WA Company Recalls Yogurt for Undeclared Egg After Filling Lemon Curd Product Into Vanilla Bean Containers

Ellenos Real Greek LLC of Federal Way, WA is recalling Vanilla Bean Greek Yogurt 4oz. cups, sold in Costco 12-Pack case, item #1340833, because it may contain undeclared egg.  The recall was initiated when a few 4oz cups containing bright yellow puree instead of solid white yogurt with vanilla bean flakes were discovered in Vanilla Bean yogurt cups. After a full internal investigation, it was determined that Vanilla Bean yogurt cups were inadvertently used and packed with Lemon Curd yogurt product. The Vanilla Bean yogurt cup label does not declare egg.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ellenos-real-greek-llc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-egg-vanilla-bean-yogurt-4oz-cup-costco-12
Ellenos Real Greek LLC Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg In Vanilla Bean Yogurt 4oz Cup In Costco 12-Pack
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 25, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  April 25, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Product may contain undeclared egg allergen
Company Name:  Ellenos Real Greek LLC
Brand Name:  Ellenos
Product Description:  Greek Yogurt

CO Company Recalls Granola-type Product Due to Undeclared Almonds

American Outdoor Products of Boulder, CO is voluntarily recalling its 4.6 ounce packages of Backpacker’s Pantry Blueberry Peach Crisp because the ingredient statement declares “Almonds”, but the “Contains" statement did not declare “Almond”.  The recall was initiated after it was discovered that “Almond” was included in the ingredients list but was not listed in the “Contains” statement.

One illness has been reported in connection with this problem, to date.

From this posting, it appears the company had produced this product for over 6 months without knowing that almond was in the product.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/american-outdoor-products-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-almonds-backpackers-pantry-blueberry-peach
American Outdoor Products Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds in Backpacker’s Pantry Blueberry Peach Crisp
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 25, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  April 25, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Product may contain undeclared almonds
Company Name:  American Outdoor Products
Brand Name:  Backpacker’s Pantry
Product Description:  Blueberry Peach Crisp

SD Pretzel Company Expands Recall After Testing Finds More Product with Undeclared Milk

Dakota Style Foods, Inc. is expanding the recall of the braided pretzels to include the following products because they may contain undeclared milk. The initial recall was issued on April 18, 2023.
The initial recall was initiated after a consumer complaint about the product containing undeclared milk.  The recall was expanded after further testing discovered additional products containing milk were distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/dakota-style-foods-inc-issues-expanded-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-pretzels
Dakota Style Foods, Inc. Issues Expanded Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Pretzels
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 21, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  April 22, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Snack Food Item
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared milk
Company Name:  Dakota Style Foods, Inc.
Brand Name:  Dakota Style, Best Choice and more
Product Description:  Pretzels

Expansion of Recall of Canned Shrimp Due to Potential Underprocessing

Kawasho Foods USA Inc. of New York, NY, is announcing an expansion of its February 26, 2023, voluntary recall of canned GEISHA Medium Shrimp 4oz. to now recall all lots of this product. Kawasho Foods is taking this step out of an abundance of caution due to a concern that there is a possibility that the product has been under processed, which could lead to the potential for spoilage organisms or pathogens.  Kawasho Foods made this decision after receiving additional information from the Food and Drug Administration.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/kawasho-foods-usa-inc-announces-expansion-voluntary-recall-geisha-medium-shrimp-4oz-due-possible
Kawasho Foods USA Inc. Announces Expansion of Voluntary Recall of GEISHA Medium Shrimp 4oz. Due to Possible Under Processing
Summary
Company Announcement Date: April 21, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  April 22, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Shellfish
Reason for Announcement:  Potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum
Company Name:  Kawasho Foods USA, Inc.
Brand Name:  GEISHA
Product Description:  GEISHA Medium Shrimp, 4 oz can

DE Company Recalls Soft Baked Snack Items for Undeclared Egg Allergen

Summit Naturals, a Delaware corporation, is recalling limited quantities of its 2-ounce packages of HighKey Mini Treats Birthday Cake and HighKey Mini Treats Banana Nut snacks because they may contain undeclared egg.  On April 12, 2023 the firm was notified by the Food and Drug Administration of a customer complaint related to this lot. The recalled “HighKey Mini Treats” were shipped between July 12, 2022 – November 22, 2022 to distribution centers located in California, Colorado, Florida, Kentucky, New Jersey, Oregon & Washington.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/summit-naturals-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-egg-highkey-mini-treats-banana-nut-and-highkey-mini
Summit Naturals Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg in Highkey Mini Treats Banana Nut and Highkey Mini Treats Birthday Cake

Summary

Company Announcement Date:  April 21, 2023

FDA Publish Date:  April 21, 2023

Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Bakery Product/Mix

Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared egg

Company Name:  Summit Naturals

Brand Name:  HighKey

Product Description:  Mini treats, Banana Nut Flavor & Birthday Cake Flavor

RTE Meat and Poultry Products Recalled For Not Having Safe-Handling Instructions Requiring Refrigeration

Alef Sausage Inc., a Mundelein, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 61,574 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) halal meat and poultry sausage products due to misbranding and possible temperature abuse - the products were not labeled with a handling statement indicating that they should be kept refrigerated, which could lead to temperature abuse of the products.  The problem was discovered when the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets notified FSIS that it had observed the meat salami product stored at non-refrigerated temperatures at a retail store in Brooklyn, New York. The product is not shelf stable but was not labeled with a handling statement indicating that it should be kept refrigerated. FSIS' investigation identified additional varieties of halal meat and poultry sausage products with the brand name "Sheikh" produced by Alef Sausage Inc. in commerce that did not bear a handling statement.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/alef-sausage-inc--recalls-ready-eat-meat-and-poultry-sausage-products-due
Alef Sausage Inc. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Meat and Poultry Sausage Products Due to Misbranding and Possible Temperature Abuse

WASHINGTON, April 21, 2023 - Alef Sausage Inc., a Mundelein, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 61,574 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) halal meat and poultry sausage products due to misbranding and possible temperature abuse, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products were not labeled with a handling statement indicating that they should be kept refrigerated, which could lead to temperature abuse of the products.

