New #foodsafety #recall possible #Listeria #contamination of certain Biery specialty Longhorn Colby Cheeses

Biery Cheese Company Recalls Various Types Of Specialty Longhorn Colby Cheeses Due To Possible Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination

For Immediate Release

February 16, 2017

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Biery Cheese Co. is voluntarily recalling specialty Longhorn Colby cheese due to potential contamination of Listeria monocytogenes.  Listeria monocytogenes is 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 systems such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

On 02-15-17 the firm was notified by Deutsch Kase Haus, LLC of Middlebury, IN that they supplied Biery Cheese with various type cheeses that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.  No illnesses have been reported to date.

Products affected are:
 

Brand	Description	Product Size	UPC Code	Sell By Date
Delallo	Premium Sliced Colby Cheese	8 oz	0 72368 12452 0	May/6/2017
Delallo	Premium Sliced Hot Pepper Cheese	8 oz	0 72368 12462 9	May/6/2017
Dietz & Watson	Pasteurized Process New York State Cheddar Cheese with Jalapeno and Cayenne	8 oz	0 31506 79412 4	May/6/2017
Dietz & Watson	Pepper Jack Cheese	8 oz.	0 31506 79450 6	May/6/2017
Private Selections	Hardwood Smoked Gouda Slice	8 oz.	0 11110 60861 1	05/06/17

The products were distributed between November 11, 2016 and January 4, 2017.  These products were packaged at Biery Cheese Company in Louisville, OH and distributed to distribution centers located in the States of: Georgia, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.

Customers who have purchased any of the cheese products listed above from the affected sell by dates or any unreadable date codes are urged not to consume it and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Biery Cheese Co at 1-800-243-3731 Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm EST.

Biery Cheese is committed to food safety and providing our customers with the highest quality products. We are monitoring this issue to ensure the situation is resolved in a timely manner, and are working in full cooperation with the Food and Drug Administration to investigate this issue.

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New #foodsafety #recall #undeclared #milk & #soy #allergen in certain Ditos heart plastic platters

Ditos Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk and Soy in Heart Plastic Platter Strawberries W/Dip with Chocolate Frosting and Heart Plastic Platter Mixed Fruit W/Dip with Chocolate Frosting

For Immediate Release

February 16, 2017

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DITOS of Anchorage, Alaska is recalling 50 cases of Heart Plastic Platter Strawberries w/ Dip with Chocolate Frosting 32oz, and 30 cases of Heart Plastic Platter Mixed Fruit w/ Dip with Chocolate Frosting 40oz, because it contains undeclared soy and milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy and/or milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Product was distributed in Alaska to one distributor and may have been redistributed to one retailer.

Product was sold at seven Walmart stores located in Debarr, Dimond, Eagle River, Fairbanks, Kenai, Midtown, and Wasilla of Alaska.

Product was distributed to the retailer February 8-February 13.

UPC	PACK/ SIZE	BRAND	DESCRIPTION	USE BY DATE
893268001427	32 oz	DITOS	Heart Plastic Platter Strawberries w/ Dip with Chocolate Frosting- Refrigerated	02/14/2017, 02/15/2017, 02/16/2017, 02/19/2017
893268001984	40 oz	DITOS	Heart Plastic Platter Mixed Fruit w/ Dip with Chocolate Frosting- Refrigerated	02/14/2017, 02/15/2017, 02/16/2017, 02/19/2017

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The “Use By” date can be found on the bottom of the platter.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing milk and soy was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk and soy.

Thisrecall is being made with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Consumers who have purchased the products described above should destroy the affected product. Consumers with questions please contact DITOS at 907-202-1693, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. PST.

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New #foodsafety #recall possible #Listeria #contamination of Saputo Gouda Cheese products

Saputo Inc. Recalls Certain Gouda Cheese Products Due to Potential Contamination of Listeria Monocytogenes

For Immediate Release

February 16, 2017

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Saputo
 1-877-578-1510

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 1-866-648-5902

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Saputo Inc. (Saputo), is voluntarily recalling certain Gouda cheese products in the United States after having been notified by Deutsch Kase Haus, LLC of Middlebury, Indiana that some specialty Gouda cheese products that it supplied to Saputo’s Green Bay, Wisconsin facility may have been contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Listeria monocytogenes is 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 affected retail products are the Great Midwest® Applewood Smoked Gouda cheeses listed in the table below. As a precautionary measure, Saputo is also recalling the Dutchmark® Smoked Gouda cheeses listed in the table below, which were packaged on the same line. Consumers should not consume the recalled products.

Brand	Product	Pack Size	UPC	Sell By Date
Great Midwest®	Applewood Smoked Gouda Cheese	Random Weight ~6 pounds	No UPC	SELL BY MAY 22 17 G7/1 00:00
		Random weight slices or chunks cut at stores	Sliced/chunked cut at stores - No UPC	ALL CODE DATES
Brand	Product	Pack Size	UPC	Sell By Date
Dutchmark®	Pasteurized Processed Smoked Gouda Cheese	Random Weight ~2 pounds	No UPC	BEST WHEN USED BY:11-18-17

No illnesses due to consumption of these products have been reported. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

The recalled products were sold to retailers nationwide. The Great Midwest Applewood® Smoked Gouda cheeses were sold primarily in retail stores at deli counters and deli cases. Saputo is working with impacted customers to ensure that the recalled products are removed from the marketplace. Consumers who have purchased any of the recalled products identified in the table above with the specified sell by date are urged to dispose of them or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. No other Saputo products are affected by this recall.

