Author: Kit Redwine

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has posted a recall notice for mint from Rambrich Farms, based in Bradford, Ontario. The reason for the recall is microbial contamination with generic E. coli. Background As of this writing, no details have been provided by the CFIA or Rambrich Farms as to how the contamination was discovered. Distribution The recall notice says that the recalled mint was sold in bunches to retailers and distributors in Ontario. Specific retailers have not been named. Product Details Consumer and Commercial Action Consumers are advised to search their homes for the recalled product. As with all…

Kenny’s Farmhouse Cheese, based in Austin, Kentucky, has initiated a voluntary recall of their St. Jerome cheese 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 conducted by the Kentucky Department of Public Health detected the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in a sample from the affected batch. The recalled cheese was distributed through various channels, including wholesale customers, the company’s retail storefront, and their website. In response to…

The Productos La Hacienda, LLC of Edinburg, Texas voluntary recall of their Queso Rico La Hacienda-brand queso fresco cheese due to contamination with Listeria monocytogenes (“Listeria”) is still ongoing, according to a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) enforcement report. 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 first announced on June 3, 2024 and remains ongoing. The recall was initiated for all product sizes after a product sample with an expiration date of…

Willard, Ohio-based Wiers Farm Inc. has expanded a July 12 recall of select whole cucumbers and bagged salad cucumbers to now include additional produce items 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, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems. Background The presence of contamination was identified during testing carried out by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. The initially recalled items were sent to designated Walmart stores in Michigan, Indiana and Ohio. The list of retailers…

A Salmonella outbreak at an IHOP restaurant in Bellevue, Washington, has health officials puzzled. The outbreak, which began in October 2023, has affected six individuals to date, with two requiring hospitalization. Fortunately, no deaths have been reported. Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause severe gastrointestinal illness in humans. Symptoms typically include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, appearing six hours to six days after exposure to the bacteria. While most people recover without specific treatment, the infection can be severe, especially for young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. The King County Public Health Department has been…

Popular YouTuber Billy LeBlanc, known for his channel with over 200,000 subscribers, recently shared sad news with his followers. In an emotional update posted on July 16, LeBlanc revealed that his girlfriend, Natalie Clark, had passed away following a severe illness caused by consuming contaminated raw oysters, according to Indy 100. LeBlanc explained that both he and Clark were sickened after eating oysters together. LeBlanc endured a lengthy 12-day hospital stay, including eight days in the intensive care unit. When he woke up,LeBlanc learned Clark had passed away. He admits to having little memory of this time, stating he was…

Indio, California-based Stutz Packing Company has initiated a voluntary recall of their 1-pound packages of Shelled Walnuts 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 potential for Listeria contamination was discovered through routine testing, prompting Stutz to halt production and distribution of the affected walnuts. The affected products were distributed to food bank warehouses in Texas and Arizona, with potential further distribution to various centers serving consumers, smaller…

A recall has been issued for Banana raisin oatmeal organic whole grain baby cereal from Baby Gourmet Organic, based in Calgary, Canada, due to potential contamination with Cronobacter, a bacterium that can cause serious and even life-threatening infections, such as sepsis or meningitis. Background The recall was initiated after testing by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) uncovered the presence of potential Cronobacter contamination. The recalled product was distributed nationwide across Canada. No other Baby Gourmet Organic products are affected by this recall. Product Details Consumer Action Consumers should check their homes for the impacted product. As with all food…

Hyderabad, the bustling capital of Telangana state in India, is currently grappling with a significant increase in norovirus infections. The scale of this highly contagious gastrointestinal illness is significantly larger than in recent years and has been affecting residents and impacting healthcare facilities across the city. Norovirus, often referred to as the “stomach flu,” is known for causing sudden onset of severe vomiting and diarrhea. The virus spreads rapidly through contaminated food or water, as well as through close contact with infected individuals. Its ability to survive on surfaces for extended periods makes containment particularly challenging. Note: Another recent Norovirus…

A recall for swiss cheese meatballs in cream mustard sauce from ready-to-eat meal company WeCook, based in Dorval, Quebec, Canada, has been issued 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 A notice on the website of The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) said that the contamination was discovered during testing. The affected product was distributed online and also in the provinces of Ontario and Quebec. The CFIA said…