Packaging of Turkey Meatballs Instead of Sausage Results in Recall for Undeclared Soy

Abbyland Foods, an Abbotsford, Wis., establishment, is recalling approximately 11,800 pounds of frozen turkey meatballs that are labeled as turkey sausage patties due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen - the product contains soy, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.  The problem was discovered when the establishment notified FSIS that a food service customer notified them of a labeling issue after they opened a box of frozen turkey sausage patties and discovered turkey meatballs instead. The meatballs contain soy protein concentrate, while the sausage patties label does not declare soy as an ingredient.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/abbyland-foods-recalls-frozen-turkey-sausage-patties-products-due-misbranding-and
Abbyland Foods Recalls Frozen Turkey Sausage Patties Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergen

Beef Strip Product Recalls for Undeclared Soy in the Form of Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein

Bruno Beef Strips, a Monroe, Wis. establishment, is recalling approximately 7,452 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) snack stick beef strips due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen.  The problem was discovered when State of Wisconsin Department of Agriculture inspection personnel notified FSIS that they identified that the establishment utilized a spice mix, which contains hydrolyzed soy protein, in the formulation of snack stick beef strips. The final product labels on the packaging do not declare the soy ingredient, a known allergen.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/bruno-beef-strips-recalls-beef-strip-products-due-misbranding-and-undeclared
Bruno Beef Strips Recalls Beef Strip Products Due to Misbranding and an Undeclared Allergen

WASHINGTON, April 20, 2023 – Bruno Beef Strips, a Monroe, Wis. establishment, is recalling approximately 7,452 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) snack stick beef strips due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product contains hydrolyzed soy protein, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.

IL Establishment Recalls Ground Beef Products After Complaints of Foreign Material - White Neoprene

Weinstein Wholesale Meats, Inc., a Forest Park, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 2,122 pounds of raw ground beef burger products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically pieces of white neoprene.  The problem was discovered after the establishment received multiple consumer complaints reporting consumers found white "rubber-like" material in the ground beef patty products during preparation.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/weinstein-wholesale-meats-inc--recalls-raw-ground-beef-burger-products-due-possible
Weinstein Wholesale Meats, Inc. Recalls Raw Ground Beef Burger Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

WEINSTEIN WHOLESALE MEATS INC

WASHINGTON, April 20, 2023 - Weinstein Wholesale Meats, Inc., a Forest Park, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 2,122 pounds of raw ground beef burger products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically pieces of white neoprene, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

Imported Cumin Recalled After State Lab Testing Finds Salmonella

Lipari Foods, of Warren MI, has issued a voluntary recall of a specific lot of Lipari Branded Ground Cumin Tubs (6oz in clamshell-type container) manufactured by International Food due to potential presence of Salmonella contamination.   Product is imported from India.    The products were distributed to retail stores throughout Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin.

This was brought to our attention by The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD), after they were alerted that a sample of the Ground Cumin collected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services tested positive for Salmonella. The Lipari Branded Ground Cumin Tubs manufactured by International Food are being recalled as they are potentially adulterate with Salmonella.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/lipari-foods-recalls-ground-cumin-because-possible-health-risk
Lipari Foods Recalls Ground Cumin Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 20, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  April 20, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Spices, Flavors & Salts
Reason for Announcement:  Salmonella
Company Name:  Lipari Foods
Brand Name:  Lipari Foods
Product Description:  Ground cumin

Various Imported Snack Items Recalled After Label Design Misses Milk Present in Spice Blend

JABSONS FOODS PVT LTD is voluntarily recalling Tandoori Roasted Chana (Chick Peas), Tandoori Roasted Peanut, Tandoori KajuCashew Nuts , Tandoori Peanut Spread, Thai sweet Chilli Roasted Peanut because they contains undeclared Milk. Product was sold at retail stores in New Jersey, New York, Florida, Texas, Virginia, Los Angeles, Oakland, Chicago as well as our online JABSON store at Amazon.com

Subsequent Firm investigation indicates the problem was caused by an oversight in identifying the milk allergen during receiving the seasoning mix.

Product is imported from India where it is manufactured by Bhrigu Foods LLC.  The importers of this product would have been required to have a FSVP in place for this product.  As part of the hazard analysis, allergens will need to be identified as a hazard.  The identification of this could be missed on a less-than-thorough analysis.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/jabsons-foods-pvt-ltd-voluntarily-recalling-five-products-having-tandoori-flavour-due-undeclared
Jabsons Foods PVT LTD is Voluntarily Recalling Five Products Having Tandoori Flavour Due to Undeclared Milk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 19, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  April 19, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Gravy/Sauces
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared milk
Company Name:  JABSONS FOODS PVT LTD
Brand Name:  Jabsons
Product Description:  Chick peas, Peanuts, Peanut Spread, Cashew Nuts

CA Company Recalls Curry Spice After State Lab Finds Undeclared Peanut

Trong Foods International of Santa Ana, CA, is recalling certain of its 4 ounce bottles, 16 ounce bottles, and 4 ounce bags of “Madras Curry Powder” (CA RI NI AN DO “KIM TU THAP”) because they may contain undeclared peanuts.  The recalled “Madras Curry Powder” was distributed within New York State in retail stores and through mail orders and possibly in Maryland, New Jersey, and California. 

