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USDA~ FSN ~ FDA ~ January 2026 -Recalls – Food Safety Alerts – Previous Month & last day of prior month update


** Gerber Products Company Announces Voluntary Recall of Limited Batches of Arrowroot Biscuits Out of an Abundance of Caution Due to Potential Presence of Foreign Material Following Supplier Recall

** Tayto fined after large Salmonella outbreak

More than 500 people sickened in outbreak traced to snack food

By Joe Whitworth

** A recall of Pillsbury pizza pops in Canada has been expanded as the patient count in a related outbreak continues to grow. https://t.co/K1SPryLZVE

** Gerber expands recall of arrowroot biscuits to Canada

Gerber Products Company is recalling batches of Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits in Canada because of the potential presence of soft plastic and/or paper pieces that should not be consumed

** Left Coast Organics brand organic chia seeds have been recalled in Canada because of Salmonella contamination. https://t.co/Gpe8aNFPOU

** Recalled tuna sent to stores by FSN

Tri-Union Seafoods is cautioning consumers that a third-party distributor inadvertently released quarantined product that was associated with a February 2025 recall. The initial recall was conducted following notification from the

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**IKM of San Jose, California is recalling the following cookware items because they may be contaminated with significant levels of lead (Pb) which may leach into food. No illnesses have been reported to date.

Consumers who have purchased the recalled products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-650-695- 9009. Our operation hours are from 10:00 from 17:00 PST Mon-Fri, excluding national holidays.

– IKM Aluminum saucepan wooden handle 9” (56 pcs)

– A-cook Aluminum Kadai size 5 (43 pcs)

– Brass Tope (10 pcs)

– IKM 4-quart Pital brass pot (9 pcs)

** Navitas Organics is voluntarily recalling select lots of its 8oz Organic Chia Seeds due to possible Salmonella contamination. This recall is being conducted as a precautionary measure following a recall initiated by the company’s chia seed supplier.

Product was distributed nationally through retail stores such as Whole Foods Market and online retailers including Amazon. The recall applies to the following product packaged in sealed stand-up pouches:

W31025317 – Best If Used By: End MAY 2027

Navitas Organics – Organic Chia Seeds, 8oz, UPC 858847000284

Lot Codes (9-digit codes starting with “W”) are printed on the back of the chia seed bag above the nutritional information. The Lot Codes included in this recall are:

W31025283 – Best If Used By: End APR 2027

W31025286 – Best If Used By: End APR 2027

W31025287 – Best If Used By: End APR 2027

W31025311 – Best If Used By: End MAY 2027

W31025314 – Best If Used By: End MAY 2027

W31025315 – Best If Used By: End MAY 2027

W31025316 – Best If Used By: End MAY 2027

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** Gregory’s Foods, Inc. of Eagan, MN is recalling its 2-pound 8.5-ounce packages of “Bag Full of Cookies” White Chocolate Macadamia Nut frozen cookie dough because some units may contain undeclared peanuts. Frozen Monster Cookie Dough, which contains Peanut, may be packaged in a bag that is labeled as White Chocolate Macadamia Nut. People who have allergies to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled “Bag full of Cookies” White Chocolate Macadamia Nut frozen cookie dough was distributed in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Nebraska in retail grocery stores and through distribution centers.

** Tri-Union Seafoods Identifies Additional Quantities of Recalled Genova® Tuna at Limited Retailers Due to Inadvertent Distribution of Previously Recalled Product

** IKM Recalls Product Because of Possible Health Risk

** Recent Recalls FSN

Panjiri, pinni and laddoo recalled because of undeclared milk

Chicken breasts recalled because of Listeria contamination

Cheese recalled because of Listeria contamination

Spring & Mulberry expands recall of chocolate bars over Salmonella concerns

Bread crumbs recalled because of undeclared milk, eggs

Sea moss gel recalled because of risk of botulism

Chocolate bars recalled after testing shows Salmonella contamination

** Superfoods Inc. dba Live it Up. Recalls Live it Up Super Greens Because of Possible Health Risk

The recall includes the following products:

Live it Up Super Greens, Wild Berry, 30 – 0.32oz (9g) Sticks, NET WT. 9.52oz (270g), with UPC 850077468070

Live it Up Super Greens, NET WT 8.5 oz (240g) with UPC 860013190804.

