Missouri Cheese Manufacturer Recalls Cheese Due to Listeria

Paris Brothers, Inc., of Kansas City, Missouri is recalling several specific cheese products listed below because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.  This recall is the result of routine sampling by the FDA, which revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The cheeses were produced on May 4, 5, and 6, 2022 are the only products in the recall.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/paris-brothers-inc-voluntary-limited-recall
Paris Brothers Inc. Voluntary Limited Recall
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  June 01, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  June 01, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Cheese/Cheese Product
Reason for Announcement:  Potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes
 Company Name:  Paris Brothers, Inc.
Brand Name:  Paris Brothers, Cottonwood River, D’amir, more
Product Description:  Cheese products

Salad Kit Recalled After Consumer Finds Wrong Salad Dressing

Taylor Farms Retail of Guadalupe, California is voluntarily recalling a single production day of Trader Joe’s Lemony Arugula Basil Salad Kit due to the potential of undeclared wheat and eggs contained in the kit. The product may contain wheat and eggs that are not declared on the label.  The issue was identified when a consumer reported an incorrect dressing packet within the kit.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/california-firm-issues-voluntary-product-recall-due-undeclared-wheat-and-egg-trader-joes-lemony
California Firm Issues Voluntary Product Recall Due to Undeclared Wheat and Egg in Trader Joe’s Lemony Arugula Basil Salad Kit
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 27, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  May 28, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared wheat and eggs
Company Name:  Taylor Farms Retail
Brand Name:   Trader Joe’s
Product Description:  Lemony Arugula Basil Salad Kit

FDA Issues Health Alert Regarding Hepatitis A Linked to Fresh Strawberries

FDA is investigating an outbreak of Hepatitis A virus that has been linked to strawberries that was sold at various retail store chains.  The product has already exceeded its shelf-life, so there are not likely to be any fresh product, but the concern would be if someone froze the strawberries.

To this point, there have been 17 cases with 12 hospitalizations. Illness onset dates range from March 28 – April 30, 2022.

The product was sold as FreshKampo or HEB brand organic strawberries purchased between March 5, 2022, and April 25, 2022. 

https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-hepatitis-virus-strawberries-may-2022
Outbreak Investigation of Hepatitis A Virus: Strawberries (May 2022)

Case Counts
Total U.S. Illnesses: 17
Hospitalizations: 12
Deaths: 0
Last illness onset: April 30, 2022
States with Cases: CA (15), MN (1), ND (1)

CDC and FDA Provide Update on Peanut Butter Recall (5/26/22)

CDC and FDA provided an update to the JIF peanut butter recall due to Salmonella related cases. There are now 16 reported illnesses with 2 hospitalizations in 12 different states. The recall was initially announced on May 21 with 14 reported cases. From the CDC, "Since the last update on May 21, 2022, two more illnesses have been reported. As of May 25, 2022, a total of 16 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella Senftenberg have been reported from 12 states (see map). Illnesses started on dates ranging from February 19, 2022, through May 2, 2022 (see timeline)."

Multiple companies have issued recalls after using the recalled peanut butter as part of their product.


Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Peanut Butter | CDC
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Peanut Butter
Posted May 26, 2022

Fast Facts
Illnesses: 16
Hospitalizations: 2
Deaths: 0
States: 12
Recall: Yes
Investigation status: Active

FDA Issues Warning Letter to NC Sprout Growing Facility

FDA issued a Warning Letter to a sprout growing company for issues involving pathogen control as well as making unsubstantiated medical claims regarding the benefits of sprouts.

The company did not discontinue the use of all seeds from a lot which were known to had reason to  believe may have been contaminated with a pathogen, and did not ensure that sprouts grown from that lot of seeds did not enter commerce as required by 21 CFR 112.142(b)(1). Specifically, when spent sprout irrigation water (SSIW) samples corresponding to specific seed lots tested positive for pathogens, the company did not discontinue the use of seeds from those lots. 