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the peanut-containing product was distributed in packages that did not reveal the presence of peanuts.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/trong-foods-international-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-peanuts-madras-curry-powder
Trong Foods International Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in “Madras Curry Powder”
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 19, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  April 19, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Spices, Flavors & Salts
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared peanuts
Company Name:  Trong Foods International
Brand Name:  Trong Foods International
Product Description:  Madras Curry Powder (CA RI NI AN DO “KIM TU THAP”)

SD Company Recalls Pretzels for Undeclared Milk

Dakota Style Foods, Inc., of Clark SD, is recalling Hy-Vee Brand Honey Mustard Braided Pretzels, Hy-Vee Brand Dill Pickle Braided Pretzels, and Hy-Vee Brand Salt and Vinegar Braided Pretzels, because it may contain undeclared milk.  The recall was initiated after it was discovered through a consumer complaint that product containing milk was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/dakota-style-foods-inc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-pretzels
Dakota Style Foods, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Pretzels
Summary
Company Announcement Date: April 18, 2023
FDA Publish Date: April 18, 2023
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared Milk
Company Name: Dakota Style Foods, Inc.
Brand Name: Hy-Vee
Product Description: Pretzels

NC Processor Recalls Blue Crab Dip, Cocktail Sauce, Cole Slaw and Crabcake Due to Undeclared Allergen

Washington Crab, a NC processor, is recalling Blue Crab Dip 8 oz, Cocktail Sauce 8 oz, Cole Slaw 8 oz and 16 oz & Crabcake 2, 6 & 12 Count Packages Due to undeclared allergens.  Products were distributed between Oct 13, 2022 to April 13, 2023. The Blue Crab Dip, Cocktail Sauce and Cole Slaw were packaged in clear plastic cups and Crabcakes on plastic trays and sold primarily to distributors, restaurants and company retail outlet located in the states of North Carolina & South Carolina.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/washington-crab-recalls-blue-crab-dip-8-oz-cocktail-sauce-8-oz-cole-slaw-8-oz-and-16-oz-crabcake-2-6
Washington Crab Recalls Blue Crab Dip 8 oz, Cocktail Sauce 8 oz, Cole Slaw 8 oz and 16 oz & Crabcake 2, 6 & 12 Count Packages Due to Undeclared Milk, Egg, Wheat, Fish & Soy Allergens
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 17, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  April 18, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Seafood/Seafood Product
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared egg, fish, milk, soy and wheat
Company Name:  Washington Crab & Seafood Company
Brand Name:  Washington Crab & Seafood Company
Product Description:  Crab dip, cocktail sauce, coleslaw, crabcake

DE Company Expands Recall of Chocolate Crispy Bars for Undeclared Cashew

Wellness Natural USA Inc. of Wilmington, DE is expanding their recall (published Apr 3, 2023) of its SimplyProtein® Peanut Butter Chocolate Crispy Bar, which is sold in a 15-count variety pack that contains two other flavors, because it may contain undeclared cashews. The initial recall which included a single lot has been expanded to include all lots within expiration, the Best Before dates are indicated below.  The recall was voluntarily initiated due to a consumer complaint, which is the only reported reaction to date. It was determined the product may potentially contain undeclared cashew. The expansion comes following a decision by Wellness Natural USA Inc. to exercise an abundance of caution while the root cause of the contamination continues to be investigated.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/wellness-natural-usa-inc-expands-allergy-alert-undeclared-cashews-simplyproteinr-peanut-butter
Wellness Natural USA Inc. Expands Allergy Alert on Undeclared Cashews in SimplyProtein® Peanut Butter Chocolate Crispy Bars
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 11, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  April 12, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared tree nuts (cashew)
Company Name:  Wellness Natural USA Inc.
Brand Name: SimplyProtein
Product Description:  Peanut Butter Chocolate Crispy Bar

Imported Udon Noodles Recalled Due to Undeclared Fish Allergen

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA is recalling 19.04 oz packages of Shirakiku brand Ajhei Sanuki Udon Noodle for undeclared allergen of fish, specifically skipjack tuna.  The recall was initiated after we found out that the product contains undeclared allergen (skipjack tuna: fish). Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a human error during the label design making process.  The product was imported from Japan.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/wismettac-asian-foods-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-fish-skipjack-tuna-udon-noodle
Wismettac Asian Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Fish (Skipjack Tuna) in Udon Noodle
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 12, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  April 12, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared fish
Company Name:  Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.
Brand Name:  Shirakiku
Product Description:  Ajhei Sanuki Udon Noodle

Update on Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Frozen Organic Strawberries - Additional Companies Issue Recalls

CDC and FDA updated the information on a the Hepatitis A outbreak associated with frozen organic strawberries from a supplier in Baja California, Mexico.  To date, there have been 7 reported cases from 2 states with 2 of those cases resulting in hospitalizations.

Product recalls began for one company, California Splendor, on March 16, 2023.  "In response to this investigation, Scenic Fruit Company of Gresham, Oregon voluntarily recalled frozen organic strawberries, sold to Costco, Trader Joe’s, Aldi, KeHE, Vital Choice Seafood, and PCC Community Markets in certain states."

https://www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/outbreaks/2023/hav-contaminated-food/index.htm
Multistate Outbreak of Hepatitis A Virus Infections Linked to Frozen Organic Strawberries
At a Glance
Reported cases: 7
States: 2
Hospitalizations: 2
Deaths: 0

Outbreak Information
As of April 7, 2023, there are:

• 7 outbreak-associated cases of hepatitis A reported from 2 states (California and Washington).
• Illnesses started on dates ranging from November 24, 2022, to March 26, 2023.
• 2 people have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported.
• Epidemiologic and traceback evidence indicate that frozen organic strawberries are the likely source of this outbreak.

FSIS Issues Health Alert for Salad Items After Supplier Recalls Lettuce for Listeria

USDA-FSIS is issuing a public health alert for ready-to-eat (RTE) fresh salad products with chicken and ham that contain Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulated lettuce that has been recalled for possible Listeria monocytogenes (Lm) contamination.  The problem was discovered when the firm notified FSIS that they used FDA-recalled lettuce to produce the fresh salad with chicken and ham products.  Recalled items, produced by Russ's Commissary of Holland MI,  were shipped to retail locations in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Tennessee, and Wisconsin.

