Massachusetts Seafood Facility Gets Warning Letter Painting A Different Picture Than Their Web Presence
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by mwb124
1d ago
FDA issued a Warning Letter to F1 Foods Inc, of Bridgewater, MA, a processor of ready-to-eat (RTE) prepared foods, including the processing of seafood and acidified food products.  It seems this facility was operating as if not regulations exist.  However, if you look at their website, you would think this place was outstanding.  They even do consulting on HACCP??https://www.flavorfirstfoods.com/contact-us Failed to provide the FDA information on the scheduled processes from a qualified person for  Marinara Sauce Failed to have operators of processing and packaging system ..read more
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FSIS Issues Health Alert for Frozen Siluriformes From China
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by mwb124
1d ago
USDA - FSIS is issuing a public health alert for imported frozen Siluriformes products that were illegally imported from the People’s Republic of China and are ineligible for entry into the United States. The products were not certified for export to the U.S. by the government of China as being produced under equivalent inspection, they do not identify a certified establishment number on their packaging, and they were not presented to FSIS for import reinspection as required.  Description & Characteristics (from http://www.cport.net/product/view/striped-pangasius) "Striped Pang ..read more
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FDA and CDC Announce E. coli Outbreak Linked to Raw Milk Cheese is Over
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by mwb124
1d ago
FDA and CDC provided an update on the pathogenic E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese. There have been 11 cases with 5 hospitalizations reported. Case Counts Total Illnesses: 11 Hospitalizations: 5 Deaths: 0 Last Sample Collection Dates: February 5, 2024 States with Cases: CA, CO, NJ, TX, UT Product Distribution: Nationwide   The health alert was first issued in early February (https://pennstatefoodsafety.blogspot.com/2024/02/pathogenic-e-coli-outbreak-with-ten.html) The last illness date was February 5, 2024.  FDA stated, "While E. coli has not been found in product samples, e ..read more
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Trader Joe's Recalls Imported Cashews After FDA Testing Finds Salmonella
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by mwb124
1w ago
Wenders LLC of Dublin, CA is recalling specific production lots of Trader Joes Nuts – 50% Less Sodium Roasted & Salted Whole Cashews – (SKU Number – 37884) Lot# T12139, T12140, T12141, and T12142 because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.  The issue was identified through routine testing by FDA during import, which indicated that at least one of the recalled lots tested positive for the presence of Salmonella. As part of the importers FSVP, the hazard analysis would identify pathogens as a significant hazard.   The company would need verificati ..read more
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Wisconsin Firm Recalls Dark Chocolate Cherry Granola for Undeclared Almonds
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by mwb124
1w ago
Kick Ash Products of Ellison Bay, WI is recalling Door County Love Dark Chocolate Cherry Granola with Lot #061241, because it may contain undeclared ALMONDS.  The recall was initiated after Kick Ash discovered that the Dark Chocolate Cherry Granola containing almonds was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of almonds. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company's production processes. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/kick-ash-products-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-almonds ..read more
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News on Food - 3/15/24 edition
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by mwb124
1w ago
When perusing through news sources, one comes across interesting (to me, and perhaps you) news items on food that are not food-safety related.  Here are very brief summaries and the  reference links at the bottom.  Is cabbage the next vegetable to make it big in restaurants? It seems to be turning up as a favorite for many innovative chefs, similar to what occurred with Brussel sprouts. Just a matter of time before I have my Steak au Poivre with a side of halushki at the newly renovated Nitany Lion Inn.- opening Fall of 2024. Is gravy the next ketchup? The folks at ..read more
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MMWR - 2023 Foodborne Illness Outbreak in Montana Associated with Morel Mushrooms
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by mwb124
1w ago
In this week's MMWR, the investigation report on an foodborne illness outbreak associated with morel mushrooms. During March–April 2023, a total of 51 persons reported mild to severe gastrointestinal illness after eating at restaurant A in Bozeman, Montana. The outbreak resulted in multiple severe outcomes, including three hospitalizations and two deaths.  The findings from this investigation suggest that uncooked or undercooked morel mushrooms were the likely source of the outbreak. The epidemiologic study demonstrated a clear association between consumption of the special sushi roll w ..read more
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CA Establishment Recalls Salad Bowl Products Due to Undeclared Wheat
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by mwb124
2w ago
Taylor Farms Pacific, a Tracy, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 19,976 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) apple walnut with chicken salad bowl products due to misbranding and undeclared wheat allergen.  The problem was discovered by the establishment during a routine quality assurance check of ingredient labels. The establishment then notified FSIS that the product may contain wheat, which is not declared on the label. https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/taylor-farms-pacific-recalls-kroger-brand-ready-eat-apple-walnut-chicken-salad-bowl Taylor Farms Pacific Recalls Kr ..read more
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Great Value Honey Roasted Cashews Recalled After Consumer Finds Coconut Cashews
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by mwb124
2w ago
John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc (JBSS), Elgin, IL, announced today it is voluntarily recalling a limited amount of 8.25 oz Great Value Honey Roasted Cashews, because it may contain undeclared coconut and milk.   The recall was initiated after a consumer report of finding coconut cashews within a container labeled as honey roasted cashews. An investigation identified that a limited number of incorrect honey roasted cashew labels were applied to the plastic cans of coconut cashews during the manufacturing process. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/j ..read more
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Parasitic Worms in Man's Brain, Undercooked Pork Blamed
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by mwb124
2w ago
A article posted in a medical journal discusses a man suffering from a parasitic infection in the brain that were causing frequent and severe migraines.  The parasite, Taenia solium, is a tapeworm that normally infects pigs and can infect humans when eating uncooked and undercooked pork.   The worm is more of an issue in developing countries where pigs roam free. "Consuming T. solium eggs or larvae most often leads to a condition called taeniasis, in which small enclosed sacs, or cysts, of the worm's larvae accumulate in a person's intestines. However, the man in this case devel ..read more
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