The company did not clean and sanitize food contact surfaces used to grow, harvest, pack, or hold sprouts before contact with seeds or beans used to grow sprouts, as required by 21 CFR 112.143(b)). for example, after treatment the bags are rinsed and reused with no additional cleaning or sanitization performed prior to further contact with seeds or beans.

The environmental monitoring plan did not specify sample collection sites including appropriate food contact and non-food contact surfaces of equipment, and other surfaces within the growing, harvesting, packing, and holding environment, as required by 21 CFR 112.145(c)(3). The HACCP Manager stated that swab locations are determined at random, and the time of sampling varies and may include times when production is not occurring.

FDA reviewed the website listed for Broccoli Sprouts, Deli Blend, and Salad Blend product labels at the internet address, www.sunnycreekfarm.com, in November 2021. The claims on the website establish that the products are drugs under section 201(g)(1)(B) of the Act [21 U.S.C. 321(g)(1)(B)] because they are intended for use in the cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease. As explained further below, introducing or delivering these products for introduction, into interstate commerce for such uses violates the Act.


https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/sunny-creek-farm-inc-617664-02022022
Sunny Creek Farm, Inc.
MARCS-CMS 617664 — FEBRUARY 02, 2022

FDA Issues Warning Letters to Five Different Food Importers for Noncompliance to FSVP Rule

FDA issued Warning Letter to five different importers for not being incompliance with the FSVP rule that requires that companies develop FSVP for each product they import.

Allure Foods LLC of Brooklyn, NY did not develop an FSVP for cashews imported from foreign supplier (b)(4) located in (b)(4); and roasted/salted fava beans and Natural wasabi peas imported from the foreign supplier
https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/allure-foods-llc-625478-04272022

Las Dos Californias Inc DBA Dulceria Los Cuates of  San Diego, CA did not develop an FSVP for the foods  including each of the following imported foods:  (b)(4) (tamarind flavor candy) imported from (b)(4) located in (b)(4) and Toasted Pumpkin Seeds imported from (b)(4) located in (b)(4)
https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/las-dos-californias-inc-dba-dulceria-los-cuates-625844-04012022

A.N.N. Imports LLC, of  North Hollywood, CA you did not develop an FSVP for any of the foods imported, including the following:  Marinated Chervil imported from (b)(4)  Solomon’s Seal imported from (b)(4)Peach Compote imported from (b)(4)  Peach Nectar imported from (b)(4)

https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/ann-imports-llc-626441-05022022

Subhlaxmi Grocers of  Houston, Texas did not develop an FSVP for the following imported foods including:  summer squash imported from (b)(4), sweet goods imported from (b)(4), cereal preparations imported from (b)(4), snack foods imported from (b)(4), cake prepared dry mix imported from (b)(4), 
corn flakes, puffs, krispies, loops imported from (b)(4), potato snacks and vegetable snacks imported from (b)(4), 

https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/subhlaxmi-grocers-628829-05022022

Coastal Fresh Farms, Inc. of Westlake Village, CA did not develop, maintain, and follow an FSVP for any imported foods, including:  Coriander imported from (b) (4) ; Green onion imported from (b) (4) ;
and  Parsley curly imported from (b) (4)
https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/coastal-fresh-farms-inc-629333-05112022

UT Company Recalls Ice Cream After Labeling Nut Containing Product as Vanilla

Casper’s Ice Cream of Richmond Utah is voluntarily recalling its 56 ounce tubs of "Red Button Vintage Creamery Canadian Vanilla Ice Cream” because a limited number were mispackaged with Burnt Almond Fudge Ice Cream containing undeclared almonds.  The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the Burnt Almond Fudge-containing product was distributed in packaging of Canadian Vanilla. 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/caspers-ice-cream-issues-allergy-alert-mispackaged-red-button-canadian-vanilla-product-lot-344-21
Casper’s Ice Cream Issues Allergy Alert on Mispackaged Red Button Canadian Vanilla Product Lot 344-21-946
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 25, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  May 25, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Ice Cream/Frozen Dairy
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared almonds
Company Name:  Casper’s Ice Cream
Brand Name:  Red Button Vintage Creamery
Product Description:  Canadian Vanilla Ice Cream