While not directly stated, the lettuce was likely produced by Revolution Farms, an indoor farm in MI, that just had issued a recall.


https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/fsis-issues-public-health-alert-fresh-salads-chicken-and-ham-containing-lettuce
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Fresh Salads With Chicken and Ham Containing Lettuce Recalled by FDA for Possible Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination
RUSS' COMMISSARY
FSIS Announcement

WASHINGTON, April 7, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for ready-to-eat (RTE) fresh salad products with chicken and ham that contain Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulated lettuce that has been recalled for possible Listeria monocytogenes (Lm) contamination.

Salad Produced in GA Facility Recalled After Testing of Product Finds Listeria

Fresh Express Incorporated is recalling a limited quantity of three varieties of already-expired branded and private label salad kit products produced at the company’s Morrow, Georgia facility out of an abundance of caution due to a possible health risk from Listeria monocytogenes.  The recall was initiated when it was learned a random sample test of a single salad kit with a Use-By Date of March 31, 2023 collected by the Georgia Department of Agriculture yielded a positive result for the Listeria pathogen.

Product was distributed through retailers in the states of Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/fresh-express-incorporated-announces-precautionary-recall-expired-fresh-salad-kits-due-potential
Fresh Express Incorporated Announces Precautionary Recall of Expired Fresh Salad Kits Due to Potential Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 07, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  April 07, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Listeria monocytogenes
Company Name:  Fresh Express Incorporated
Brand Name:  Fresh Express & Publix
Product Description:  Salad Kits

MI Indoor Farm Recalls Products Due to Potential Listeria Contamination

Recall Expanded (FDA April 7, 2023) to include additional products.

Revolution Farms of Caledonia, Michigan is voluntarily recalling the listed products packed between 3/3/23 and 3/11/23, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.  The recall was initiated when the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) received a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes in a random sample test of a single package of Revolution Farms Green Sweet Crisp – 5oz Retail with Best By date of April 2, 2023.  To date, there have been no illnesses.

The recalled products were sold to the following retailers and food service distributors in the states of MI, OH, IN, IL, KY, and WI

Revolution Farms is indoor farm, falling in the realm of CEA, or Controlled Environment Agriculture.

"The term controlled environment agriculture (CEA) encompasses a variety of systems that take a technology-based approach to farming. CEA can range from simple shade structures and hoop houses through greenhouses to full indoor or vertical farms. The most advanced systems are fully automated, closed loop systems with controlled lighting, water and ventilation. CEA also encompasses common practices such as plastic film over field-grown crops, nets or shade structures and aquaponics systems that integrate fish or aquaculture with plant production."

"CEA systems are designed to provide optimal growing conditions for crops and prevent disease and pest damage. In indoor systems with artificial lighting, crops may be grown hydroponically, in which roots are bathed in nutrient-dense water, or aeroponically where roots are regularly misted with water and nutrients". (Source UC Davis)

Closed farming systems may pose more Listeria risk than conventional farms.  These environments are not much different than a wet processing facility.  As an example, in 2021, Old Soul's Farms had a Listeria-related recall that linked to Listeria build-up in the rainwater-capture holding tanks.  

Other facilities have had issues with different pathogens including Salmonella and pathogenic E.coli.  Because of these issues, CEAs must address pathogen hazards through risk assessment and enacting preventive controls where needed and verifying GMP type controls, especially if these facilities contain a transition to 'processing' within the scope of their operations.

Interesting note that today, an article appeared in Food Safety Magazine (Apr-May, 2023), "Is CEA a Safer Way to Grow and Process RTE Vegetables? "  The article is not overly insightful in terms of providing a broad perspective of risk, but it does provide these quotes by the author that are interesting... 

• "Unfortunately, my experience with CEA practitioners is not encouraging with regard to risk mitigation efforts. In my view, CEA growers assume that because they do not have dirt and are enclosed, they are safe. This attitude seems similar to the prevailing attitudes in 2006."
• "Most, if not all, traditional RTE operations are cold, wet environments. Listeria monocytogenes is of particular concern. Salmonella is generally of greater concern in drier operations. Given that CEA operations can have both wet and dry areas, it is reasonable to consider the development of tailored environmental monitoring programs that address both hazards."
• "Control of the wash system in a traditional RTE processing facility is an important focus of the food safety program. Washing value-added product has reduced illnesses. CEA, however, has largely bypassed the washing step. Some CEA operations are grappling with the decision to wash or not wash. A handful of operations are washing as a point of differentiation. Since 2006, the science and technology behind washing RTE product have advanced tremendously. Each CEA operation must consider how the safety of its system compares to the current standards of the RTE industry as a whole to support its claims of safety."
• "CEA farming presents some unique food safety challenges that traditional operations do not face. The recycling of nutrition solutions as part of irrigation has the potential to contaminate an entire production facility. Given the tendency toward continuous production, there are no discrete lots or clean breaks when a problem occurs."
• "Food safety needs to be designed into operations. The current designs of CEA operations are tailored for optimum operational performance. These designs will evolve in the same way that traditional process plants evolved. Traditional operations are no longer packing sheds. This evolution has taken time. However, given the achieved safety in traditional operations, CEA operations will need to evolve faster and make fewer mistakes."

And finally this regarding the ability to do a good risk assessment:

• "Unfortunately, the ability to execute a complete risk assessment is still evolving. The standards for risk assessments in the traditional RTE sector are soft. Third-party audits are very prescriptive and often focus on minor details without addressing the fundamentals that must be improved to advance food safety. Given the developmental stage of CEA, it will be difficult to execute a complete risk assessment of CEA operations at present. I expect someone will attempt a risk assessment of a farm in an RTE plant in the near future. It will probably be denounced and attacked; however, it will provide a starting point for a much-needed effort."