Live it Up Super Greens, 30 – 0.28oz (8g) sticks, NET WT. 8.47 oz (240g) with UPC 850077468063

Live it Up Super Greens, Wild Berry, NET WT 8.5OZ (240g), with UPC 860013190811

** This current recall was initiated after Tri-Union Seafoods discovered that quarantined cases, associated with the initial recall, were inadvertently shipped by a third-party distributor. The impacted products were distributed to limited retail stores as follows:

Safeway, Albertsons, Vons, and Pavilions – California Consumers can contact Tri-Union Seafoods at support@thaiunionhelp.zendesk.com or 833-374-0171, if they have any questions or to request replacement product. The toll-free number hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST.

Meijer – Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin

Giant Foods – Maryland and Virginia

Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil 5.0 oz 4 Pack4800073265S84N D2L1/21/2028
S84N D3L1/24/2028
Genova Yellowfin Tuna in in Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Sea Salt 5.0 oz4800013275S88N D1M1/17/202

** Recent Recalls FSN – by News Desk

Sea moss gel recalled because of risk of botulism

Diva Fam Inc. is recalling all lots and flavors of its Sea Moss Gel Superfood because of the lack of required regulatory authorization and temperature monitoring records for pH-controlled food

**Jan 16 FDA- Tri-Union Seafoods Identifies Additional Quantities of Recalled Genova® Tuna at Limited Retailers Due to Inadvertent Distribution of Previously Recalled Product

Chicken breasts recalled because of Listeria contamination

Suzanna’s Kitchen of Norcross, GA, is recalling 13,720 pounds of ready- to-eat grilled chicken breast fillet products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, the USDA’s Food

E. coli outbreak traced to Pillsbury pizza pops; recall underway

NEW: Egg sheets recalled because of concerns about Salmonella

Massive recall due to rodent and bird feces

Ground beef recalled because of E. coli O26

NZ: Warning issued after cheese taken from landfill

** Jan. 16, 2026 – Suzanna’s Kitchen, a Norcross, Ga., establishment, is recalling approximately 13,720 pounds of ready- to-eat grilled chicken breast fillet products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes ( Lm), the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced…

Impacted Products

• 10-lb. cases containing two 5 lb. bags of fully cooked grilled chicken breast fillets with rib meat, with lot code 60104 P1382 287 5 J14 on the side of the case and on the package.

** The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a cheese recall impacting more than 1.5 million bags of shredded cheese. The recalled cheese was produced by Great Lakes Cheese Co. Inc. and may be contaminated with metal fragments.

Great Lakes Cheese Co. Inc. initially announced the recall in October, but the FDA classified it as “Class II,” meaning that eating the cheese “may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences,” on Dec. 1.

** Superfoods Inc. dba Live it Up. Recalls Live it Up Super Greens Because of Possible Health Risk

** Medical device correction impacts a subset of FreeStyle Libre 3 and Libre 3 Plus sensors

Consumers can visit www.FreeStyleCheck.comExternal Link Disclaimer to see if their sensors are affected and to get a replacement at no charge

Abbott has identified and resolved the manufacturing issue related to this device action

No other Libre family sensors, readers or apps are impacted http://www.freestylecheck.com/

** Ambriola, Locatelli, Member’s Mark, Pinna, and Boar’s Head

** The Ambriola Company Issues Recall of Cheese Products Because of Listeria Health Risk https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ambriola-company-issues-recall-cheese-products-because-listeria-health-risk#:~:text=No%20illnesses%20have,03/12/26

** Spring & Mulberry Issues Voluntary Recall of Mint Leaf Date Sweetened Chocolate Bar Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/spring-mulberry-issues-voluntary-recall-mint-leaf-date-sweetened-chocolate-bar-due-possible

