Author: Kit Redwine
Abbey Specialty Foods, based in Fairfield, New Jersey, has issued a voluntary recall of Wicklow Gold Cheddar Nettle & Chive and Wicklow Gold Cheddar Tomato & Herb cheeses 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 The recall was initiated after Wicklow Farmhouse Cheese LTD notified the company that the products were being recalled due to potential Listeria contamination. Product Distribution The products were distributed to retailers in Colorado,…
Cambodia SIHANOUKVILLE – Food Poisoning Outbreak Affects City Hall Meeting; Bacterial Contamination Identified as Cause Multiple attendees of a city hall council meeting were struck with food poisoning symptoms on December 26, 2024. Approximately 50 attendees who ate sandwiches catered from a nearby shop reported severe stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea around midnight, hours after the afternoon meeting concluded. Several people required hospitalization due to the severity of their symptoms. A subsequent laboratory analysis of 12 food samples from the event identified dangerous levels of E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus bacteria in the sandwiches. The investigation revealed E. coli concentrations…
…most consumers in the Untied States are well aware of Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria, and even more rare bacterial diseases like Vibrio. But Yersiniosis is an uncommon bacterial infection…
“we are used to outbreaks of salmonella, listeria and e. coli affecting pet food, but this poses a whole new level of concern. Pet food needs to be made with the same care that human food is made with.”
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…