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/revolution-farms-announces-voluntary-recall-lettuce-because-possible-health-risk
Revolution Farms Announces the Voluntary Recall of Lettuce Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 05, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  April 05, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Listeria monocytogenes
Company Name:  Revolution Farms
Brand Name:  Multiple brand names
Product Description:  Lettuce & Salad Kits

Popped Water Lilly Seeds Recalled for Undeclared Milk

Karma Spices and Trading Company, LLC of Walled Lake, Michigan is recalling White Cheddar Cheese Popped Water Lily Seeds, because it may contain undeclared Milk.  The recalled White Cheddar Cheese Popped Water Lily Seeds were sold at retail stores in Michigan stores and online at www.karmawellnesskitchen.com.  The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing Milk was distributed in packaging that did not list “Contains:Milk” as a common allergen.

Yes, the cheddar cheese is a milk product.

So what is a popped water lily seed?  It is a snack derived from the seeds of the white lily plant, a native to Eastern Asia.  Seeds are collected and then roasted over high heat.  The high heat makes them 'pop'.  Some call these a super food in that it is high in protein and minerals such as magnesium and potassium.  

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/karma-spices-and-trading-company-llc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-white-cheddar-cheese
Karma Spices and Trading Company, LLC Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in White Cheddar Cheese Popped Water Lily Seeds
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 05, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  April 05, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared milk
Company Name:  Karma Spices and Trading Company, LLC
Brand Name:  Karma
Product Description:  White Cheddar Cheese Popped Water Lily Seeds

MI Cheese Producer Issued Warning Letter for Food Safety Plan Misses That Led to 2022 Listeria Outbreak

FDA issued a Warning Letter to Old Europe Cheese, a Michigan cheese producer.  The inspection was prompted by a 2022 Listeria outbreak linked to their cheese where six (6) ill people from six (6) states were infected with the outbreak strain of L. monocytogenes.

Here is a summary of that report highlighting the big misses that occurred within the Company's Preventive Control Program.  This is an excellent example why a proper Food Safety Plan is needed.

• Presence of Outbreak Strain of Listeria "FDA collected samples (environmental swabs) of the production environment and confirmed that (1) swab collected from a hole in the (b)(4) floor was positive for L. monocytogenes.  WGS analysis was conducted of the above referenced L. monocytogenes isolate and it was determined that the environmental isolate matched the six (6) clinical isolates that were part of an illness outbreak cluster.
• Presence of Listeria Indicator Organisms - In addition to L. monocytogenes, the presence of Listeria innocua (L. innocua) was also found in your facility during the FDA environmental swabbing that occurred on September 13 and 14, 2022. L. innocua was detected in two (2) environmental swabs taken from the floor in the (b)(4) Room and a floor drain between the (b)(4) Room and (b)(4) Hallway where the cheese products are RTE (post-pasteurization) and exposed to the environment. The presence of non-pathogenic Listeria species suggests that conditions are suitable for survival and/or growth of L. monocytogenes which, as noted above, has been found in your facility.
• Hazard Analysis Does Not Consider Environmental Contamination by Pathogens a Significant Hazard - "The "hazard analysis for soft and semi-soft cheese products determined that “Post-Pasteurization Contamination” did not require a preventive control because it was “Unlikely to occur as purity plating of production samples is performed and plant performance history indicates good process control.” In addition, your hazard analysis determined that “Environmental Contamination (Listeria)” did not require a preventive control because an “Environmental program is in place to test for listeria spp. Finished product testing is also performed with positive release program.” However, RTE soft and semi-soft cheese products manufactured in your facility were exposed to the environment at various post-pasteurization processing steps (e.g., (b)(4))"
• Hazard Analysis Does Not Consider Finished Product Cooler Temperature as a Process Preventive Control - "Hazard analysis did not require a preventive control at the “Cooler Storage” step because a “Program for Cooler Temperature [sic] Control is in place. Plant does not have a history of problematic room temperatures.” However, if not properly time/temperature-controlled, the RTE soft and semi-soft cheese products stored in your facility are likely to support the growth and toxin formation of bacterial pathogens (such as ingredient-related pathogens either surviving pasteurization or added post-pasteurization, or environmental pathogens introduced in your facility). "
• Deviation to Cooler Temperature - "Through record review during the inspection, we detected two (2) dates where temperatures were recorded as 51.2°F, 52°F and 53.1°F with no record of a corrective action documented. Soft cheeses can support the growth of pathogens, including L. monocytogenes, when not stored at proper refrigeration temperatures."
• The Hazard Analysis Does Not Properly Address Post-Process Ingredient Additions with Supply Chain Preventive Controls  - The "hazard analysis for soft and semi-soft cheese products determined that bacterial pathogens in many ingredients added after pasteurization (e.g., peppercorns, 1/8” flaked tomato, chives, basil, garlic salt, and parsley) did not require a preventive control because “Product is tested for Salmonella – COA Received per lot.” These ingredients did not undergo a kill step in your facility. A knowledgeable person manufacturing/processing food in your circumstances would identify bacterial pathogens as a hazard requiring a preventive control (i.e., supply-chain program)."
• Sanitation Procedures Not Fully Implemented - with respect to the production of soft cheeses when they are RTE (post-pasteurization). For example:
• The "sanitation procedures, as described in the document titled, “GMP Manual,” instructed employees to wash their hands “following practices that may compromise hand cleanliness.” However, on September 13, 2022, our investigators observed two (2) different employees’ hands come into contact with unclean surfaces (e.g., a hose that had been in contact with the floor); these employees (b)(4) their hands into a (b)(4) and returned directly to handling RTE brie cheese without washing their hands."
• The "Master Sanitation Schedule directed employees to clean-in-place (CIP) the brie vats with both (b)(4) solution according to the production schedule. However, our investigators observed during the CIP on September 15, 2022, that the vat was only filled to approximately (b)(4) of its volume, which resulted in the food-contact surfaces inside not being fully submerged, as would be needed to facilitate effective cleaning. One of your employees also indicated that (b)(4) solution is not always used in the vats during the week, contrary to the instructions in the Master Sanitation Schedule."
• Not Following the Environmental Monitoring Program - "Environmental Swabbing program required collection of a minimum of (b)(4) samples from designated zone 2-4 locations every (b)(4). However, you collected ten (10) swabs on or around May 25, 2022, and then you stated that you did not collect any more swabs until the week of this inspection, on or around September 14, 2022."
• Improper Cleaning - "did not conduct cleaning and sanitizing of utensils and equipment in a manner that protects against contamination of food, food-contact surfaces, or food-packaging materials, as required by 21 CFR 117.35(a). Specifically, on September 13, 2022 employees were observed spraying the outside of brie vats and the floor around the vats with a hose in such a manner that spray from the hose was observed contacting the floor and subsequently contacting the adjacent cheese molding machine."
• Condensation Issues - "Condensation was observed throughout the facility including on areas above cheese molding equipment and RTE brie cheese. For example, condensation and dark reddish-brown stains were observed on the ceiling directly over at least ten racks of stacked food-contact cheese molds stored in the Clean Room. Clear condensation was also observed on pipes and the ceiling within two feet of exposed RTE brie cheese in (b)(4) Room (b)(4). Condensation was also visible on the walls and windows near the ceiling of the (b)(4) Room where food-contact cheese molds were observed sitting on racks exposed to the environment in this room for approximately three hours before being moved to the (b)(4) Room."