TX Company Recalls Fresh Peaches After State Laboratory Detects Listeria in Sample

Brookshire Grocery Company of Tyler, Texas has issued a voluntary recall of bulk Yellow Flesh Peaches available in stores between 4/15/22 and 5/17/22, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.  The Yellow Flesh Peaches are a product of Chile.  The recall is a result of random sampling conducted at Brookshire’s distribution center by the Texas Department of State Health Services after potentially affected product was shipped to stores and which revealed a positive test for Listeria monocytogenes.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/brookshire-grocery-company-recalls-yellow-flesh-peaches-because-possible-health-risk
Brookshire Grocery Company Recalls Yellow Flesh Peaches Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 25, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  May 25, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Fruit/Fruit Product
Reason for Announcement:  Listeria monocytogenes
Company Name:  Brookshire Grocery Company
Brand Name:  No brand name
Product Description:  Yellow Flesh Peaches

Multiple Companies Issue Recalls for Products Where Recalled Peanut Butter Was Used

There have been over a dozen recall notices issued by companies who used recalled JIF peanut butter.  This is just FDA announced recalls, but there are additional ones issued locally where product was made and sold through direct retail channel.

One lesson that can be learned for this is the need for small companies to track ingredient usage including lot numbers.  We are often questioned by small businesses why there is the need to be diligent about tracking lot numbers of ingredients they use.  Besides being required to do it, it is issues like this that allow a company to recognize whether their products may be linked to a recall of one of their ingredients.

Three Giant Eagle Stores Recall Bakery Items with Peanut Butter Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination

May 28, 2022Giant Eagle, Inc. has issued a voluntarily recall of multiple bakery items containing peanut butter sold at three Pennsylvania supermarkets in Ebensburg, Indiana and Northern Cambria due to potential salmonella contamination.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/three-giant-eagle-stores-recall-bakery-items-peanut-butter-due-potential-salmonella-contamination

Safeway Fresh Foods (dba Sunnyside Fresh) of Vineland New Jersey is Issuing a Voluntary Class 1 Recall of Quick Chek Branded Apple and Peanut Butter Snack Trays Sold in New Jersey Because the JIF Peanut Butter Portion has the Potential to be Contaminated with Salmonella

5/28/22 Safeway Fresh Foods (dba Sunnyside Fresh) of Vineland New Jersey is issuing a voluntary Class 1 Recall of Quick Chek branded Apple and Peanut Butter Snack trays sold in New Jersey

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/safeway-fresh-foods-dba-sunnyside-fresh-vineland-new-jersey-issuing-voluntary-class-1-recall-quick

Albanese Confectionery Group, Inc. Recalls Select Peanut Butter Products Because of Possible Health Risk

5/27/22 Albanese Confectionery Group, Inc. of Merrillville, Indiana is voluntarily recalling Albanese® Mini and Giant Peanut Butter Cups because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella,

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/albanese-confectionery-group-inc-recalls-select-peanut-butter-products-because-possible-health-risk

A G Specialty Foods Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall of Food Products Containing Jif and Smuckers Peanut Butter Due to the Potential Salmonella Contamination
5/26/2022 - A G Specialty Foods Inc of Happy Valley, Oregon is initiating a voluntary recall of perishable products “The Goods” Snack Pack, We Be PB & Jammin’ Snack Box, Peanut Butter Strawberry Jam Old Fashioned White Bread, and Peanut Butter Strawberry Jam White Bread containing the Jif Creamy Peanut Butter, Jif Creamy Peanut Butter To Go 1.5oz cups, Jif Natural Creamy Peanut Butter To Go 1.5oz cups, and Smuckers Peanut Butter 3/4oz cups due to a potential Salmonella contamination.
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/g-specialty-foods-inc-issues-voluntary-recall-food-products-containing-jif-and-smuckers-peanut

  

