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Research – Pilot Scale Assessment of High-Pressure Processing (HPP) to Enhance Microbiological Quality and Shelf Life of Fresh Ready-to-Eat (RTE) Blue Crab Meat
Blue crab (Callinectes sapidus) is a highly valuable wild fishery species of crab native to the waters of the western Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. The annual commercial production of live blue crabs is approximately 50,000 metric tons with a dockside value of USD 200 million. Presently the US blue crab processing industry sells crab meat in three basic forms: fresh crab meat, pasteurized crab meat, and frozen crab meat. By far “Fresh” is the most desirable form of crab meat. However, fresh crab meat has a limited shelf life. This study evaluated the effects of high-pressure processing (HPP) on enhancing the microbiological quality and shelf life of blue crab meat. Live blue crabs were pressure-cooked in a retort (≥115 °C for 4–6 min). The crab meat was handpicked, packed in plastic containers with seals, subjected to HPP treatment, and stored at 4 °C. Container integrity and water leakage issues were examined by observation in addition to weight comparison before and after HPP treatment; the shelf life of crab meat with and without HPP treatments was examined via microbiological tests and sensory evaluations. Results show that polypropylene containers sealed with 10K OTR (oxygen transmission rate) film could withstand high pressure without water leakage issues; HPP treatment at 600 MPa for 3 min could extend the shelf life of fresh, cooked, and handpicked crab meat from 6 days to 18 days based on the strictest APC (aerobic plate account) limit (APC ≤ 100,000 CFU/g). The sensory quality of the HPP-treated crab meat was well accepted throughout the 3-week storage period. The results support the use of HPP as an effective non-thermal processing technology to enhance the microbiological quality and extend the shelf life of fresh RTE blue crab meat.
Posted in Food Microbiology Research, HPP, Research, Technology
Switzerland – Shredded Chicken Wraps and Sandwiches – Listeria monocytogenes
Public warning: listeria in wraps and sandwiches containing shredded chicken
An internal check of the Panetta SA company revealed the presence of listeria in various wraps and sandwiches containing minced chicken. As a health risk cannot be excluded, the OSAV recommends not consuming the products concerned. Panetta SA immediately removed the affected products from sale and ordered a recall.
Posted in food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Pathogen, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, Listeria, Listeria monocytogenes
France – Espelette pepper powder AOP – Aflatoxin

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Herbs and spices
Product brand name
Our Regions have Talent
Model names or references
Espelette pepper powder AOP – 40g
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3564709030395 22P2272/1 22P2272/2 22P2272/3 Recommended consumption date 12/31/2024
Packaging
Glass – 40g
Start/end date of marketing
From 01/11/2023 to 11/24/2023
Storage temperature
Product to be stored at room temperature
Further information
Batch number indicated on the white capsule
Geographical sales area
Whole France
Distributors
E. LECLERC
Posted in Aflatoxin, Aspergillus Toxin, food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Poisoning, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, Food Toxin, Mold Toxin, Mould Toxin, Mycotoxin
France – LIGHTNING SPECULOOS – Listeria monocytogenes

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Sweet products
Product brand name
MAVIDIS
Model names or references
Speculoos Éclairs sold from December 16 to 4, 2023 in the traditional pastry section of the E.Leclerc Villeparisis Hypermarket.
Product identification
Batch
see product list in attachment
Products List
AFFICHETTE_DE_RAPPEL_ECLAIR_SPECULOS_08122023.pdfAttachment
Packaging
Cardboard pastry box. Traditional sale.
Start/end date of marketing
From 11/16/2023 to 12/04/2023
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Further information
The products concerned are the products sold in the traditional pastry section from November 16 to December 4, 2023.
Geographical sales area
Point Hypermarket E.Leclerc Villeparisis
Distributors
Hypermarket E.Leclerc Villeparisis
Posted in food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Pathogen, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, Listeria, Listeria monocytogenes
Italy – Flavors of the sea – Anchovy sauce 100 ml – Histamine
Brand : Sapori di mare
Name : Colatura di alici ml.100
Reason for reporting : Recall due to chemical risk
Publication date : 8 December 2023
Documentation
Posted in food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Poisoning, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, Food Toxin, Histamine
USA -More than two dozen report illnesses after eating at a North Carolina restaurant

County officials in North Carolina are investigating an outbreak of foodborne illnesses linked to a sushi restaurant.
Patrons of Sushi Nine on Western Boulevard in Wake County reported illnesses with symptoms common to norovirus virus infection. The first case was reported on Nov. 30 and subsequent patients continue to be identified. As of Dec. 7 there are 31 people who have reported symptoms.
Local media are reporting that county investigators say it’s too early to tell what caused the virus. They are looking at food storage and preparation as well as norovirus.
France – MORBIER AOP 90J M M&T 7KG-CAR OF 1 – STEC E.coli