https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/old-europe-cheese-inc-644539-03172023
WARNING LETTER

Eyedrops Recalled Due to Contamination Leading to Severe Eye Infections, 483 Report Details QC Horrors At Foreign Manufacturer

Global Pharma Healthcare recalled all lots of their Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drops, distributed by /EzriCare, LLC- and Delsam Pharma, due to possible contamination.  This product was identified by CDC as the source of "Pseudomonas aeruginosa (VIM-GES-CRPA) infections possibly associated with the use of the artificial tears manufactured by Global Pharma Healthcare. To date, there are 55 reports of adverse events including eye infections, permanent loss of vision, and a death with a bloodstream infection."

The 483 Report (obtained from www.marlerblog.com) details an extremely bad operation.  

(https://www.marlerblog.com/files/2023/04/Global-Pharma-Healthcare-Ltd.-Tamilnadu-India-3.2.23-483.pdf)

This is an imported product.  We often wonder why some items are less expensive than branded products that are produced in the US.  Products produced in the US have to meet established sanitary standards.   

Observations from the report include:

Obs 1A.  Lack of validation support for demonstrating the equipment can be reliably sterilized.  And with that, the procedures were not followed for the required sterility filters.

Obs 1B. Improper filter testing

Obs 1C. Did not perform container closure integrity test adequately.

Obs 1D. Formulation not followed, specifically with inadequate preservatives.

Obs 1E Aseptic process lacked sterility assurance

Obs 1F. Airflow patterns insufficient (to demonstrate air control in aseptic environment)

Obs 1G Floors, walls, and ceilings were not appropriate for aseptic processing - cracks, holes, etc

Obs 1H Employees not qualified, did not follow appropriate procedures for aseptic environment.

Obs 2 - Test methods not established for accuracy, sensitivity, and reproducibility.
Obs 3 - Equipment does not have appropriate deisgn for how it is being used.

Obs 4 - Aseptic processing areas are deficient regarding the system for cleaning and disinfecting the room to produce aseptic products.  Including (C) surfaces that contact the container closures is not cleaned.

Obs 5 - Failed to conduct test to verify identity of each component of the eye products.

Obs 6 - Failed to establish written procedures for cleaning and maintaining the equipment.

Obs 7 - Defient environmental monitoring.

Obs 8 - Laboratory controls  do not have specifications for conformance - what is acceptable.

Obs 9 - REcord reviews not completed and approved by QC 

Obs 10 - Stability samples not stored according to written procedures

Obs 11 - QC does not have responsibility and authority to approve, reject.

Yikes.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/global-pharma-healthcare-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-artificial-tears-lubricant-eye-drops-due
Global Pharma Healthcare Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drops Due to Possible Contamination
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  February 02, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  February 02, 2023
Product Type:  Drugs
Reason for Announcement:  Potential microbial contamination
Company Name:  Global Pharma Healthcare
Brand Name:  EzriCare & Delsam Pharma
Product Description:  Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drops

CDC - Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Flour - Investigation Notice 3-30-23

CDC and State partners are investigating a Salmonella outbreak that has been linked to raw flour. As of March 30, 2023, 12 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella have been reported from 11 states (see map). Illnesses started on dates ranging from December 6, 2022, to February 13, 2023 (see timeline).

While an exact source is yet to be identified, it is important to follow proper practices when handling raw flour.

• Do not eat raw dough or batter.
• Clean surfaces and utensils that have residual raw flour with warm water or soap.
• Wash hands after handling raw flour, dough, or batter.
• Handle raw flour in a way that prevents it from cross contaminating surfaces that will not be cleaned immediately.
• Store raw flour properly, preventing it from getting over other surfaces or food.

