Schoch Family Farmstead raw milk is being recalled for possible Campylobacter contamination in California, according to the California Department of Food and Agriculture. There was no information about whether or not any illnesses have been reported to date in the recall notice. That farm is located at 662 El Camino Real in Salinas. The quarantine order comes from California State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Jones. The pathogen was confirmed in the milk that was sampled and tested by the California Department of of Food and Agriculture. The sample was collected at the farm's packaging facility. The recalled product is Schoch Family Farmstead Grade A Raw Milk. It is sold in half gallon (84o ounce) glass jugs. The code date of BEST BY 01/24 is marked with a sticker on the cap. … [Read more...]
Outbreak at Kobuta & Ookami Katsu & Sake in Redmond WA
A possible outbreak at Kobuta & Ookami Katsu & Sake restaurant in Redmond, Washington has been reported by King County Public Health. This outbreak took place in December 2024. That restaurant is located at 17026 Avondale Way in Redmond. No one was hospitalized. The meal date was December 22, 2024, and the illness onset date was December 23, 2024. Because symptoms occurred so quickly, some pathogens such as Listeria monocytogenes and E. coli can most likely be ruled out. Norovirus and Salmonella are possibilities. The current inspection rating for the restaurant is listed as "okay." Public health officials say they have not found a specific food or drink that may have caused these illnesses. Symptoms included one or more signs of a bacterial infection, including … [Read more...]
Great Value Chicken Broth Recalled For Possible Spoilage
Great Value Chicken Broth is being recalled because there is a possibility of packaging failure, which could compromise the product's sterility, leading to spoilage. This product is sold at Walmart stores. Because this recall notice was listed on the FDA's Enforcement Reports page, and not the usual recall page, there is no information about whether or not any illnesses have been reported to the company to date. The recalling firm is Tree House Foods Inc. of Oak Brook, British Columbia in Canada. Spoilage microorganisms will not necessarily make you very ill, but can cause nausea and vomiting. People with compromised immune systems may need medical attention if they get sick. The recalled product was sold in the states of Alabama and Arkansas at the retail level. The recalled … [Read more...]
Paras Premium Golden Raisins Recalled For Undeclared Sulfites
Paras Premium Golden Raisins are being recalled for undeclared sulfites. Anyone who is a severe sensitivity to sulfites could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. No illnesses have been reported to the company in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is Apna Wholesale of Hicksville, New York. Reactions to sulfites can vary depending on the person’s level of sensitivity. This ingredient is used as a preservative and an antioxidant. People who are sensitive to sulfites may experience symptoms including dermatitis, hives, flushing, low blood pressure, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Life-threatening asthmatic reactions and anaphylaxis can occur. Children with chronic asthma and asthmatics who are dependent on steroids are at greater risk for … [Read more...]
Cape Breton Oatcake Society Oatcakes Recalled For Almond
Cape Breton Oatcake Society Oatcakes in English Toffee flavor are being recalled in Canada because they may contain almonds that are not declared on the label. Anyone who is allergic to almonds, or tree nuts, could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. No allergic reactions have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is Cape Breton Oatcake Society. This recalled product was sold nationally at the retail level and was also available for purchase online. The recalled product is Cape Breton Oatcake Society Oatcakes - English Toffee, that are packaged in a 2 pack. The cookies are in white bag with a clear cellophane window showing the cookies. The UPC number that is stamped on the product label is 7 23172 … [Read more...]
FDA Releases Allergen, Food Safety, and Plant Based Labels
FDA releases allergen, food safety, and plant based labeling guidelines to help industry understand and comply with regulations. The food safety guidelines cover low moisture ready to eat foods. Food Allergens This guidance covers food allergens, including questions and answers about food allergen labeling requirements, the labeling of tree nuts, sesame, milk, eggs, incidental additives, highly refined oils, dietary supplement products, and certain specific packing and labeling situations, such as individual units within a multiunit package. The FD&C Act requires that any food that is made from two or more ingredients must declare each ingredient by its common or usual name. But consumers may not be familiar with those names, and may not recognize that the ingredients contain … [Read more...]
Colussi Cantuccini Chocolate Drops Recalled For Almonds
Colussi Cantuccini Chocolate Drops, which are chocolate cookies, are being recalled because they may contain almonds that are not declared on the product label as required. Anyone who is allergic to almonds, or tree nuts, could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. No allergic reactions have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this item. The recalling firm is D. COLUCCIO & SONS. These cookies were sold nationwide and through mail order. The recalled product is Colussi Cantuccini Chocolate Drops chocolate chip cookies that are packaged in a 10.58 ounce (300 gram) blue bag with white lettering and a picture of the cookies. The UPC number that is stamped on the label is 8002590006020. The lot number and best by date pairs for this … [Read more...]
Horizon Organic Aseptic Plain Whole Milk Recalled
Horizon Organic Aseptic Plain Whole Milk is being recalled because it may be contaminated with spoilage microorganisms. This is an issue because this product is shelf-stable, which means it does not require refrigeration. Lack of temperature control can mean that these organisms could grow quickly in the product. Because this recall notice was posted on the FDA's Enforcement Reports page, and not the regular recall page, there is no information about whether or not any illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is Horizon Organic Dairy, LLC of Broomfield, Colorado. Spoilage microorganisms will most likely not make you very sick, but some people, especially those with compromised immune systems, the … [Read more...]
FDA Releases Strategy for Control of Viruses in Berries
FDA has released a prevention strategy for the control of viruses in berries. This is in response to hepatitis A and norovirus outbreaks linked to fresh and frozen berries in the U.S. and globally. There has not been a virus outbreak in the United States in 35 years that was linked to berries that were domestically produced. The outbreaks have been linked to imported fresh and frozen berries, including an outbreak linked to Made With frozen strawberries. The berries were grown in Baja California. The list of hepatitis A outbreaks linked to berries is long. In 2019, the FDA began sampling frozen berries for hepatitis A and norovirus. This new strategy seems like a logical continuation of that work. Contamination of these berries can occur in several ways, including illnesses in … [Read more...]
Shell Eggs Recalled in Canada For Possible Salmonella
Shell eggs are being recalled in Canada for possible Salmonella contamination. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the consumption of these eggs. The recalling firm is Burnbrae Farms. The recalled eggs were sold to the general public, and also to hotels, restaurants, and institutions. They were sold in these provinces: British Columbia, Manitoba, and Ontario, and may have been sod in other provinces and territories. You can see the long list of recalled shell eggs at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) web site, along with codes. Only eggs with that specific code information are included in this recall. The eggs were sold in different sizes of packaging. The recalled brand names include Compliments, Foremost, Golden Valley Eggs, IGA, no name, and … [Read more...]