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
HOUSE MOUNTS and TERROIRS
Model names or references
MORBIER AOP 90 J 7Kg GRINDING WHEEL
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3048979471404 7431220-01; 7431220-00; 7431220-02; 7431213-05; 7431227-00; 7440103-00; 7440103-01; 7440103-02; 7440103-03; 7440110-00; 7440110-01; 7440110-02; 7440117-00; 7440117-01; 7440124-00; 7440131-01; 7440131-00 Minimum durability date between 12/20/2023 and 01/31/2024
Packaging
The cutting
Start/end date of marketing
From 10/24/2023 to 12/07/2023
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR39.558.002CE
Geographical sales area
Whole France
Distributors
LECLERC and CORA
Canada – Public Health Notice: Outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to Malichita and Rudy brand cantaloupes – Update
As of December 7, there have been 129 laboratory-confirmed cases of Salmonella Soahanina, Sundsvall and Oranienburg illness linked to this outbreak in the following provinces: British Columbia (15), Ontario (17), Quebec (91), Prince Edward Island (2), New Brunswick (2), and Newfoundland and Labrador (2). Additional Salmonella infections are under investigation and more illnesses associated with this outbreak may be confirmed. Individuals became sick between mid-October and mid-November 2023. Forty-four (44) individuals have been hospitalized. Five deaths have been reported. Individuals who became ill are between 0 to 100 years of age. The majority of the individuals who became sick are children 5 years of age or younger (35%), or adults 65 years of age or older (45%). About half of the cases (52%) are female.
France – MORBIER AOP PRESTIGE Monts et Terroirs – STEC E.coli

Product category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
MOUNTAINS and TERROIRS
Model names or references
MORBIER AOP Prestige grindstones
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3048979471381 7440104-00; 7440111-00 Minimum durability date between 01/04/2024 and 01/11/2024
Products List
MORBIER_AOP_MORBIER_AOP_PRS_M_T_SC_7K.pdfAttachment
Start/end date of marketing
From 11/29/2023 to 12/07/2023
Storage temperature
Product to keep in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 39.558.002 CE
Further information
Sold by the cut
Geographical sales area
Whole France
Distributors
SARL MAISON NOE SAS SOVEFRAIS SODIAAL PROFESSIONNEL – STEF
Posted in food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Pathogen, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, STEC, STEC E.coli
FDA Update – Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella: Cantaloupes (November 2023)
Products and Stores Affected (Updated on 12/7/2023)
Recalled whole cantaloupe from the following brands:
- Whole fresh cantaloupes with a label on the cantaloupe that says “Malichita” or “Rudy”, “4050”, and “Product of Mexico/produit du Mexique”.
- Retailers and wholesalers would have received recalled whole melons from Crown Jewels Produce in boxes labeled “Malichita/Z Farms” or from Sofia Produce doing business as TruFresh in boxes labeled “Malichita” or “Rudy”, or from Pacific Trellis in corrugated cartons with certain lot codes.
Recalled pre-cut cantaloupe and products containing pre-cut cantaloupes (these products are made from recalled whole cantaloupes):
- ALDIExternal Link Disclaimer cantaloupe, cut cantaloupe, and pineapple spears in clamshell packaging with Best-by dates between October 27 and October 31 and sold in IL, IN, IA, KY, MI, and WI.
- Vinyard cantaloupe chunks and cubes, fruit mixes, melon medleys, and fruit cups containing cantaloupe. Most have a “Vinyard” label, and some have a red label with “Fresh” sold between October 30 and November 10 in Oklahoma stores.
- Freshness Guaranteed (sold at select WalmartExternal Link Disclaimer stores) seasonal blend, melon trio, melon mix, fruit blend, fruit bowl, seasonal fruit tray, fruit mix, and cantaloupe chunks; and RaceTrac fruit medley sold in clear square or round plastic containers. Recalled products were sold at select retail stores in IN, MI, OH, KY, NC, TN, VA, IL, TX, and LA (see recall announcement for lot codes and “best by” dates).
- KwikTrip 6-oz mixed fruit cup, 6-oz cantaloupe cup, and 16-oz fruit tray distributed to Kwik Trip, Kwik Star, Stop-N-Go, Tobacco Outlet Plus Grocery, and Tobacco Outlet Plus convenience stores in WI, MN, IA, MI, IL, and SD.
- Bix Produce 5.75-oz Created Fresh! cantaloupe Grab N’ Go fruit cups, Created Fresh! Grab N’ Go mixed fruit cups, and Jack & Olive mixed fruit cups sold in MN, ND, SD, and WI.
- GHGA pre-cut products containing cantaloupe branded as Sprouts Farmers Market, Trader Joes, and unbranded products sold at Kroger. Recalled products were distributed to Kroger stores in AL and GA, Sprout’s Farmers Market stores in AL, GA, NC, and SC, and Trader Joe’s stores in AL, FL, GA, SC, and TN (see recall for lot codes and “sell-by” dates).
- Cut Fruit Express Caribou Coffee Fruit Mix CHPG 6.5oz and Cut Fruit Express-brand of 6.5oz, 15oz, 16oz, 32oz packages of Fruit Mix containing cantaloupes. This recall also includes food service packages of cantaloupe chunks and fruit mixes containing cantaloupe.
- TGD Cuts, LLC fresh-cut fruit cup, clamshell and tray products containing cantaloupe.
FDA has compiled a list of recalls being conducted by companies that received and used recalled melons to make pre-cut cantaloupe or products containing pre-cut cantaloupes. This list will be updated as the agency receives notifications of new recalls.
FDA’s investigation is ongoing. Updates to this advisory will be provided as they become available.
