 1/4 SHAPE IN ATM

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : 15 July 2024

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Italy – MONTE VERONESE WHOLE MILK DOP CHEESE 1/2 FORM IN ATM – Listeria monocytogenes

Salute

Brand : DOP

Name : MONTE VERONESE WHOLE MILK DOP CHEESE 1/2 FORM IN ATM

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : 15 July 2024

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Italy – FORMAGGIO MONTE VERONESE LATTE INTERO DOP 1/2ATM – Listeria monocytogenes

Salute

Marchio: MONTE VEROMESE

Denominazione: FORMAGGIO MONTE VERONESE LATTE INTERO DOP 1/2ATM

Motivo della segnalazione: Richiamo per rischio microbiologico

Data pubblicazione: 13 luglio 2024

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Italy -MONTE VERONESE CHEESE INTERNAL MILK DOP 1/4 ATM – Listeria monocytogenes

Salute

Brand : MONTE VERONESE

Name : MONTE VERONESE CHEESE INTERNAL MILK DOP 1/4 ATM

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : 13 July 2024

Documentation

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