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Flour

https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/infantis-03-23/index.html
Fast Facts
Illnesses: 12
Hospitalizations: 3
Deaths: 0
States: 11
Recall: No
Investigation status: Active

FDA Issues Warning Letter to CA Seafood Processor for Salmonella Contamination

FDA issued a Warning Letter to a CA seafood processing operation after an inspection was initiated as part of a multistate foodborne outbreak investigation of Salmonella Litchfield (S. Litchfield) infections linked to seafood, including fresh, raw salmon, supplied by the facility.  "According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 39 people from 4 states were infected with the outbreak strain of S. Litchfield. "

"FDA laboratory analyses found the presence of the outbreak strain of S. Litchfield and two additional Salmonella strains, Salmonella Mbandaka (S. Mbandaka) and Salmonella Oranienburg (S. Oranienburg), which are human pathogens, in [the] facility. On October 20, 2022, [the] firm recalled various types of fresh fish processed at [the] facility and distributed between June 14, 2022 and October 17, 2022, because they had the potential of being contaminated with Salmonella. FDA and CDC have determined, based upon the epidemiologic, traceback evidence, and whole genome sequencing (WGS) matches between clinical and FDA environmental samples, that fresh salmon processed at [the]  facility was the likely source of this multistate S. Litchfield outbreak"

Salmonella was found throughout the facility, which indicates poor sanitation among other poor practices.  Even though this is raw fish, Salmonella should not be present.

"Salmonella species are not endemic to seafood; therefore, FDA expects zero or non-detectable levels of Salmonella in seafood regardless of whether it is intended to be cooked before consumption or it is ready-to-eat (RTE). Salmonella in seafood is the result of human or animal fecal contamination of the harvest waters and/or fecal contamination during post-harvest handling and processing. The contamination can also be exacerbated by temperature abuse. Raw RTE seafood must have appropriate controls from harvest to consumption."

https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/mariscos-bahia-inc-646401-02072023
WARNING LETTER

Mariscos Bahia, Inc.
MARCS-CMS 646401 — FEBRUARY 07, 2023

FDA Issues Warning Letter to Salad Dressing Bottler After Recall for Mislabeling

FDA issues a Warning Letter to Vanlaw Food Products after their Whole Foods 365 Organic Creamy Caesar Dressing sold in 10 fl. oz. clear glass bottles was mislabeled with the finished product back label having Classic Ranch Dressing and Dip and thus not declaring major food allergens, wheat and soy.
The company had similar recalls.  

• One being on September 19, 2022, where the expanded this recall after being notified by the customer of another lot of 365 Organic Creamy Caesar mislabeled with 365 Organic Classic Ranch Dressing and Dip back panel ingredient labels that do not declare wheat and soy. 
• On April 4, 2022, 365 Organic Creamy Caesar Dressing was recalled because of an incorrect back panel for Whole Foods Market Organic Blue Cheese applied to the product, which did not declare the allergens of wheat and soy

This is a pretty easy problem to fix if utilizing a properly designed Allergen Preventive Control for label application.

https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/vanlaw-food-products-inc-641010-01052023

Vanlaw Food Products, Inc
MARCS-CMS 641010 — JANUARY 05, 2023
Recipient:
Mr. Pablo Gallo Llorente
President
Vanlaw Food Products, Inc
1851 North Delilah St.
Corona, CA 93879
United States

CR - 10 Risky Recalled Foods

Consumer Reports lists the 10 Foods Linked to Serious Recalls and Outbreaks and provides an explanation why each ended up there. They also provide some practical handling procedures

1. Leafy Greens
2. Cheeses and Deli Meat
3. Ground Meat 
4. Onions
5. Turkey
6. Chicken
7. Papayas
8. Peaches
9. Cantaloupe
10. Flour

While we can argue about what should be in the Top Ten, the information provided in this report is okay. 

The danger of any list like this is that people will avoid products because it is on 'the list'.   Onions for example...one should not avoid using onions, but follow practical handling procedures.  On the avoidance of pre-cut fruit...certainly if you are extremely risk averse, you would want to avoid pre-but fruit, otherwise, the overall risk is small when purchasing from a reputable producer.

A much better write-up than done in the past by this organization.

10 Risky Recalled Foods You Should Know About - Consumer Reports

Chocolate Bars From Costco Recalled Due to Undeclared Tree Nuts - Cashews

Wellness Natural USA Inc. of Wilmington, DE is voluntarily recalling a single lot of its SimplyProtein® Peanut Butter Chocolate Crispy Bar in the United States, which is sold in a 15-count variety pack that contains two other flavors, because it may contain an undeclared trace of tree nuts (cashews).   The recalled products were distributed in the United States in limited Costco stores in Arkansas, California, Washington DC, Kansas, Maryland, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas and Virginia.  The recall was voluntarily initiated due to a consumer complaint, which is the only reported reaction to date, and a determination that the lot may have the potential to contain trace levels of undeclared cashew. The cause of the contamination is being investigated.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/wellness-natural-usa-inc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-cashews-simplyproteinr-peanut-butter
Wellness Natural USA Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Cashews in SimplyProtein® Peanut Butter Chocolate Crispy Bars
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  March 31, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  April 03, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared tree nuts (cashew)
Company Name:  Wellness Natural USA Inc.
Brand Name:  SimplyProtein
Product Description:  Peanut Butter Chocolate Crispy Bar

FL Company Recalls Smoked Salmon After State Testing Finds Listeria

Seven Seas International USA, LLC of St. Petersburg, Florida is voluntarily recalling 295 cases of Biltmore Smoked Sockeye Salmon with production lot R4058 because Listeria monocytogenes may be present in some product. The issue was discovered through routine regulatory testing conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.  This product was distributed through Publix Supermarket.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/seven-seas-international-usa-llc-voluntarily-recalling-biltmore-smoked-sockeye-salmon-because
Seven Seas International USA, LLC is Voluntarily Recalling Biltmore Smoked Sockeye Salmon Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  March 14, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  March 31, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Fish
Reason for Announcement:  Potential Foodborne Illness/Listeria
Company Name:  Seven Seas International USA, LLC.
Brand Name:  Biltmore
Product Description:  Biltmore Smoked Wild Sockeye Salmon
Company Announcement  Date: March 14, 2023