** LOS ANGELES, Jan. 9, 2026 – Diva Fam Inc. (“Diva Fam” or the “Company”) today (January 9, 2026) announced a voluntary recall of all lots and flavors of Sea Moss Gel Superfood due to lack of required regulatory authorization and temperature monitoring records for pH-controlled food products. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/diva-fam-inc-announces-voluntary-recall-sea-moss-gel-superfood-products-due-possible-health-risk

By News Desk 

** Egg sheets recalled because of concerns about Salmonella

Si Ji Mei brand Wuhan Egg Sheets with Glutinous Rice are under recall in Canada because of potential contamination with Salmonella. The recall was triggered by the company, according to

By News Desk 

** More than 20 poisonings, 1 death reported in California linked to wild mushrooms

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is issuing an urgent advisory following a recent outbreak of amatoxin poisoning linked to the consumption of wild, foraged mushrooms. Confirmed cases have

** Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese Recall:

A Class I recall was initiated for thousands of units of grated Pecorino Romano cheese products due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. This recall affects products distributed across 20 states, including Arizona, California, and New York. The recall was classified on January 6, 2026, and involves over 11,500 units of various packaging formats.

** A recall on Ore-ida and Sysco Imperial Tater-Tots for plastic contamination.
To date, there have been no reported injuries or illnesses associated with this recall, and it is currently unclear how the products became contaminated. Clear hard plastic fragments:McCain Foods USA Inc. Ore-Ida Tater Tots potatoes with the UPC code 1 00 72714 00215 8

Sysco Imperial Potato Tater Barrel with the UPC code 1 07 34730 62740 0

The tater tots were distributed: CA, WA, AR,AZ,CO,FL,HI, IA, ID,IL,KS,KY,LA,MI,MN,MO,MS,MT,NE,NM,ND,NV,OR,TX,UT,WI

** The recalled product was directly distributed to the two retailers listed below, located IA and NJ , between April 2023 to December 2023 There were no online sales.

1.Golden Land (Des Moines)
2740 Douglas Ave
Des Moines IA 50310
Tel: 515-468-8224

2.Terri Lee Oriental Groceries.
225 Maywood Ave.
Maywood NJ 07607
Tel: 201-843-7919

The recalled [Klong Kone] Shimp Paste (Klong Kone) “454 G. (1 LBS)” and “910 G. (2 LBS),” is packaged in a white plastic jar with a red cap. The product is a dark-colored paste with a salty flavor. The product was Packed and Distributed By: P. Prateepthong 2000, Product of Thailand.

The recalled product was sold in two sizes:

  • [Klong Kone] Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) ‘454 G. (1 LBS)’ , with UPC: 8853142000313, Product Code: DPA159
  • [Klong Kone] Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) ‘910 G. (2 LBS)’ , with UPC: 8853142000320, Product Code: DPA161

To date, there has been one report of four children becoming ill, which involved diarrhea and elevated blood levels.

** Sonoma, CA — Primavera Nueva Inc. is voluntarily recalling certain lots of its 4-count tamales because the products have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

Product was distributed by Primavera Nueva Inc. in California and Nevada to retail stores.

The following 4-count tamales, produced between October 10, 2024 and October 10, 2025 are included:

  • Roasted Green Chile & Jack Cheese
  • Black Bean Bonanza & Jack Cheese
  • Butternut Squash w/ Roasted Green Chiles & Cheese
  • BBQ Chipotle Bean & White Cheddar
  • Mushroom Spinach & Salsa with Two Cheeses
  • Roasted Green Chile
  • Black Bean Bonanza
  • Butternut Squash w/ Roasted Green Chiles
  • Mushroom Spinach & Salsa
  • Roasted Pumpkin & White Cheddar.

No other Primavera Nueva products are affected.

No illnesses have been reported to date. Primavera Nueva has fully corrected the issue—enhanced cooking-temperature monitoring and verification have been in place since October 11, 2025.

Consumer Guidance 
Consumers who have tamales with date codes 10/22 (year 2024) – 10/22 (year 2025) should not consume the product and should discard it.

For questions, contact:
Araceli Santoyo — primaveranueva@aol.com
707 939 9350, Monday through Friday 9am to 3pm pacific

** Distilled Water Meijer Steam Distilled Water one-gallon jugs have been recalled by the FDA for containing a “floating black foreign substance.”