This recall is being initiated with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. For more information, consumers with questions may contact Saputo at 1-877-578-1510 between 9 am and 9 pm EST, Monday - Friday.

About Saputo

Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a wide array of dairy products of the utmost quality, including cheese, fluid milk, extended shelf-life milk and cream products, cultured products and dairy ingredients. Saputo is one of the top ten dairy processors in the world, the largest cheese manufacturer and the leading fluid milk and cream processor in Canada, the third largest dairy processor in Argentina, and the fourth largest in Australia. In the US, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the largest producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products. Our products are sold in several countries under well-known brand names such as Saputo, Alexis de Portneuf, Armstrong, COON, Cracker Barrel*, Dairyland, DairyStar, Friendship Dairies, Frigo Cheese Heads, La Paulina, Milk2Go/Lait’s Go, Neilson, Nutrilait, Scotsburn*, Stella, Sungold, Treasure Cave and Woolwich Dairy. Saputo Inc. is a publicly traded company and its shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol “SAP”.

*Trademark used under licence.

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New #foodsafety #recall possible #Listeria #contamination of Veggie Noodle Butternut Spirals

Veggie Noodle Co. Recalls Butternut Spirals Due to Possible Health Risk

For Immediate Release

February 15, 2017

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  info@veggienoodleco.com
 512-200-3337 x500

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Mason Arnold
 512-200-3337 x500

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Veggie Noodle Co. of Austin, Texas is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of Butternut Spirals due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.  Listeria monocytogenes is 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 recalled product was distributed to Whole Foods Markets and other retailers in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio and Wisconsin.  The recalled product is packaged in a 10.7oz clear plastic container, has the UPC Code 852287006059 and has an “Enjoy By” date of February 23, 2017 (located on the side of the packaging). Products with other “Enjoy By” dates are not affected. Sold in refrigerated sections of the grocery store. The potential contamination of the Butternut Spirals was found as a result of routine product testing and the recall was initiated by Veggie Noodle Co. out of an abundance of caution.

There are no reported illnesses associated with this recall to date.

Consumers who have purchased the recalled Veggie Noodle Co. Butternut Spirals are urged not to consume it, and either discard the product or return it to the store where it was purchased for a full refund.  For more information about the recall, consumers may contact Veggie Noodle Co. at 512-200-3337 x500 (available 8 am-5pm CST, M-F) or email at info@veggienoodleco.com.
 

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New #foodsafety #recall #Undeclared #MSG #allergen on 999,419 lbs of Century Packing chicken sausage products

Century Packing Corp. Recalls Chicken Sausage Products Due To Misbranding

Class III Recall013-2017

Feb 15, 2017

En Español

Congressional and Public Affairs
Felicia Thompson 
(202) 720-9113

WASHINGTON, Feb. 15, 2017 – Century Packing Corp., a Las Piedras, Puerto Rico establishment, is recalling approximately 999,419 pounds of thermally processed, commercially sterile, chicken sausage products due to misbranding. The products contain monosodium glutamate (MSG) that was not declared on the product labels, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The chicken sausage products were produced from Jan. 1, 2015 through Feb. 13, 2017. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF Only)]

• 2.78-oz. pouches of “Great Value Minis – Bites of Chicken Sausage and Bouillon” with Packaging Dates of “01/01/2015 – 02/13/2017”
• 10-oz. pouches of “Great Value Minis – Bites of Chicken Sausage and Bouillon” with Packaging Dates of “01/01/2015 – 02/13/2017”
• 2.78-oz. pouches of “Econo Mini – Bite Size Chicken Sausages” with Packaging Dates of “ 01/01/2015 – 02/13/2017”
• 10-oz. pouches of “Econo Mini – Bite Size Chicken Sausages” with Packaging Dates of “01/01/2015 – 02/13/2017”
• 5-oz. cans of “Sedano’s Chicken Vienna Sausage in Chicken Broth” with Packaging Dates of “08/2015” and “05/2016”
• 117 units per pouch of “ Carmela Foods Chicken Sausage and Bouillon” with Packaging Dates of “02/2016 – 02/14/2017”

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “P-7375” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped for retail and institutional use in Florida and Puerto Rico. According to Century Packing Corp. records, schools have purchased products associated with this recall through the company’s commercial channels.

The problem was discovered on Feb. 9, 2017, by FSIS Inspection Program Personnel (IPP) while performing routine label verification activities. The IPP observed that the MSG ingredient, included in the bouillon seasoning used in the formulation of multiple chicken sausage products, was not declared on the finished chicken sausage packaging labels.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Quality Control Manager Yixa Hernandez at (787) 716-2555. Media with questions about the recall can contact Office Manager Vilmarie Ferreira at (787) 716-2556.

New #Canada #foodsafety #recall possible #botulism #contamination of PC Organics brand baby food pouches

The FDA is issuing this recall notice from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to alert U.S. consumers who may have purchased these products in Canada not to eat or serve them. The products under recall were manufactured specifically for the Canadian marketplace. - Updated Food Recall Warning - PC Organics brand baby food pouches recalled due to potential presence of dangerous bacteria

For Immediate Release

February 8, 2017

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The food recall warning issued on February 3, 2017 has been updated to include additional products. This additional information was identified during the Canadian Food Inspection Agency's (CFIA) food safety investigation.

Loblaw Companies Limited is recalling PC Organics brand baby food pouches from the marketplace because they may permit the growth of Clostridium botulinum. A manufacturing error resulted in excess water in the product, which under certain circumstances could support the growth of Clostridium Botulinum and pose a health risk to consumers. Consumers should not consume the recalled products described below.

The products were sold at the following locations up to and including February 8, 2017.

Ontario: Fortinos, Loblaws, No Frills, Real Canadian Superstore, Real Canadian Wholesale Club, valu-mart, Your Independent Grocer, Zehrs, Shoppers Drug Mart, and affiliated independent stores

Atlantic: Atlantic Superstore, Dominion, Cash&Carry, Real Canadian Wholesale Club, Your Independent Grocer, Shoppers Drug Mart, and affiliated independent stores

Québec: Club entrepôt, Maxi, Maxi & Cie, Presto, Provigo, Provigo le Marché, AXEP, Pharmaprix, and Intermarché

West: Extra Foods, Loblaws City Market, No Frills, Real Canadian Superstore, Real Canadian Wholesale Club, Your Independent Grocer, Shoppers Drug Mart, and affiliated independent stores


Recalled Products

Brand Name	Common Name	Size	Code(s) on Product	UPC
PC Organics	Apple, Blueberry & Green Pea strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 06292 7
PC Organics	Apple Crisp Muffin flavour puree snack	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 13730 4
PC Organics	Apple, Carrot, Apricot & Millet strained baby Food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 06996
PC Organics	Banana, Sweet Potato & Blueberry strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 05362
PC Organics	Apple strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 02840 4
PC Organics	Apple, Banana & Blueberry with Yogurt strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 04491
PC Organics	Apple, Banana & Strawberry with Yogurt strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 04488
PC Organics	Apple Cherry strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 02843
PC Organics	Sweet Potato, Apple and Mango strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 06294
PC Organics	Peach Maple Cobbler Flavour puree snack	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 13732 8
PC Organics	Banana Apple & Carrot strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 05363
PC Organics	Pumpkin, Apple, Peach & Buckwheat strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 06995
PC Organics	Prune, Apple, Butternut Squash & Quinoa strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 06994
PC Organics	Pear strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 02842
PC Organics	Mango, Apple, Carrot & Peach strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 05369
PC Organics	Blackberry Cobbler Flavour puree snack	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 13731 1
PC Organics	Banana & Kiwi strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 02846 6
PC Organics	Mango strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 02841 1
PC Organics	Banana & Raspberry strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 05480 9
PC Organics	Banana, Apple, Apricot & Rice strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 05368
PC Organics	Banana Bread Flavour puree snack	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 13589 8
PC Organics	Pear, Apple and Broccoli strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 06291
PC Organics	Sweet Potato, Banana & Apricot strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 05366
PC Organics	Tropical Twist Smoothie with Greek Yogurt puree snack	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 15430 1
PC Organics	Banana, Mango & Apple with Yogurt strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 04489
PC Organics	Orange Twist Smoothie with Greek Yogurt puree snack	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 15431 8
PC Organics	Prunes strained baby food	128 mL	All codes	0 60383 16963 3
PC Organics	Apple, Banana & Strawberry with Yogurt strained baby food	6x128 mL	All codes	0 60383 18427 8
PC Organics	Sweet Potato, Apple and Mango strained baby food	6x128 mL	All codes	0 60383 18429 2
PC Organics	Banana Apple & Carrot strained baby food	6x128 mL	All codes	0 60383 18428 5
PC Organics	Mango strained baby food	6x128 mL	All codes	0 60383 18430 8
PC Organics	Pear, Apple and Broccoli strained baby food	6x128 mL	All codes	0 60383 18426 1

What you should do

If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, call your doctor.

Check to see if you have recalled products in your home. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the store where they were purchased.

Food contaminated with Clostridium botulinum toxin may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dizziness, blurred or double vision, dry mouth, respiratory failure and paralysis. In severe cases of illness, people may die. 

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Background

This recall was triggered by a consumer complaint. The CFIA is verifying that industry is removing recalled products from the marketplace.

Related recalls

2017-02-03 - PC Organics brand Apple, Blueberry & Green Pea strained baby food recalled due to potential presence of dangerous bacteria
 

More information

Loblaw Companies Ltd.: Customer Inquiries: 1-888-495-5111 or customerservice@presidentschoice.ca

For more information, consumers and industry can contact the CFIA by filling out the online feedback form.

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