Author: Kit Redwine
International retailer Costco, based in Issaquah, Washington, has posted voluntary recall notices from two suppliers, Red’s and Ruiz Foods due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes (Listeria) in Red’s-brand Mini Burritos and El Monterey Mexican Grill Chicken & Cheese Taquito from Ruiz Foods. 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 Both products were recalled in connection to the recent large-scale recall of nearly 10 million pounds of BrucePac ready-to-eat meat and chicken products due to possible…
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced a recall by Rana of its Tagliatelle Seasoned White Chicken & Mushroom Sauce meal kit in Canada 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 The recall was initiated after last week’s recall in the United States by one of Rana’s suppliers, BrucePac, of select meat and chicken products due to potential Listeria contamination. Distribution The recalled product was distributed nationwide…
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced a recall by Vasco & Company Seafood, LLC of a specific lot of its Filet Royal Smoked Atlantic Salmon product in Canada 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 The recall was initiated after testing by CFIA revealed the potential presence of Listeria. CFIA is currently conducting a food safety investigation into the incident, which may lead to additional product…
Enoki King Mushroom Farm, based in Ventura, California, is recalling a specific lot of its Enoki Mushroom product 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 Routine testing by the Maryland State Department of Health uncovered the potential for Listeria contamination in the recalled product. The company said that they have halted distribution of the impacted product. Distribution The recalled product was distributed from California and New York through…
Reser’s Fine Foods, based in Beaverton, Oregon, has announced a voluntary recall of several meal kits 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 The company is recalling the products because they contain chicken sourced from a third-party ingredient supplier, BrucePac. BrucePac recently announced a large recall of ready-to-eat chicken and meat products due to potential Listeria contamination. The company said that they are no longer using ingredients from…
PUNE – Food Poisoning Incident Strikes 26 Young Students A food poisoning outbreak occurred Thursday at a school in Pun during the annual Navratri religious festival. The incident affected 26 students after they consumed bread and chutney served as part of the celebration. The students, ranging in age from 10 to 14, began experiencing food poisoning symptoms including stomach pain, vomiting, and dizziness after eating the food around mid-morning. In response to the situation, emergency services were called to transport the sickened students to a local medical facility. All 26 affected students were admitted to the hospital, where they received…
NALEDI – Tragedy struck the township of Naledi in Soweto, Johannesburg, as five young children have died in an incident involving allegedly tainted food. The victims, aged between six and nine, reportedly fell ill after consuming snacks purchased from a local tuck shop on Sunday. Tuck shops are typically small retailers, often selling sweets and snacks, located close to schools, hospitals, or other facilities. An inquest has been initiated by the South African Police Service in Gauteng Province into the deaths. A police spokesperson said that the exact circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear pending post-mortem results. Eyewitness accounts from…
A recent study has shed light on potential strategies to combat Escherichia coli (E. coli) infections in weaned pigs. Rachel Retterath, a second-year student at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, presented her findings at the Allen D. Leman Swine Conference, addressing the ongoing challenge of E. coli-related morbidity and mortality in nursery pigs, according to a recent article on porkbusiness.com. The research focused on water acidification as an alternative treatment for E. coli infections, particularly in light of growing concerns about antimicrobial resistance. Previous studies have indicated that E. coli is less likely to colonize in environments…
A long-running Listeria outbreak linked to a California-based cheese and dairy company has resulted in a federal order to cease production. Rizo-Lopez Foods, the company at the center of the investigation, has been directed to halt all food preparation and processing operations by the U.S. Department of Justice, according to multiple news reports. Listeria infection is particularly dangerous for certain vulnerable populations. Pregnant individuals, people aged 65 or older, and those with weakened immune systems are at highest risk. Symptoms can include fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions, sometimes preceded by gastrointestinal symptoms. In…
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced a recall by Rousseau Chocolatier, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada of boxes of its Thankful chocolates due to potential mold contamination. Mold can cause a number of side effects including respiratory illness, allergic reactions, and mycotoxin poisoning. Background The recall notice did not specify how the potential presence of mold in the affected products was discovered. Distribution The recalled product was sold online and via retail in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia. Product Details BrandProductSizeBest Before Rousseau ChocolatierThankful (box)1 boxAll packages sold from September 28, 2024 to October 6, 2024 Consumer…