The affected product was sold at Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin.

**Jan 05 Primavera Nueva Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall of Select 4-Count Tamales Because of Possible Health Risk- Revised to Include Roasted Pumpkin & White Cheddar, a Seasonal Item

** Gusto Group Inc. Recalls Shrimp Paste (Klong Kone) ‘’454 G. (1 LBS)’ and ‘910 G. (2 LBS)’ because of Possible Health Risk

** Mountain West Food Group, LLC, a Heyburn, Idaho establishment, is recalling approximately 2,855 pounds of raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O26, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today…

Impacted Products

• 16-oz. (1-lb.) vacuum-sealed packages containing “FORWARD FARMS GRASS-FED GROUND BEEF” with “USE OF FREEZE BY 01/13/26 EST 2083” printed on the side of the packaging.

** Heyburn, Idaho-based Mountain West Food Group: The recall affects 16-ounce vacuum-sealed packages of grass-fed ground beef with a “use or freeze by” date of January 13, 2026. The product has the establishment number “2083” on the packaging. 

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Consumers are advised to dispose of the recalled ground beef or return it to the place of purchase. For further information, consumers can contact the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or send a question via email to MPHotline@usda.gov

** CHIPS AHOY! 

  • Baked Bites Brookie products with Best When Used By Dates listed in the grid provided by Mondelēz Global LLC.
  • Recall 
  • Expansion: An additional code date (10MAY2026) and two additional UPCs of product pouches were added to the recall.
  • Reason for Recall: Incorrect mixing process resulted in the formation of small corn starch clumps, which could constitute a choking hazard.
  • Consumer Advice: Consumers should not consume the affected products and are advised to contact Mondelēz Global LLC for more information.
  • Contact Information: Consumers can contact Mondelz Global LLC at 1-855-535-5948 for details.

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USDA~ FSN ~ Eating Well – June 2025 -Recalls – Food Safety Alerts – Previous Month & last day of prior month updates


** Chinese researchers charged with smuggling crop fungus, raising food safety concerns

By Jonan Pilet on June 6, 2025

Federal authorities have charged two Chinese researchers with smuggling Fusarium graminearum — a fungus that threatens crops and food safety — into the United States, raising concerns about risks to the food supply.

Yunqing Jian, 33, a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Michigan, and her boyfriend, Zunyong Liu, 34…Continue Reading

** Trump golf resort kitchen gets 32 out of 100 on health inspection report card

By Coral Beach on June 6, 2025

Inspectors found multiple food safety violations in May at a golf course resort kitchen owned by President Trump.

The inspectors from Somerset County Department of Health found the kitchen at…Continue Reading

** Salmonella contamination sparks the tehini recall

** Diced chicken recalled in Canada because of bone fragments

**Publix recalls baby food because of lead contamination

** Consumer’s allergic reaction to undeclared milk spurs recall of breading mix

** FDA issues public health alert for food from Kentucky importer

** Hormel recalls more than 250,000 pounds of canned stew after consumer complaints

** The Coastal Companies recalls multiple products containing cucumbers because of Salmonella risk

** FSIS issues public health alert for chicken soup products because of misbranding and undeclared wheat allergen

Reptile food recalled because of potential Salmonella contamination

** Aldi brand fresh salmon recalled because of undeclared soy

** Isabelle’s Kitchen Inc. Recalls Refrigerated Deli Salads Containing Fresh Cucumbers Because of Possible Health Risk

**Supreme Service Solutions LLC Voluntarily Recalls Supreme Vegetable Products Because of Possible Health Risk

** Haribo recalls sweets due to cannabis finding What to know: Haribo has recalled sweets in the Netherlands because of potential contamination with cannabis.The Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) said there are packs in circulation with sweets that can lead to health complaints, such as dizziness, when consumed.

