Recalled on Certain Pet Treats Made by Pet Carousel: Salmonella

November 6, 2009

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is issuing this health alert to warn consumers not to use Pig Ears and Beef Hooves pet treats manufactured by Pet Carousel because the products may be contaminated with Salmonella. The products were distributed nationwide in both bulk and retail packaging for sale in pet food and retail chain stores. Pet Carousel is based in Sanger, Calif.

PetSmart Recalls Dentley’s Beef Hooves

November 6, 2009

PetSmart is recalling two Dentley’s Beef Hoof products for potential salmonella contamination. The products were manufactured by Pet Carousel, Inc. in Sanger, Calif.

The recalled products include only the following types of Dentley’s Beef Hooves purchased between Oct. 2, 2009 and Nov. 3, 2009

Ippolito International, LP Voluntarily Recalls Bunch Spinach: Salmonella

September 19, 2009

Ippolito International, LP of Salinas, California is voluntarily recalling 1,715 cartons of bunched spinach, 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.

Muranaka Farm Recalls 60 Count Bunched Parsley: Salmonella Risk

September 13, 2009

Muranaka Farm, Inc. of Moorpark, CA is recalling 1005 cases of 60 count bunched Parsley, 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. As a result, the company is immediately implementing a voluntary recall of the 1,005 cases of the 60 count fresh bunched parsley Lot Code 0023909.

Kilwin’s Recall of Chocolate-Covered Peanuts: Salmonella Risk

September 12, 2009

Kilwin’s Quality Confections, Inc. of Petoskey, MI, is recalling all of our 7 ounce packages of chocolate-covered peanuts, and bulk chocolate-covered peanuts, sold in our retail stores, which were sold prior to April 1, 2009, because they have 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.

Premeir Organics Recalls Artisana Raw Tahini: Salmonella Risk

September 12, 2009

Premier Organics of Berkeley, CA is recalling 840 Cases of Artisana Raw Tahini of Lot 90811, in 16oz glass jars because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious infections. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea, 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, endocarditis and arthritis.

Steinbeck Country Green Onions Recall

September 12, 2009

As a result of routine testing, the USDA has found a positive result for Salmonella on iceless green onions shipped by Steinbeck Country Produce of Salinas, CA. The onions were farmed and packed by a grower in Mexicali, Mexico, near the California border.

Texas Coffee Company Recalls Red Pepper: Salmonella Risk

September 9, 2009

The Texas Coffee Company, Inc. of Beaumont, TX, is recalling its 3 ounce and 8 oz. packages of Texjoy red pepper because they have 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.

Melon Acres Announced the Recall of Cantaloupes Distributed Through Farm-Wey Produce of Lakeland FL

August 30, 2009

Melon Acres announced the recall of cantaloupes distributed through Farm-Wey Produce of Lakeland, FL due to potential health concerns. The cantaloupes were shipped August 13th and 14th and were identified as 41 MG 10, Bin Numbers 4753-4980. These bins were distributed to Aldi’s in Greenwood, Indiana and Meijer in Lansing, Michigan, Newport, Michigan, and Tipp City, Ohio. The recall was issued following a testing on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that revealed one of a sample of twenty cantaloupes taken by that Agency tested positive for Salmonella. The FDA reported the positive test to Melon Acres on Friday, August 21, 2009.

Limited Recall of 772 Cartons of Iced Jumbo Green Onions: Salmonella Risk

August 13, 2009

A precautionary voluntary recall of 772 cartons of iced jumbo green onions under the brand names Omo and Fu Choy distributed from three locations, R.A.M. Produce Distributors of Detroit, Michigan, Franzella Distributing of San Francisco, CA, and United Food Service of East Point, GA has been issued by California-based NewStar Fresh Foods due to the possible presence of Salmonella.

