Usually, when we write about an outbreak associated with milk, the product in question is raw, or unpasteurized, milk. But in the CDC's Emerging Infectious Diseases issue for March 2019, a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak associated with pasteurized chocolate milk in Ontario, Canada is the subject. That outbreak took place from November 2015 through June 2016. The article states that listeriosis outbreak associated with pasteurized milk are rare in North America, but, like all foods, dairy products can be contaminated with pathogens after pasteurization. A study conducted in the U.S. reviewed 83 fluid milk-associated outbreaks from 1990 to 2006; only one was attributed to Listeria monocytogenes. Thirty four people were sickened during this outbreak, but only people who lived in … [Read more...]
Sprout Creek Farm Margie Cheese Recalled For Improper Pasteurization
According to news reports, the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets states that a Sprout Creek Farm cows milk cheese called Margie is being voluntarily recalled for improper pasteurization. Pasteurization heats the milk used to make cheese to a temperature high enough to kill any pathogenic bacteria that may be present. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this issue. The recalled cow's milk cheese is called Margie, with a Make Date of August 28, 2018 and a Best By Date of November 12, 2018. The product was sold at these stores: Baldor Foods throughout the state, Simons Catering in Dutchess County, Walbridge Farm Market in Dutchess County, Cold Spring Cheese Shop in Putnam County, Turning Stone Resort in Oneida County, Mohonk Mountain House in … [Read more...]
Improperly Pasteurized Milk Recalled in New York State
The New York State Agriculture Commissioner told consumers that 1% low fat milk produced by Mountain Fresh Dairy in Binghamton, New York is being recalled for improper pasteurization. The notice states, "Proper pasteurization heats milk in order to effectively eliminate all pathogenic bacteria, such as Listeria and Salmonella." No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. The recalled 1% low fat milk was sold at three non profit grocery stores in New Jersey (NPGS). The locations are: 2080 West County Line Road, Jackson, New Jersey; 231 Main Street, Lakewood, New Jersey; and 152 James Street, Lakewood, New Jersey. The product was sold under the name Mountain FRESH KOSHER DAIRY CHOLOV YISROEL. It was also distributed by the Community Hunger Outreach Warehouse … [Read more...]
Westby Cottage Cheese Retrieved for Improper Pasteurization
Last week, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture issued a consumer alert for 4% cottage cheese made by Westby Cooperative Creamery for possible improper pasteurization. Now they are issuing a "voluntary product retrieval notice" which is basically a recall. The product was manufactured and packaged on August 17, 2016, and possibly sold to consumers on or before August 26, 2016. The cottage cheese is packaged in 16 ounce, 22 ounce, and 24 ounce containers, under the brand names of Westby, Food Club, Oberweis, and Shurfine. The containers are marked with Lot Code 10-6-16 cc, and Plant #55-372. About 700 cases of the product, with 12 containers per case, were distributed in Wisconsin and to a distribution center in Aurora, Illinois. The company does not know how much of the product … [Read more...]
Wisconsin Ag Issues Consumer Alert for Westby Cottage Cheese
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture has issued a consumer alert for 4% cottage cheese made by Westby Cooperative Creamery because it may not be properly pasteurized. Consumers who purchased the product should not eat it as it may contain bacteria that could cause illness.located in Westby, Wisconsin. The presence of active alkaline phosphatase was discovered in samples during routine testing and may indicate that the product was not adequately pasteurized. The cheese was distributed throughout Wisconsin and in Aurora, Illinois, on or before August 26, and marked with the lot code 10-6-16 cc and Plant #55-372. It was packaged in 16-, 22- and 24-ounce containers and sold under the brand names Westby, Food Club, Oberweis and Shurfine. Consumers who bought the cheese can return it to … [Read more...]
Edgwick Farm Chocolate Goat Milk Recalled
Chocolate goat milk is being recalled in New York for improper pasteurization. Pasteurization kills bacteria that are naturally present in the milk of ruminant animals. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalled product is Edgwxick Farm Chocolate Goat Milk. It is sold in half-gallon plastic containers. The code on the product is 060415 BEST BY 061815. It was sold at several Hudson Valley Farmers' Markets last week. The milk was produced by Edgwxick Farm LTD in Cornwall, New York. If you purchased this product, do not drink it. Discard in a sealed container so other people and animals can't eat it, or return to the place of purchase for a refund. … [Read more...]
Flying Cow Creamery Yogurt Recalled for Improper Pasteurization
Flying Cow Creamery of Rochester, Washington is recalling one lot of its whole milk yogurt for improper pasteurization. Inspection by the Washington State Department of Agriculture found that time and temperature recordings were not made while that lot was being pasteurized. There is no record of proper pasteurization of the product. >The recalled product is Flying Cow Creamery Whole Milk Yogurt in 32 ounce glass jars with a white lid. The batch number is 70. The best before date is 12/3. The yogurt was sold in Rochester, Olympia, Seattle, Chehalis, Federal Way, and Tacoma in Washington state. No illnesses have been reported in connection with the consumption of this product. If you purchased this product, do not eat it. Discard or return it to the place of purchase for a refund. … [Read more...]
Sunny Pine Farm Recalls Chèvre Cheese for Improper Pasteurization
Sunny Pine Farm of Washington is recalling organic Chèvre cheese (goat cheese) because of possible improper pasteurization. Pasteurization heats milk used to make the cheese to effectively kill all disease-causing bacteria such as Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella. The Farm "does not know of any illness or complaints associated with the recalled cheese". The cheeses are Organic Chèvre, Organic Parsley Chive Chèvre, and Organic Honey Lavender Chèvre. They were sold in plastic 6 ounce tubs in the Twisp-Winthrop area in Washington state. They are sold through community supported agriculture (CSA) and retail outlets. The cheeses have an expiration date of 10/16/2013 on a sticker on the bottom of the container. Chèvre cheese products sold at Methow Valley Farmers Market (aka Twisp … [Read more...]