Food Recalls ~ FSN


U.S.-Based Recalls:
* E. coli illness link prompts raw milk recall
* Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods recalls Marinated *Cucumber Salad because of Salmonella risk
* Yummi Sushi products sold at Kroger stores in *Florida recalled for Salmonella risk
* Made-to-order subs, wraps and paninis recalled in *Massachusetts and Connecticut because of Salmonella risk
*More cucumbers from Bedner Growers recalled because of link to Salmonella outbreak
* California firm recalls imported oysters because of possible contamination with norovirus

* Bourgeois Smokehouse recalls Smoked Andouille Sausage products after testing finds Listeria contamination
* Kasundi Peeled Mango Pickle recalled over elevated lead levels
* Bengal King Family Pack Vegetable Singara recalled because of undeclared peanuts
* Fijian Import & Export Co. Inc. recalls meat pie products for lack of import reinspection
* Bedner cucumbers are back, making people sick once again

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More cucumbers from Bedner Growers recalled because of link to Salmonella outbreak

Made-to-order subs, wraps and paninis recalled in Massachusetts and Connecticut because of Salmonella risk

Spanish firm denies link to Listeria cheese recall

** Filipino testing finds Salmonella in onions from China

By News Desk on May 13, 2025

Testing in the Philippines of smuggled vegetables has found they were positive for heavy metals and Salmonella.

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. led the inspection of two container vans carrying an estimated 34 metric tons of white onions from China.

Testing was conducted by the Bureau of Plant…Continue Reading

** Tahini recalled in Canada because testing showed Salmonella contamination

Afghani Corn Bread “Doda” recalled because of undeclared sesame and wheat

Hak brand kale and spinach recalled in Canada because of rubber pieces

Mini Éclairs recalled in Canada after testing finds E. coli

** FDA solves Listeria outbreak after yearlong investigation; 86 products recalled

By Coral Beach on May 11, 2025

An FDA outbreak investigation that began in 2024 has finally revealed that the cause of Listeria infections is ready-to-eat foods.

Sandwiches and snack foods from Fresh & Ready Foods LLC of San Fernando, CA, have been found to be the source of the pathogen that has sickened 10 people in…Continue Reading

** Las Vegas-area health officials investigate illnesses linked to South Korean oysters

Optimal Carnivore recalls Bone & Joint Restore Capsules because of possible Salmonella contamination

** SIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ready-To-Eat Chicken and Bacon Wrap Products Due to Possible Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for ready-to-eat (RTE) chicken and bacon wrap products due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. A recall was not requested because the affected products are no longer available for purchase.

** Lamb Weston recalls 34,801 cases of hashbrown products because of plastic contamination

** Al Kanater Tahini recalled in Canada because of Salmonella contamination

** Lil’ Juan’s and Lucia’s Mexican Style Pork Carnitas recalled in Canada because of wood fragments

** FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Bismillah Halal Meats Ground Beef Due to Possible E. Coli O103 Contamination

WASHINGTON, May 1, 2025 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for retail ground beef products sold by Bismillah Halal Meats, a retail market in Marietta, Ga., that may be contaminated with E. coli O103. FSIS is issuing this public health alert to ensure that consumers are aware that these products should not be consumed. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase.

** Smith Packing, LLC Recalls Sausage and Sliced Meat and Poultry Products Due to Sodium Nitrite Levels in Excess of Regulatory Limit

Smith Packing, LLC, a Utica, N.Y. establishment, is recalling approximately 18,792 pounds of various ready-to-eat sausage and sliced meat and poultry products due to sodium nitrite levels that exceed the regulatory limit, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

** Upper Crust Bakery recalls bread products because of glass contamination

** Marie Sharp’s Original Garlic Habanero Pepper Sauce recalled in Canada because of spoilage

** USDA issues public health alert for halal ground beef

By News Desk on May 1, 2025

The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for retail ground beef products sold by Bismillah Halal Meats, a retail market in Marietta, GA., that may be contaminated with E. coli O103. 

The FSIS is issuing this public health alert to ensure that consumers…Continue Reading

** Valley Fine Foods recalls Chile Verde Egg Bites because of foreign material contamination

By News Desk on May 1, 2025

Valley Fine Foods Co., Inc., of Benicia, CA, is recalling 646 cases of its Chile Verde Egg Bites because of potential contamination with foreign materials.

