RASFF – Norovirus (genogroup I and II detected) in oysters from Spain in Norway
RASFF – Norovirus (Norovirus GGI and GGII found in all 4 samples) in chilled oysters (Crassostrea Gigas) from the Netherlands in Denmark
RASFF – Ochratoxin A (38.6 µg/kg – ppb) in paprika powder from China in Germany
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 54.4; Tot. = 60.6 / B1 = 6.9; Tot. = 7.8 µg/kg – ppb) in almonds with shell from the United States in Germany
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 30.23 µg/kg – ppb) in maize grains from Italy
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 14.0; Tot. = 14.8 µg/kg – ppb) in groundnut kernels from India, via the Netherlands in Germany
RASFF – Aflatoxins (B1 = 36.7 / µg/kg – ppb) in groundnuts for birdfeed from Argentina in GB
Jones Natural Chews of Rockford, Illinois is recalling 245 boxes of Woofers beef patties pet food because they may be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. No illnesses have been reported relating to this product.
The recalled products include Jones Natural Chews Co. Woofers (beef patties) in 50 count boxes, with UPC number 741956008657, with Lot number 3102 and ‘best by’ date of 11/05/15. The patties may be sold individualy and are individually shrink-wrapped. Also recalled are Jones Natural Chews Co. Woofers (beef patties) in 1 pack shrink wrap, 50 count box, with UPC number 741956008183, Lot 2892BF with ‘best by’ date of 10/15/15; Lot 2962PWV with ‘best by’ date of 10/22/15; Lot 2962ASC with ‘best by’ date of 10/22/15; and Lot 3032ASL with ‘best by’ date of 10/29/15. Finally, Jones Natural Chews Co. Woofers (beef patties) 2 pack shrink wrap in 25 count boxes, with UPC number 741956008190, Lot 2962ASC, with ‘best by’ date of 10/22/15 and Lot 3032ASL with ‘best by’ date of 10/29/15 are recalled.
Pets with Salmonella infections can be lethargic, with diarrhea, which may be bloody, fever, and vomiting. Infected pets, who may appear healthy, can spread the bacteria to people, and people can get salmonellosis from handling the contaminated product. If you purchased any of these products, return to the place of purchase for a refund. For qestions, call the company at 1-877-481-2663 Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm CT.
Melbourne Kosher Meats has recalled Chicken and Veal Wurst from Melbourne Kosher Meats in St Kilda and Meal Mart in Balaclava (Victoria) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Listeria monocytogenes may cause illness in pregnant women and their unborn babies, the elderly and people with low immune systems. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.
RASFF -Salmonella (presence /25g) in whitish sesame seeds from Sudan in Cyprus
RASFF -Salmonella (presence /25g) in chicken fillets preparation from Belgium
RASFF -Salmonella Montevideo (presence /25g) in frozen beef trimmings from Poland, processed in the Netherlands, via Germany in Sweden
RASFF -Salmonella spp. (presence /25g) in black pepper from Vietnam in Poland
RASFF – Salmonella spp. (presence /25g) in frozen shrimps (Penaeus vannamei) from Panama in Italy
RASFF – Salmonella spp. (present /25g) in frozen cooked shrimps (Penaeus spp.) from India in France
RASFF – Shigatoxin-producing Escherichia coli (VT1 positive) in frozen deer meat from Austria in Italy
RASFF– Ochratoxin A (31.5 µg/kg – ppb) in raisins from Iran in Slovakia
RASFF– Aflatoxins (B1 = 38.9; Tot. = 53.9 µg/kg – ppb) in groundnut paste from Ghana in Belgium
RASFF– Aflatoxins (B1 = 15.44; Tot. = 16.69 µg/kg – ppb) in dried figs from Tunisia in Germany
RASFF– aflatoxins (B1 = 31.20; Tot. = 35.12 µg/kg – ppb) in pistachio bars from Turkey in Germany
RASFF– Ochratoxin A (13 µg/kg – ppb) in organic rye snack from Estonia in Finland
RASFF-Norovirus in chilled clams (Tapes decussatus) from Turkey in Italy
RASFF-Norovirus (GI and GII) in chilled oysters (Cassostrea gigas) from France in Italy
RASFF-Norovirus in chilled clams (Tapus decussatus) from Turkey in Italy
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is alerting consumers to avoid feeding or handling two separate brands of poultry-based raw pet food after the MDA laboratory found Salmonella bacteria in routine sample tests. The brand varieties include:
Bravo! Raw Food Diet 2 lb. Chicken Blend for Dogs and Cats manufactured by Bravo!, LLC, of Manchester, Connecticut. This is a frozen pet food product with the production code of 06/14/12, which is located on the white tag on the end of the package. This advisory is for the 2 lb. size of Bravo! Chicken Blend with the “best used by date” of 6/12/14 only. No other products, sizes, or production dates are involved.
Turducken Canine Diet 8oz. Patties, manufactured by Steve’s Real Food, Inc., of Murray, Utah. This is a frozen pet food product with the “Use By” date code of 10/27/13 B209, which is located on the lower front panel of package.
There are no reports of human or animal illnesses associated with consumption of these products. Consumers are asked to discard any of these products they may have.
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