Bix Produce Company Recalls "Egg and Cheese Curds Power Box" Because of Possible Health Risk
Bix Produce Company of Little Canada, MN, is recalling its 5 ounce packages of "Egg and Cheese Curds Power Box" and “Egg and Cheese Curds snack box”
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/bix-produce-company-recalls-egg-and-cheese-curds-power-box-because-possible-health-risk

Euphoria Chocolate Company Issues Voluntary Recall of Peanut Butter Classic Truffles, Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Meltaways and Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Meltaways Because of Possible Health Risk
05/26/2022 – Euphoria Chocolate Company of Eugene,OR is initiating a voluntary recall of Peanut Butter Classic Truffles, Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Meltaways, and Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Meltaways
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/euphoria-chocolate-company-issues-voluntary-recall-peanut-butter-classic-truffles-dark-chocolate

Supplier J.M. Smucker Co.’s Jif Recall Prompts Fresh Del Monte to Voluntarily Recall Select Ready-To-Eat Products Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
Fresh Del Monte is recalling the following products, which were sold to retailers nationwide: Del Monte Apples with Peanut Butter (5 ounce) Peanut Butter Snack Pack (4.25 ounce), Apples and Peanut Butter (6 ounce, and 5.5 ounce), and Sandwich with Peanut Butter Cup.
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/supplier-jm-smucker-cos-jif-recall-prompts-fresh-del-monte-voluntarily-recall-select-ready-eat

Fudgeamentals Recalls Fudge Made With Jif Peanut Butter Because of Possible Health Risk
Fudgeamentals of Melville, New York is voluntarily recalling fudge made with Jif Peanut Butter, packaged in 8 oz. plastic containers and 16 oz. plastic trays
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/fudgeamentals-recalls-fudge-made-jif-peanut-butter-because-possible-health-risk

Garden Cut, LLC Recalls Snack Cups Containing Jif® Peanut Butter Due to the Potential for Salmonella Contamination
Garden Cut, LLC, Indianapolis, Indiana, is recalling Garden Cut Apple Wedges and Celery Bites with Peanut Butter products containing 0.750z JifPeanut Butter
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/garden-cut-llc-recalls-snack-cups-containing-jifr-peanut-butter-due-potential-salmonella

Mary’s Harvest Fresh Foods, Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall of Celery Peanut Butter Cup G&G and Apple Peanut Butter Cup G&G Because of Possible Health Risk
5/24/2022- Mary’s Harvest Fresh Foods Inc, of Portland, Oregon is initiating a voluntary recall of perishable Celery Peanut Butter Cup G&G and Apple Peanut Butter Cup G&G
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/marys-harvest-fresh-foods-inc-issues-voluntary-recall-celery-peanut-butter-cup-gg-and-apple-peanut

Coblentz Chocolate Company Recalls Select Peanut Butter Products Because of Possible Health Risk
Coblentz Chocolate Company of Walnut Creek, Ohio is recalling certain Peanut Butter Products
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/coblentz-chocolate-company-recalls-select-peanut-butter-products-because-possible-health-risk

Albertsons Companies, in Cooperation with The J. M. Smucker Co., Voluntarily Recalls Select Store-Prepared Items Containing Peanut Butter Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination
May 21, 2022 – Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI), in cooperation with its supplier The J. M. Smucker Co., has voluntarily recalled 11 store-prepared items due to possible Salmonella contamination
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/albertsons-companies-cooperation-j-m-smucker-co-voluntarily-recalls-select-store-prepared-items

Country Fresh, in Cooperation with the J. M. Smucker Co., Voluntarily Recalls Select Items Containing Peanut Butter Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination
Country Fresh is voluntarily recalling select fresh-cut fruit snack trays and fruit snack cups containing Jif® peanut butter
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/country-fresh-cooperation-j-m-smucker-co-voluntarily-recalls-select-items-containing-peanut-butter