The recall, initiated on April 3, 2025, is classified as a Class II recall, indicating a low risk of serious health consequences, though temporary or…Continue Readin

USDA&FSN – September – 2024 Recalls – Food Safety Alerts – Previous Month & last day of prior month updates



** CVS and H-E-B infant formula recalled over excess levels of Vitamin D

** 023-2024, Boar’s Head Provisions Co. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Liverwurst and Other Deli Meat Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination (Jul 26, 2024)

023-2024-EXP, Boar’s Head Provisions Co. Expands Recall for Ready-To-Eat Meat and Poultry Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination (Jul 30, 2024)

024-2024, Perdue Foods LLC, Recalls Frozen, Ready-To-Eat Chicken Breast Nugget and Tender Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination (Aug 16, 2024)

** All flavors of Diamond Shruumz-brand products have been recalled:

Micro-Dose and Mega-Dose/Extreme Gummies

Microdosing Chocolate Bars

Infused Cones

** Perdue Foods LLC, Recalls Frozen, Ready-To-Eat Chicken Breast Nugget and Tender Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

Perdue Foods LLC, a Perry, Ga. establishment, is recalling approximately 167,171 pounds of frozen, ready-to-eat chicken breast nugget and tender products that may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically metal.

** Washington State dairy again in the spotlight for pathogens in its raw milk; recall issued

By Coral Beach on August 29, 2024

A dairy operation in Washington has recalled raw milk because of contamination with E. coli. Earlier this month raw milk from the same dairy was linked to Campylobacter jejuni infections.

This week the Old Silvana Creamery of Arlington, WA, recalled their Jim’s Jerseys raw milk after state health officials found…Continue Reading

** Authentik Fudge Recalls Fudge with Nuts Because of Potential Mold Growth

Authentik Fudge of Sainte-Julie, Quebec, Canada, is recalling 840 units of Chocolate Fudge with Nuts branded MONTREAL FUDGE, due to potential mold growth contamination.

The recalled Fudge with nuts branded MONTREAL FUDGE were distributed on 2024-06-19 and 2024-06-20 through MARSHALLS and sold in the retail chains in the below states:

TJ MAXX: Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah, Washington, Wyoming. MARSHALLS: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming.

** Paneer recalled in Canada over bloating

Brazil nuts recalled over mold and yeast

Kimchi recalled over high levels of yeast

** Recalls issued as New Zealand authorities probe illnesses

By Joe Whitworth on August 27, 2024

Oysters and dried cured meats have been recalled in New Zealand as part of two separate foodborne illness investigations.

Te Matuku Oysters has recalled certain batches of Premium Export Grade Pacific Oysters as they may contain norovirus.

Affected products have use-by dates of Aug. 27 and 29, 2024. They are…Continue Reading

** Sierra Stain Recalls Tattoo Pigments Because of Possible Health Risk

Sierra Stain LLC of Carson City, Nevada is recalling 3 water-based tattoo pigments, because they are contaminated with high concentrations of microorganisms which present a health concern to consumers. Commonly reported symptoms of tattoo ink associated infections include the appearance of rashes or lesions consisting of red papules solely in areas where the contaminated ink has been applied. Some tattoo infections can result in permanent scarring. Symptoms can be difficult to recognize, as other conditions (e.g. allergic reactions) may also present with similar findings.

Products are packaged in plastic rounded bullet shape PET bottles with black dispense screw top and were distributed to all 50 states through Amazon.

No illnesses have been reported to date. Reason for recall: The recall was initiated after the recalling firm became aware of the results of the samples collected and analyzed by FDA, which tested positive for multiple microorganisms.