Adams Extract & Spice Recalls Items Due to Salmonella Contamination

August 10, 2009

Adams Extract and Spice, LLC. is announcing a voluntary recall of products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The products contain a specific lot of ground red pepper supplied by Van de Vries Spice Corporation, 9 Elkins Road, East Brunswick, New Jersey 08816 This lot of ground red pepper initially tested negative for salmonella. Subsequently, Adams Extract and Spice, LLC. has been informed that another sample drawn from the same lot has been confirmed positive for salmonella.

Ground Beef Products Recalled in California: Salmonella Contamination

August 6, 2009

Recall Release CLASS I RECALL
FSIS-RC-041-2009 HEALTH RISK: HIGH

Congressional and Public Affairs
(202) 720-9113
Brian K. Mabry

Beef Packers, Inc., a Fresno, CA, establishment, is recalling approximately 825,769 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with Salmonella, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

Expanded Distribution Area of Romaine Lettuce Recall

August 4, 2009

Tanimura & Antle, Inc. of Salinas, California is expanding the geographic scope of its voluntary recall of bulk and wrapped romaine head lettuce. Although the volume of cases from the single recalled lot has not changed, the company recognizes the possibility that some customers may have distributed the romaine in states beyond the original 29. Therefore, the company is extending the U.S. recall to all 50 states. The recall also includes Puerto Rico and Canada, as initially indicated.

United Food Group Recalls Products Containing Instant Nonfat Dry Milk

August 1, 2009

RECALLS, MARKET WITHDRAWALS, & SAFETY ALERTS ARCHIVE FOR RECALLS, MARKET WITHDRAWALS & SAFETY ALERTS ENFORCEMENT REPORTS INDUSTRY GUIDANCE MAJOR PRODUCT RECALLS –

  

RECALL — FIRM PRESS RELEASE

 

FDA POSTS PRESS RELEASES AND OTHER NOTICES OF RECALLS AND MARKET WITHDRAWALS FROM THE FIRMS INVOLVED AS A SERVICE TO CONSUMERS, THE MEDIA, AND OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES. FDA DOES NOT ENDORSE EITHER THE PRODUCT OR THE COMPANY.

Frontera Produce Recalls One Lot of Cilantro Because of Possible Health Risk

July 30, 2009

Frontera Produce, of Edinburg, TX, is voluntarily recalling one lot of cilantro because it has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella. The company is working with the FDA to inform consumers of this recall, and no illnesses have been reported to date.

Fireside Coffee Co. Recalls Chai Tea Affected by Plainview Milk Product Recall

July 29, 2009

Fireside Coffee Co. Swartz Creek, MI is recalling all Fireside Chai Tea that contains dry milk produced by Plainview Milk Products after June 2007. Plainview Milk Products of Plainview, MN has recalled its instant non-fat dry milk because of potential Salmonella contamination. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

Publix Issues Voluntary Recall on Publix Gourmet Peanut Mix

July 28, 2009

Publix Super Markets is issuing a voluntary recall for Publix Gourmet Peanut Mix. The product contains peanut products that are from Peanut Corporation of America, which has been implicated in a national outbreak of Salmonella. Product was distributed to Publix stores for retail sale. The recalled product has a UPC number of: 41415 – 06786 and is packaged in a 28 ounce plastic tamper resistant container.

Tanimura & Antle Recalls Romaine Lettuce – Salmonella Risk

July 28, 2009

Tanimura & Antle, Inc. of Salinas, Calif. is voluntarily recalling one lot of romaine lettuce because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. No illnesses have been reported to date, and the company is working with FDA to inform consumers of this recall.

King Soopers Recalls Ground Beef Products: Possible Salmonella Contamination

July 23, 2009

King Soopers, Inc., a Denver, Colo., establishment, is recalling approximately 466,236 pounds of ground beef products that may be linked to an outbreak of salmonellosis, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

Wirth’s Nutcracker Sweet Recalls Pistachios Sold In Michigan Because Of Possible Risk To Health

July 21, 2009

Wirth’s Nutcracker Sweet of Sanford, MI is voluntarily recalling 258 of their 2-lb holiday party trays containing roasted and salted pistachios in the shell because they have 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.

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