Cargill Voluntarily Recalls 795, 8oz Boxes of Product Containing Jif® Peanut Butter Due to the Potential for Salmonella Contamination
Lititz, Pa.(May 23, 2022) – Cargill is voluntarily recalling select lots of Milk and Dark Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Ritz® Crackers, Peanut Butter Meltaways, Peanut Butter Eggs and Fudge sold locally through the Wilbur Chocolate Retail Store in Lititz, Pa. and online at Wilburbuds.com.
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/cargill-voluntarily-recalls-795-8oz-boxes-product-containing-jifr-peanut-butter-due-potential

Taher, Inc Recalls “Fresh Seasons Power Packs”
Taher Inc. of Plymouth, MN, is recalling its 6.3 ounce packages of "Fresh Seasons Power Packs" because they contain Jif Peanut Butter, and 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.
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/taher-inc-recalls-fresh-seasons-power-packs

Wawa Removes Two Products Containing Jif® Peanut Butter Due to Voluntary Recall by the J.M. Smucker Co. of Select Jif Products Sold in the U.S.
Wawa has removed two products containing Jif Peanut Butter from all stores throughout our operating area. The product was removed following a voluntary recall by the J.M. Smucker Co. of select products sold in the U.S. due to the potential food safety concern.
Of the products covered in the J.M. Smucker Co. recall, Wawa stores carried only two (2) items as follows:
Wawa Apple & Peanut Butter Dipper 4.9 oz (all codes) – All Wawa Stores
JIF Creamy Peanut Butter 16 Oz | UPC: 00051500255162 | Lot codes: 1274425 thru 2140425
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/wawa-removes-two-products-containing-jifr-peanut-butter-due-voluntary-recall-jm-smucker-co-select

Company Recalls Artichoke Parmesan Dip for Nut Allergens Due to Mislabeling

Blue Moose of Boulder (Colorado) is voluntarily recalling Blue Moose Spinach Artichoke Parmesan Dip, 7oz. as the dip contains undeclared tree nut (Cashew) and soy allergens.  This recall has been initiated due to mislabeling issue where a small run Spinach Artichoke Cashew Dip was labeled as Spinach Artichoke Parmesan Dip. Improperly labeled units were discovered at the store level when stocking products.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/blue-moose-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-tree-nuts-cashew-and-soy-spinach-artichoke-parmesan-dip
Blue Moose Issues Allergy Alert for Undeclared Tree Nuts (Cashew) and Soy in Spinach Artichoke Parmesan Dip, 7oz.
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 22, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  May 22, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Tree Nut (Cashew) and Soy Allergens
Company Name:  Blue Moose of Boulder LLC
Brand Name:  Blue Moose
Product Description:  Spinach Artichoke Parmesan Dip

JIF Peanut Butter Recalled After Being Linked to Salmonella Outbreak

FDA and CDC issued a health alert for JIF peanut butter after the product was linked to a Salmonella outbreak.  The J.M. Smucker Company issued a recall for product manufactured at their Kentucky facility.  "J.M. Smucker Company has voluntarily recalled certain Jif brand peanut butter products that have the lot code numbers between 1274425 – 2140425, only if the first seven digits end with 425 (manufactured in Lexington, KY)."

"As of May 21 2022, a total of 14 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella senftenberg have been reported from 12 states."

The CDC report stated "State and local public health officials are interviewing people about the foods they ate in the week before they got sick. Of the five people interviewed, five (100%) reported eating peanut butter. Four of five (80%) sick people reported Jif brand peanut butter. Two people reported Jif Creamy Reduced Fat peanut butter, one person reported Jif Natural Creamy Low Sodium peanut butter, and one person reported Jif Natural Creamy peanut butter. This suggests that people in this outbreak got sick from eating peanut butter."

I had some problem figuring out if my jar was included, which it was not.  So here is a pic of what to look for regarding the code.

https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/senftenberg-05-22/details.html

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Peanut Butter
May 21, 2022

Fast Facts
Illnesses: 14
Hospitalizations: 2
Deaths: 0
States: 12
Recall: Yes
Investigation status: Active
Outbreak Investigation

May 21, 2022
CDC, public health and regulatory officials in several states, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are collecting different types of data to investigate a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Senftenberg infections.