** Chest Compression Device Recall: Defibtech, LLC, Removes RMU-2000 ARM XR Chest Compression Device due to Risk of Device Stopping Compressions    Defibtech, LLC, is recalling RMU-2000 ARM XR Chest Compression Devices due to a problem with the device’s motor that may cause it to stop compressions. The FDA has identified this as a Class I recall, the most serious type of recall. This recall involves removing certain devices from where they are used or sold. This device may cause serious injury or death if you continue to use it.   Read More Questions? Customers in the U.S. with questions about this recall should contact Defibtech Customer Support: 1-877-453-4507, 7:30AM – 6PM Eastern.   Follow us on X at @FDAMedWatch

** FDA issues warning to producer of lead tainted applesauce

By Jonan Pilet on Aug 17, 2024 12:03 am

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a stern warning to Austrofoods, the Ecuador-based manufacturer of apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches recalled last year after being found to contain dangerously high levels of lead and chromium. The Aug. 9, 2024, warning letter just released by the FDA is part… Continue Reading

** Perdue Foods LLC, Recalls Frozen, Ready-To-Eat Chicken Breast Nugget and Tender Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

Perdue Foods LLC, a Perry, Ga. establishment, is recalling approximately 167,171 pounds of frozen, ready-to-eat chicken breast nugget and tender products that may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically metal.

** Pennsylvania officials warn against raw milk cheese contaminated with Listeria

By News Desk on August 16, 2024

Raw milk cheese from a Pennsylvania producer sold at an unknown number of retail locations is contaminated with Listeria. The producer is refusing to issue a recall. 

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture warns consumers to discard BeiHollow brand raw milk cheddar cheese.

The Department of Agriculture purchased two retail packages…Continue Reading

** Vanilla and chocolate syrup recalled after consumer complaints of bloated bottles

** Boar’s Head recalls more than 7 million pounds of deli meats in relation to deadly outbreak

By News Desk on Jul 30, 2024 07:49 pm

After whole genome sequencing showed a sample of Boar’s Head deli meat was contaminated with the outbreak strain responsible for a deadly Listeria outbreak, the company expanded its recall to include an additional 7 million pounds of products. The Jarratt, VA, company announced the expanded recall on July 30. The… Continue Reading Publisher’s Platform: What is up with Listeria and Boar’s Head?

** FSN Recalls – Food Recalls

Shredded coconut recalled in Canada after testing finds Salmonella

Sourdough loaves and everything rolls recalled over plastic in product

** North Fish USA Inc. Recalls “Cold Smoked Capelin” Because of Possible Health Risk

North Fish USA Inc of Hallandale, FL is recalling the imported 9-ounce packages of “Cold Smoked Capelin,” because the product was found to be over 5” in length and uneviscerated, as such having potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled

The sale of uneviscerated fish over 5” in length may contain Clostridium botulinum spores as they are more likely to be concentrated in the viscera than any other portion of the fish. Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.

The recalled product was distributed in New York and Georgia states to be distributed further to retail stores on East Coast.

The product comes in a 9 ounce, plastic package marked with UPC code 4811527003360, and with best before date 07.13.2024 and 01.05.2025 stamped in the back of the package.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

** Kratom industry demands FDA take back warning about OPMS Black Liquid Kratom

By Dan Flynn on Aug 09, 2024 12:04 am

At the end of last month, the Food and Drug Administration was again warning the public about a Kratom product, namely advising consumers not to consume OPMS Black Liquid Kratom, which is sold online and in some retail stores.  According to the FDA, OPMS Black Liquid Kratom is linked to… Continue Reading

** Thal Golden Spices Inc. Recalls Product Because of Possible Health Risk

Thal Golden Spices Inc. of Hayward, CA is recalling 640 Packs of “Bikano Moong Dal 350g because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

Product was distributed in the state of California through retail stores.

Product Identification Statement:Brand Name: Bikano
Product Name: Moong Dal Plain
Size: 350g
Best Used By Date: June 25, 2025 can be found on the bottom back side of the pack.

