EU – Zoonoses, foodborne outbreaks and antimicrobial resistance guidance for reporting 2023 data

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EFSA

This technical report provides guidance for reporting countries on how to submit their isolate-based quantitative antimicrobial resistance data, and data on the prevalence of zoonoses and microbiological agents and contaminants in food, food-borne outbreaks, animal populations and disease status. To collect these data, EFSA has created the Data Collection Framework (DCF) application. This report includes data dictionaries to guide the reporting of information derived from 2023 under Directive 2003/99/EC, Regulation (EU) 2017/625, Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/627 and Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2020/1729. The objective is to explain in detail the individual data elements of the EFSA data models that are to be used for XML data submission through the DCF. In particular, it explains the data elements to be reported, including information about the data type, a reference to the list of permitted terms and any additional business rules or requirements that may apply.

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France – Raclettes – Listeria monocytogenes

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Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
Baechler
Model names or references
fenugreek raclette lot 23 0265 fenugreek raclette lot 23 0416
Product identification
Batch Date
fenugreek raclette lot 23 0416 Minimum durability date 01/15/2024
fenugreek raclette lot 23 0265 Minimum durability date 01/14/2024

Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
Baechler
Model names or references
wild garlic raclette lot 23 0185
Product identification
Batch Date
wild garlic raclette lot 23 0185 Minimum durability date 01/18/2024
Products List
rappel_conso_ail_ours.pdfAttachment
Packaging
Whole cheese for sale by the cut or self-service
Start/end date of marketing
From 10/16/2023 to 10/20/2023
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Geographical sales area
Whole France
Distributors
wholesalers and large retailers

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India – 20 female students of seminary fall sick after consuming poisonous food

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The Nation

RAWALPINDI   –   As many as 20 female students of a local seminary in Dhoke Mustaqeem were rushed to hospital after they fell sick by eating poisonous edibles in after­noon, informed sources on Saturday. The sick semi­nary students were shifted to District Headquarters Hospital for medical treatment.

According to sources, as many as 20 female stu­dents fell ill after eating Samosa and Pakora from nearby shop and they had been shifted to the hospi­tal where their condition was stable.

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India – 58 School Children Fall Sick After Eating Meal On R-Day In Madhya Pradesh

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NDTV

As many as 58 children fell sick due to suspected food poisoning after having meal following the Republic Day function at a government school in Madhya Pradesh’s Rewa district, an official said on Friday.

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USA – Natures Wonder Premium Bean Sprouts Recalled For Listeria

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Food Poisoning Bulletin

Natures Wonder Premium Bean Sprouts are being recalled for possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Because the recall notice was posted on the FDA’s Enforcement Reports page, not the regular recall page, there is no mention about whether or not any illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the consumption of this item. The recalling firm is Chang & Sons Enterprises of Whately, Massachusetts.

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USA -Hepatitis A has its eye on a ShopRite in Philly

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Food Poison Journal

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health has recently confirmed that a person who works at the ShopRite at Oxford and Levick, located at 6301 Oxford St, Philadelphia, has acute Hepatitis A. The store is aware of the situation and is working collaboratively with the Health Department.
No additional ill people have been reported and no other stores are affected. While the risk of Hepatitis A infection is very low, the Health Department recommends that people who handled raw beef or pork or ate undercooked beef or pork purchased from the store’s meat counter between January 4th, 2024 and January 21st, 2024 receive Hepatitis A vaccine as soon as possible.

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Belgium – “Nem Chua” & “Nem Chua La Tam Ruot” from the brand ORIENTAL KITCHEN – Listeria monocytogenes – Staphylococcus aureus

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afsca

Recall of Tam Y
Product: “Nem Chua” & “Nem Chua La Tam Ruot” from the brand ORIENTAL KITCHEN
Nature of the problem: presence of Listeria and Staphylococci

In agreement with the AFSCA, Tam Y is withdrawing the “Nem Chua” & “Nem Chua La Tam Ruot” products of the ORIENTAL KITCHEN brand from sale and recalling them from consumers due to the presence of Listeria and Staphylococci.

Tam Y asks its customers not to consume these products and to return them to the point of sale where they were purchased, where they will be refunded.

Product description:

– Product name: Nem Chua
– Brand: ORIENTAL KITCHEN
– Best before date (Best before): 01/28/2024
– Batch number: 01/28/2024
– Sales period: from 01/08/2024 to 01/26/2024
– Nature of packaging: net of 10 units.
– Weight: 300g

The product was distributed by Tam Y (Chaussée du Roi Albert 86, 4431 Loncin).

For any further information , contact:

Mr. Tran Huu Duc
Telephone number and email address: 0499611766 and tamy4447@gmail.com .

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Research- Determination of Mycotoxins in Plant-Based Meat Alternatives (PBMAs) and Ingredients after Microwave Cooking

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MDPI

Abstract

In this study, we investigate the role of microwave cooking in reducing mycotoxin contamination in plant-based food matrices, with a focus on veggie burgers (purchased and home-made) and their ingredients (soybean, potatoes, zucchini, carrots). Two different conditions were studied (Max–Min) that were 800 W for 60 s and 800 W for 90 s, respectively. The degradation patterns of aflatoxins (AFB1, AFB2, AFG1, AFG2), fumonisins (FB1, FB2, FB3), trichothecenes (T2, HT2, ZEA), and ochratoxin A (OTA) were studied. The extraction procedures were conducted with the QuEChERS extraction, and the analyses were conducted with liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS). Principal component analysis (PCA) showed that degradation under microwave cooking varies considerably across different food matrices and cooking conditions. This study provides valuable insights into the degradation of mycotoxins during microwave cooking and underscores the need for more research in this area to ensure food safety.

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Posted in Aflatoxin, Aflatoxin B1, Alternaria Toxin, Aspergillus Toxin, Food Microbiology Research, Food Toxin, Fusarium Toxin, Mold Toxin, Mould Toxin, Mycotoxin, Ochratoxin, Ochratoxin A, OTA, Research, T2 HT2, Zearalenone

France -HOT SPICY Chicken Filet’s – Listeria monocytogenes

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Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
ID’HALAL
Model names or references
BQ 1KG HOT SPICY CHICKEN ID’HAL S/AT
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3378740002293 4704533658 Use-by date 02/13/2024
Packaging
Modified atmosphere tray, 1 kg
Start/end date of marketing
From 01/09/2024 to 02/13/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 56-222-002
Geographical sales area
Whole France
Distributors
AGRODIS ABO, AGROMA FRAIS, AL SIMA VERNET, ALFAZO TOULON, APRIBA LENS / ANTI G, ATG DISTRIBUTION, ATIMEX, BM SUPERMARCHE, BVBA JOUNES, DJAOU VIANDE HALAL, FRANCE VIANDE TRAD, FRANGO CONCEPT, FRANPRIX – MAMINA, GARGES DIS FRAIS.. .

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France – ELABORATED PORK VEAL CREPINETTE – Salmonella

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Gov France

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
UNBRANDED
Model names or references
ELABORATED PORK VEAL CREPINETTE
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
0211668000000 Packed on 01/17/2024 Use-by date 01/22/2024
Products List
Reminder.pdfAttachment
Packaging
Sold in trays of two units packaged in film
Start/end date of marketing
From 01/17/2024 to 01/22/2024
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Further information
Sold in the self-service butcher section between 01/17/2024 and 01/22/2024
Geographical sales area
Leclerc Colmar
Distributors
Leclerc Colmar

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