UK - Claims of People Turning Off Refrigerators to Save Money And This Is Leading to Illnesses

In the UK, a Food Bank is claiming that some households are turning off their refrigerators to save money and this has resulted in illnesses among children.  "Truro Food Bank manager Simon Fann said: "[We have had] reports of children having upset stomachs, or, in worst cases, food poisoning because some parents are turning their fridges and freezers off overnight."

BBC News
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-cornwall-61478106
Children 'food poisoned after fridges are turned off'

Children are suffering from food poisoning because parents are turning off fridges to save money, a food bank in Cornwall has claimed.

Truro Food Bank said it had been told that other appliances were also not being used to save electricity as the cost of living crisis deepens.

IA Establishment Recalls 185,000 Lbs of Bacon After Receiving Metal Complaint

Update - May 26, 2022: Additional products have been identified containing the bacon toppings. Please view the additional products within “view labels” below. Consumers should check back frequently as additional products could be added.  

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp., a Sioux Center, Iowa establishment, is recalling approximately 185,610 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) bacon topping products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials. The problem was discovered after the firm received a customer complaint reporting they found metal in the RTE bacon topping product. 

Wow, that is a lot of product for one complaint.  Makes one wonder if the metal detector was not operating properly?  And if not, probably over a series of days?

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/smithfield-packaged-meats-corp-recalls-ready-eat-bacon-topping-products-due-possible
Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp. Recalls A Ready-To-Eat Bacon Topping Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

WASHINGTON, May 20, 2022 – Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp., a Sioux Center, Iowa establishment, is recalling approximately 185,610 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) bacon topping products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically metal, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

IA Establishment Recalls Ham Product Due to Potential Underprocessing Issue

U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for ready-to-eat (RTE) ham product because the product may not be fully cooked due to underprocessing.  The RTE, sliced Black Forest Ham item was produced by Plumrose USA, doing business as Swift Prepared Foods, a Council Bluffs, Iowa establishment, from April 28, 2022 through May 1, 2022.  The problem was discovered when the firm identified product that did not appear to be fully cooked, which prompted the establishment to perform an investigation and notify FSIS of their findings that the ham was underprocessed.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/fsis-issues-public-health-alert-ready-eat-ham-product-due-possible-processing
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ready-To-Eat Ham Product Due to Possible Processing Deviation

Small Business Recalls Lemonade Because It Was Produced Outside of Regulations

QueensMade Lemonade LLC Cincinnati is issuing a voluntary recall of all its juice-type products, including all lemonade flavors as well as its Ginger Turmeric shots. The products included in this recall are adulterated because they were produced without the benefit of inspection and the safety parameters were not able to be verified.

This appears to be one of those small ideas that progresses to distributed product, but there is no realization that there are rules that apply.  Rules not only protect the consumer, but also the small business.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/queensmade-lemonade-issues-voluntary-recall-due-products-being-adulterated
QueensMade Lemonade Issues a Voluntary Recall Due to Products Being Adulterated
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 19, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  May 19, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Improper Processing
Company Name:  QueensMade Lemonade LLC
Brand Name:  QueensMade Lemonade LLC
Product Description:  Lemon Juice Flavors and Ginger Turmeric Shots

Smoked Salmon Recalled After Mislabeling Results in Undeclared Soy and Wheat

White Cane Smoked Salmon LLC of Coeurd-Alene, ID is recalling Wild Alaskan Cooked and Smoked Salmon because it contains undeclared Wheat and Soy. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing wheat and soy in Teriyaki Sauce, but it was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of wheat and soy.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/white-cane-sockeye-salmon-llc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-wheat-and-soy-wild-alaskan-cooked-and
White Cane Sockeye Salmon LLC Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Wheat and Soy in Wild Alaskan Cooked and Smoked Salmon
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 19, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  May 19, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Wheat and Soy
Company Name:  White Cane Sockeye Salmon LLC
Brand Name:  White Cane Sockeye Salmon LLC
Product Description:  Wild Alaskan Cooked and Smoked Salmon