By Bill Marler on Aug 01, 2024 01:39 am

Illnesses: 34 Hospitalizations: 33 Deaths: 2  States: 13 – Georgia (2), Illinois (1), Indiana (1), Massachusetts (2), Maryland (6), Minnesota (1), Missouri (2), North Carolina (1), New Jersey (2), New York (12), Pennsylvania (1), Virginia (2) and Wisconsin (1). Range in age from 32 to 94 years Median age of 74… Continue Reading

** Colonna Brothers, Inc. Issues an Updated Voluntary Recall for “1.5oz Marcum Ground Cinnamon & 2.25oz Supreme Tradition Ground Cinnamon” Because of Possible Health Risk Due to Elevated Lead Levels

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 30, 2024 – Colonna Brothers of North Bergen, NJ is voluntarily recalling its 1.5oz Marcum Ground Cinnamon & 2.25oz Supreme Tradition Ground Cinnamon because of a possible health risk due to elevated lead levels. Short term exposures to very low levels of lead may not elicit any symptoms. It is possible that increased blood lead levels may be the only apparent sign of lead exposure. Additional signs and symptoms of lead exposure are more likely with acute exposure to higher levels of lead or chronic exposure to lead. The effects depend upon the amount and duration of lead exposure and age/ body weight. If a child is exposed to enough lead for a protracted period of time (e.g., weeks to months) permanent damage to the central nervous system may occur. This can result in learning disorders, developmental defects, and other long-term health problems. For adults, chronic lead exposure is associated with kidney dysfunction, hypertension, and neurocognitive effects.

** FSAI repeats duck egg warning after Salmonella cases

By News Desk on Jul 31, 2024 12:01 am

Several Salmonella infections in Ireland have been linked to eating duck eggs. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) said duck eggs should only be eaten after thoroughly cooking. FSAI and the Health Service Executive (HSE) have investigated five cases of Salmonellosis linked to duck eggs within the past 12… Continue Reading

** Metro Produce Distributors Inc. Recalls Fresh Guacamole Because of Possible Health Risk

Metro Produce Distributors Inc. of Minneapolis, Minnesota, is voluntarily recalling all Lunds & Byerlys fresh guacamole products with a use-by date of August 2, 2024, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. The fresh guacamole was sold at Lunds & Byerlys grocery stores located throughout the Twin Cities area and St. Cloud. The product was also available in select locations ‘Taco Mas’ food bars from July 27-31. The products are packaged in clear plastic containers.

Heat Advisory For Washington State – From Monday, July 8, 2:21 AM To Tue, Jul 9, 10:00 PM PDT


What

Hot conditions with afternoon temperatures up to 100 degrees and overnight lows in the 60s. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness.

Where

Portions of northwest and west central Washington.

When

Until 10 PM PDT Tuesday.

Impacts

Extreme heat will significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for much of the population, especially those who are heat sensitive and those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.

Additional Details

Temperatures will gradually cool during the middle and late portions of the week, but will remain well above normal in the 80s for much of the lowlands.

Summary

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. For sheltering information and other human services in your area, dial 2 1 1 during business hours or visit wa211.org anytime.

Issued By

NWS Seattle WA

OFCCP 58th Anniversary Celebration … 9/25 in memory of EO 11246


President Lyndon B. Johnson and Martin Luther King, Jr.

Commemorating the 58th Anniversary of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs and Executive Order 11246

Over the past 58 years, OFCCP has helped define and defend equal employment opportunity in the American workplace.
The origins of the agency can be traced back to President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s signing of Executive Order 8802 on June 25, 1941.
Executive Order 8802 was issued to prohibit federal contractors within the defense industry from discriminating on the basis of race or ethnicity.

President Lyndon Johnson signed Executive Order 11246, granting supervision of federal contract compliance to the Secretary of Labor, and creating the department’s first Office of Federal Contract Compliance. The EO ordered federal departments and agencies to impose non–non-discrimination and affirmative action rules in all federal contracts and federally–assisted construction projects. Later, on October 5, 1978, President Jimmy Carter consolidated all affirmative action enforcement actions into DOL by signing into law Executive Order 12086.

History of Executive Order 11246

Learn more about the history of OFCCP and stay informed about planned celebratory activities across the country in honor of this significant milestone.

In a June 1965 commencement address at Washington, DC’s Howard University, President Lyndon Johnson shared his strong belief in civil rights and nondiscriminatory practices when he said: “Thus it is not enough just to open the gates of opportunity. All our citizens must have the ability to walk through those gates. This is the next and the more profound stage of the battle for civil rights. We seek not just freedom but opportunity. We seek not just legal equity but human ability, not just equality as a right and a theory but equality as a fact and equality as a result.”