Author: Kit Redwine

Braga Fresh, based in Soledad, California, has initiated a voluntary recall of a single lot of washed and ready-to-eat Marketside Broccoli Florets due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes (Listeria). Listeria is a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems. Background Random testing of multiple product samples by Texas Health and Human Services at a Texas retail location uncovered the potential for Listeria contamination in a single sample. No other Marketside or Braga Fresh products are affected by this recall.…

Uganda KIKUUBE – Suspected Food Poisoning Strikes 70 on Christmas Day Christmas day celebrations in the Kukuube area of Uganda turned sour when 70 people were affected by suspected food poisoning. The victims were residents of three local villages and all consumed ice cream from a husband and wife vendor. Shortly after consuming the ice cream, residents began experiencing symptoms of food poisoning, including stomach pain, vomiting, headaches, fever, and diarrea. Multiple medical centers in the area have treated those who were affected. A local health official said samples were gathered from many of the sick and authorities are now…

The United Kingdom’s Food Standards Agency has announced a voluntary recall by Wicklow Farmhouse Cheese of various cheese products due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes (Listeria). Listeria is a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems. Background No information was provided in the recall notice as to how the potential presence of Listeria contamination was discovered. Distribution The affected products were distributed to various retail stores in Northern Ireland only. Product Details Product NameSize Use by DateBest Before DateBatch DescriptionBallykilty…

“Under the new guidelines, poultry processing facilities would implement microbial monitoring programs to control pathogen contamination. The July proposal includes a 60-day public commentary period for industry stakeholders to provide feedback on the new requirements. After that, we are hopeful it will be adopted.”

In cooperation with the Oregon Department of Agriculture, Northwest Naturals, based in Portland, Oregon, has issued a voluntary recall of one batch of its Northwest Naturals brand 2 pound Feline Turkey Recipe raw frozen pet food due to highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) contamination. HPAI, also known as bird flu, is highly contagious and an often deadly disease that affects birds, animals, and sometimes humans. Background The recall notice said that the specific batch tested positive for HPAI. Distribution The affected product was distributed to Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Washington states…

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Schep’s Bakeries Ltd., based in Norwich, Ontario, Canada, have issued a voluntary recall of Heavenfull brand Brownie Skillet with Vanilla Ice Cream due to pieces of plastic. Food contaminated with foreign objects has the potential to cause severe harm, including choking, injury, illness, damage to teeth, or even death. Background The recall notice did not state how the potential presence of plastic contamination in the recalled product was discovered. Distribution The affected product was distributed only through retail channels in the Canadian province of Ontario. Product Details Consumer Action As with all food…

Vietnam HANOI -Two Dead, Fifteen Hospitalized After Food Poisoning Incident A suspected case of food poisoning at a conference center in Hanoi has resulted in two fatalities and fifteen hospitalizations, health officials confirmed Friday. The incident occurred during a corporate seminar hosted by NBC Pacific Co., Ltd., which was attended by 80 participants. Food safety officials reported that the affected individuals ate both lunch and snacks at the event. Fourteen patients were admitted to medical facilities in Hanoi, split between Bach Mai Hospital’s Poison Control Center and Duc Giang General Hospital, while one patient sought treatment in Nghe An Province.…

A major operation by European law enforcement agencies has resulted in the seizure of 30 tons of contaminated mollusks and six tons of glass eels, with a market value of approximately USD 10,000,000. The operation, coordinated across France, Portugal, and Spain, led to the arrest of 62 people connected to organized criminal groups. The criminal enterprise primarily focused on harvesting Japanese clams, a seasonal delicacy popular during Christmas celebrations in Spain and Portugal. The operation uncovered a scheme where the groups falsified documentation to present contaminated seafood as safe for human consumption. The investigation revealed exploitation of Asian workers who…

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced that Impero Foods & Meats, Inc. of Baltimore, Maryland is recalling 7,485 pounds of raw pork sausage products. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the products were manufactured without required federal inspection oversight. The affected products include “Old World Italian Sausage” in both rope and link varieties, packaged in 10-pound white cardboard boxes containing plastic bags. The items, produced between October 3 and December 19, 2024, bear the establishment number “EST. 10827” within the USDA inspection mark. Distribution of these sausage products extended to restaurants…

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Aux Terroirs, based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, have issued a voluntary recall for Fromagerie des Grondines brand Festin Soft Cheese due to contamination with generic E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus, both pathogens that can cause serious, and sometimes severe, foodborne illness in certain populations. Background The recall notice did not specify how the presence of E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus were discovered in the impacted product. This is classified as a Class II recall, which means the affected products may pose a moderate health risk, but the probability of serious health consequences is…