St. Louis MO Grocery Chain Recall Mislabeled Salads That Have Undeclared Egg Allergen

Dierbergs Markets, a St. Louis MO based grocery chain, is recalling the Fresh Garden Spiral Pasta Salad with an outdate of 5/31/22 in the 12oz & 2 lb self-service packages.  All implicated product was produced on Friday May 13, 2022 and sent to stores on Saturday May 14, 2022.  A Lead Assistant Deli / Seafood Manager at Lemay Dierbergs location discovered that the Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Salad was mislabeled as Fresh Garden Spiral Pasta Salad. The product labeled as Garden Spiral Pasta Salad carries an undeclared egg allergen not present on the label.

While good job to the Lead Assistant Deli / Seafood Manager for catching this, there should be better controls at the point of labeling.  For those who keep track of these types of things, this is another print and apply label issue.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/dierbergs-markets-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-egg-fresh-garden-spiral-pasta-salad-12-oz-2-lb
Dierbergs Markets Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg in Fresh Garden Spiral Pasta Salad in 12 Oz. & 2 Lb. Self-Service Packages
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 18, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  May 18, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Egg
Company Name:  Dierbergs Markets
Brand Name: Dierbergs Markets
Product Description:  Fresh Garden Spiral Pasta Salad

Missing Allergens on Store Labels Leads to Recall

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert due to concerns that Weis Markets’ ready-to-eat (RTE) General Tso Chicken meals may contain milk, a known allergen.  The problem was discovered when Weis Markets in Sunbury, Pa. reported that they had been using correctly labeled, USDA inspected and passed chicken products containing milk ingredients but did not update their in-store labels for General Tso Chicken meals to include milk as an ingredient.

Print-and-apply labels continue to be an issue, especially when information is added into the system.  If not done correctly, especially with regard to allergen labeling, a recall situation will occur.  The task of adding the information into the system is often left to non-technical staff.

FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Weis Markets’ Ready-To-Eat General Tso Chicken Meals Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens

WASHINGTON, May 13, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert due to concerns that Weis Markets’ ready-to-eat (RTE) General Tso Chicken meals may contain milk, a known allergen, which is not declared on the store’s finished product label. FSIS is issuing this public health alert to ensure that consumers with an allergy to milk are aware that these products should not be consumed.

NY Establishment Recalls RTE Sausage Sticks After Complaint of Embedded Metal Piece in Product

America New York Ri Wang Food Group Co., Ltd., a Bay Shore, N.Y. establishment, is recalling approximately 14,635 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) sausage sticks and luncheon loaf products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically metal.  The problem was discovered after the firm received a consumer complaint reporting they found two metal pieces embedded in the sausage stick.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/america-new-york-ri-wang-food-group-co-ltd-recalls-ready-eat-pork-sausage-products
America New York Ri Wang Food Group Co., Ltd Recalls Ready to Eat Pork Sausage Products due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

AMERICA NEW YORK RI WANG FOOD GROUP CO., LTD.

FSIS Announcement

WASHINGTON, May 18, 2022 – America New York Ri Wang Food Group Co., Ltd., a Bay Shore, N.Y. establishment, is recalling approximately 14,635 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) sausage sticks and luncheon loaf products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically metal, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

FDA Issues Warning Letters to Five Importers for Not Developing FSVP

FDA issued Warning Letters to five food imports for not developing, maintaining, and implementing an FSVP as required by section 805 of the FD&C Act and 21 CFR 1.502(a).   FSVP is required for food importers to ensure that their foreign producers are meeting same standards required in the US.

Lempira Distribution LLC of. Miami, FL did not develop FSVPs for the imported food products including, but not limited to:
Banana Soft Drink, imported from (b)(4), located in (b)(4).
Sweet Bread, imported from (b)(4), located in (b)(4).
Plantain Chips, imported from (b)(4).
https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/lempira-distribution-llc-616514-11032021

LECS USA, