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Food GMP Newsletter

19-04-2024

Melissa’s brand organic, fresh basil added to recall linked to Salmonella illnesses

A fresh outbreak of Salmonella infections has been tied to another brand of organic basil. Melissa's-brand organic basil, sold in 2-ounce and 4-ounce packages at Dierbe

19-04-2024

FDA recommends company to warn consumers regarding its goat milk formula

The FDA has urged Sammy’s Milk of Newport Beach, CA, to caution against using its toddler formula as an infant formula, citing concerns over potential inadequacie

19-04-2024

Great Value sandwich cookies recalled in Oklahoma due to plastic in the product

Shearer’s Foods, LLC, based in Massillon, OH, is issuing a recall for Great Value Twist & Shout Strawberry Creme Sandwich Cookies due to potential contaminati

19-04-2024

FDA issues warning regarding oysters imported from Korea associated with norovirus outbreak

The FDA has issued a warning advising consumers to avoid certain raw, frozen oysters from Korea due to a norovirus outbreak. Prompted by a report from the California De

17-04-2024

Recalls rise in Switzerland but down for Belgium in 2023

In 2023, Switzerland saw a surge in warnings and recalls compared to the previous year, with 17 public warnings and 73 food recalls issued by the Federal Food Safety an

15-04-2024

Powerade products were recalled over a potential metal object in bottles

The Coca-Cola Company, situated in Auburndale, FL, has issued a recall for Powerade products due to the potential presence of a foreign metal object, specifically a stainless-steel ring, in the pro

15-04-2024

Tequesquite recalled in New York and New Jersey due to elevated levels of lead

Nicomex Inc. has issued a recall for Nicomex Tequesquite (Mexican mineral salt) due to elevated levels of lead. The recall, as announced by the Food and Drug Administra

15-04-2024

Salmon recalled in Canada over potentially dangerous bacteria contamination

Aqua Blue Seafood Ltd. is issuing a recall for Mowi brand Norwegian Atlantic Salmon – Cold Smoked due to the potential presence of harmful bacteria. The Canadian

13-04-2024

Pea protein recalled over possible Salmonella contamination

Naturz Organics USA LLC, located in North Brunswick, NJ, has announced a recall for specific Naturz Organics Organic Pea Protein bags due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recall, as repor

12-04-2024

Cinnamon recalled over elevated lead levels

Spices USA Inc., based in Hialeah, FL, has issued a recall for Tasty-Sawa cinnamon due to elevated levels of lead. The recall, as reported by the Food and Drug Administ

08-04-2024

California company recalls ice cream bars since tests findings are positive for Salmonella

Tropicale Foods, based in Modesto, CA, has issued a voluntary recall of 5,224 units of Helados Mexico Mini Cream Variety Pack with a "Best By" date of "MO Best By 10/11

08-04-2024

Officials confirm planned closure of Quaker Oats plant because of recall of dozens of products

The mayor of a city in Illinois confirmed PepsiCo's decision to close a Quaker Oats plant, which temporarily shut down during a granola product recall in December 2023.

06-04-2024

Jasmine rice recalled over the glass in the product

Otis McAllister, a food company based in Orinda, CA, has issued a recall for Emerald River Premium Thai Jasmine Rice due to the presence of glass particles in the product. The recall, initiated on

06-04-2024

Pepperoni sticks recalled in Canada due to presence of metal in produc

Freybe Gourmet Foods Limited has initiated a recall of Freybe brand Pepperoni Smoked Sausage Sticks Original due to the presence of metal fragments in the product. The

06-04-2024

Hummus recalled in Canada over yeast contamination

Groupe Manufacturier Metro Inc. has issued a recall for Adonis brand Classic Hummus due to microbial contamination, specifically yeast. The Canadian Food Inspection Age

01-04-2024

Barsotti and Trader Joe’s carrot juice recalled due to under-processing

Barsotti Juice Company, Inc. is issuing a recall for specific carrot juices due to being deemed under-processed. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) posted details o