Illinois Food Company Recalls Hamburger Skillet Meal After Mispacking Results in Undeclared Milk

Gilster Mary Lee, an  Illinois food company, is recalling one lot of HyVee Hamburger Chili Macaroni Skillet Meal, UPC 75450-08552 at the consumer level because it may contain undeclared milk.  Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Gilster-Mary Lee Corp. became aware of the mispackaging after receiving an email from a customer. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this product.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/gilster-mary-lee-corp-issues-recall-undeclared-milk-allergen-hyvee-hamburger-chili-macaroni-skillet
Gilster-Mary Lee Corp. Issues a Recall for Undeclared Milk Allergen in HyVee Hamburger Chili Macaroni Skillet Meal
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  March 28, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  March 29, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Milk Allergen
Company Name:  Gilster-Mary Lee Corp.
Brand Name:  HyVee
Product Description:  Hamburger Chili Macaroni Skillet Meal

CA Distributor Recalls Sauces Due to Undeclared Soy

A California food distributor is recalling imported Worcester Sauce and Chuno Sauce due to undeclared soy on the label. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing Soy was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of Soy allergen

It seems that the Fermented Seasoning would be the source of the soy.





https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/north-american-food-distributing-company-inc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-soy-169-fl-oz-kagome
North American Food Distributing Company, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Soy in 16.9 Fl Oz of Kagome Worcester Sauce and 16.9 Fl Oz of Kagome Chuno Sauce
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  March 28, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  March 29, 2023
Product Type: Food & Beverages  Gravy/Sauces
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Soy
Company Name:  North American Food Distributing Company, Inc.
Brand Name:  Kagome
Product Description:  Worcester Sauce; Chuno Sauce

FL Company Recalls Dark Chocolate Bites for Undeclared Milk

Salento Organics of West Palm Beach, Florida is recalling its 4 ounce packages of Dark Chocolate Pitaya Bites, Dark Chocolate Goldenberry Bites, Dark Chocolate Mango Bites, Dark Chocolate Banana Bites, Dark Chocolate Pineapple Bites and Dark Chocolate Peanut Bites because they may contain undeclared milk.  The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the milk-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk.  Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company's production and packaging processes.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/salento-organics-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-dark-chocolate-fruit-and-peanut-bites
Salento Organics Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Dark Chocolate Fruit and Peanut Bites
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  March 29, 2023
FDA Publish Date:  March 29, 2023
Product Type:  Food & Beverages   Snack Food Item
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Milk
Company Name:  Salento Organics
Brand Name:  Salento Organics
Product Description:  Various Dark Chocolate Fruit and Peanut Bites

Seafood Related Toxins and Scombrotoxin - US Cases

FDA released its updated table on Seafood-Related Toxin and Scombrotoxin Fish Poisoning Illnesses. The table shows "natural toxin illness and outbreak incidents that are no longer active. These incidents have been reported to and managed by the FDA."

What a great opportunity to review these toxins and introduce a new one (at least for me) Haff disease.

Ciguatera Fish Poisoning (CFP)

• Commonly related to the consumption of subtropical and tropical reef fish which can accumulate naturally occurring ciguatoxins through their diet  Fish can include - barracuda; grouper; snapper; jacks and trevally; wrasse; mackerel; tang; moray eels; and parrotfish
• The onset of symptoms typically occurs within 6 hours after consuming toxic fish and may persist from several days to weeks. In severe cases, some neurological symptoms may persist for months and can recur for years.
• The neurological symptoms are what sets this apart as foodborne illness - Numbness and tingling of the lips and extremities; Itching of the hands and feet; Joint pain; Muscle pain; Muscle weakness; 
• Reversal and sensitivity to temperature; Dizziness; and Vertigo;

Scombrotoxin Fish Poisoning (SFP)

• Caused by histamine formation as a result of time and temperature abuse such as improper storage/refrigeration of certain types of fish can cause consumer illness. 
• Primarily associated with the consumption of tuna, mahi-mahi, marlin, and bluefish, among other species when those species have been temperature abused somewhere in the supply chain (from the point of catch to the point of cooking.
• Symptoms usually occur within a few minutes to a few hours of consumption and last from 12 hours to a few days. Symptoms of SFP include: Tingling or burning in or around the mouth or throat; Rash or hives on the upper body; Drop in blood pressure; Headache; Dizziness; Itching of the skin; Nausea; Vomiting; Diarrhea; Asthmatic-like constriction of the air passage; Heart palpitations; and Respiratory distress  (basically a allergic-type response)

Puffer Fish Poisoning (PFP)

• Caused by naturally occurring tetrodotoxin is associated with the consumption of puffer fish from waters of the Indo-Pacific Ocean Regions, Gulf of Mexico, Gulf of California, and specific areas on the Atlantic coast of Florida
• Symptoms usually develop within 3 hours after consumption of contaminated fish and may last from 24 – 48 hours. Death commonly occurs due to muscle paralysis resulting in respiratory failure when ventilatory support is not accessible.

Seafood-associated Rhabdomyolysis or Haff disease  (HAFF)

• Linked to the consumption of buffalo fish in the United States although other fish species such as burbot, crayfish, eel, pike and salmon have been associated with the disease worldwide.  Buffalo fish are these carp like fish that can be easily confused with carp.
• Results in the breakdown of skeletal muscle (rhabdomyolysis), with a risk of acute kidney failure that develops within 24 hours after consuming certain fish. Initial symptoms include muscle tenderness and weakness, sometimes with tea-colored urine.
• It is suspected that it is  caused by a bioaccumulation of a new, heat-stable freshwater and/or brackish/saltwater algal toxin, similar to palytoxin but primarily myotoxic and not neurotoxic.

Table continues - How to Report Seafood-Related Toxin and Scombrotoxin Fish Poisoning Illnesses | FDA