01-04-2024

Beef Biltong recalled in Canada following testing finds Salmonella

Eat-Sum-More Inc. is recalling Beef Biltong due to possible Salmonella contamination, as per the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) following test results. The affe

01-04-2024

Bread recalled in California and Nevada due to foreign object contamination

Albertsons Companies LLC is recalling certain Signature Select, Athens, and CalPia brand bread due to the presence of metal and plastic shavings in the product. The rec

01-04-2024

Mashed potatoes were recalled because of plastic in the product

Bob Evans Farms is recalling specific Bob Evans Original Mashed Potatoes due to potential foreign material, particularly red plastic, found in the product. As per details provided by the Food and D

01-04-2024

Enoki mushrooms recalled in Canada following testing finds Listeria

Goldenway International Trade Co. Ltd.’s Enoki Mushrooms are under recall due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This recall was initiated fo

23-03-2024

Trader Joe’s nuts recalled following testing finds Salmonella

Wenders LLC, based in Dublin, CA, is recalling specific production lots of Trader Joe's Nuts – 50% Less Sodium Roasted & Salted Whole Cashews due to potential

23-03-2024

State warns consumers to not drink Big Brook raw milk because of Listeria contamination

New York officials warn about contaminated raw milk from Big Brook Farm in Lee Center due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The State Agriculture and M

22-03-2024

Enoki mushrooms recalled in Canada due to Listeria contamination and consumer complaint

Kam Ding Investment Ltd. is recalling K-Fresh brand Enoki Mushrooms due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, as reported by the Canadian Food Inspect

21-03-2024

La Fiesta recalls cinnamon due to lead contamination

La Fiesta Food Products, based in La Mirada, CA, is initiating a recall of its Cinnamon Ground .87oz due to potential lead contamination. This product was distributed n

21-03-2024

Breakfast burritos recalled in Washington following testing finds Listeria

Jen’s Breakfast Burritos, LLC, in Auburn, WA, is recalling about 144 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) breakfast burrito products due to potential Listeria monocytogen

16-03-2024

Illinois company recalls imported cinnamon following FDA warns public about lead in product

Raja Foods LLC of Skokie, IL, recalled its 3.5-ounce packages of "Swad Cinnamon Powder" due to potential lead contamination.

The re

16-03-2024

Florida firm recalls cinnamon due to elevated levels of lead

El Chilar Rodriguez LLC of Apopka, FL, has recalled over 1,500 bags of El Chilar Ground Cinnamon "Canela Molida" sold in 1.25-ounce bags due to potential lead contamina

16-03-2024

Aji Mori recalls sauce due to possible contamination with clostridium botulinum

Aji Mori Sauce Corp., operating as Sushi Koo in Los Angeles, CA, has recalled its chillimami sauce due to being manufactured and distributed without oversight from the

15-03-2024

Castle Importing cheeses recalled over Listeria contamination

Castle Importing, Inc. in Fontana, CA, recalled specific cheese products due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The FDA reported the recall on Feb. 5, o

15-03-2024

Sausages recalled after consumers discover rubber pieces in the produc

Salm Partners, LLC, in Denmark, WI, recalled about 35,430 pounds of Johnsonville turkey kielbasa sausage due to possible contamination with rubber pieces, per the U.S.

10-03-2024

Dairy initiates recall action: State testing finds Listeria in raw milk

Sigmon Dairy in Rochester, WA, is recalling retail raw whole milk with Best By dates from March 4 through March 12 due to potential Listeria Monocytogenes contamination

10-03-2024

Restaurant complaints about meat initiate 46-ton recall

MF Meats in Falconer, NY, is recalling 93,277 pounds of raw meat products suspected of contamination with non-food grade mineral seal oil, not approved for meat process

09-03-2024

Consumer complaints of plastic in Trader Joe’s dumplings instantaneous recall

CJ Foods Manufacturing Beaumont Corporation in Beaumont, CA, is recalling approximately 61,839 pounds of steamed chicken soup dumplings due to possible contamination wi

08-03-2024

Roland Foods tahini recall because of Salmonella contamination

Roland Foods LLC, headquartered in New York City, recalled specific production batches of Roland Tahini, comprising 100 per cent Ground Sesame Seeds in 16-ounce bottles

07-03-2024

The company recalls pickled products because of the hazard of botulism poisoning

The California Department of Public Health warns against consuming certain jarred food items from Shamshad Food due to potential Clostridium botulinum contamination, wh

29-02-2024

11 sick cases were reported in French cheese E. coli outbreak

An E. coli outbreak in France tied to raw milk cheese has sickened 11 children, causing hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), which leads to kidney failure. Five children fr

29-02-2024

More children added to the toll of those affected by excessive lead in applesauce

In the past week, the number of children impacted by high lead levels in specific cinnamon applesauce pouches has increased. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevent

24-02-2024

FSSAI moves forward towards providing Food Safety in all Bhawans of States, UTs & canteens

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is actively engaged in enhancing the food safety ecosystem nationwide through its Food Safety Training and Cert

24-02-2024

Salad kits recalled in Canada for Salmonella contamination

A Taylor Farms salad mix was recalled in Canada following government testing that indicated contamination with Salmonella.

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22-02-2024

Additional products recalled in association with deadly outbreak of Listeria infections

The FDA has been notified of additional companies to recall products linked to the Rizo-Lopez Foods Inc. dairy recall. 

Rizo-L

21-02-2024

Merck's MOU with FSSAI receives extension

Merck Life Science has received an extension of its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), further solidifying

20-02-2024

Washington Creamery recalls raw milk for E. coli found in state tests

Cozy Vale Creamery of Tenino, WA, is urging consumers to stop consumption of their retail raw milk and cream products with the best-before dates of 02-18-24 through 02-

19-02-2024

Additional products recalled regarding a decade-long outbreak of Listeria infections

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been notified of further recalls for products made with or possessing recalled dairy products from 

In addition to the following listed produ

18-02-2024

Trader Joe’s, Costco, and other shops are recalling products made with cheese associated with Listeria outbreak

Stores like Trader Joe’s and Costco started recalling products made with cheese and other products linked to a deadly Listeria outbreak.

17-02-2024

The number of patients reaches 90 in the Salmonella outbreak linked to charcuterie meats

An additional 40 cases are now linked to a Salmonella outbreak tied to charcuterie meat products. As of February 15th, the CDC reported 87 cases across 30 states, with

16-02-2024

Raw Farm cheese connected to multi-state outbreak of E. coli infections

A recent E. coli outbreak, linked to cheese from a dairy with a history of recalls, is under federal investigation. The FDA and CDC, along with state and local health d

12-02-2024

Bright Farms recalls salad kits for containing recalled cheese linked to the outbreak

In response to a recall by Rizo Lopez Foods, Inc., BrightFarms is recalling its Southwest Chipotle salad kit with best-by dates from Dec. 31, 2023, through Feb. 22, 202

10-02-2024

Kikkoman brings up dark soy sauce specially prepared for India

In a historic move spanning its 350-year legacy, Kikkoman is set to introduce a dark soy sauce tailored exclusively for the Indian market. This initiative underscores the brand's dedication to Indi

09-02-2024

ITC Sunfeast Baked Creations introduces a twist to this Valentine's Day with its unique range

This Valentine’s Day, ITC Sunfeast Baked Creations is revolutionizing love celebrations with its innovative #SkipTheRoses campaign. Departing from traditional nor

08-02-2024

Simply Fresh recalls dip produced with ingredients recalled connected with deadly outbreak

Simply Fresh Foods LLC began recalling black bean six layer dip for potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
The dip was sold all along Canada under th

07-02-2024

Centre orders stock disclosure of rice for traders, big chain retailers

To counter food inflation and speculation, India's government mandates traders, retailers, and processors to declare their rice and paddy stocks by category in all stat

03-02-2024

Central Government NCCF starts selling Bharat brand of pulses in Tamil Nadu

At present, 50 mobile vans in each district sell Bharat Dal chana dal directly to consumers in towns and villages. This number will double to 100 soon, with new additio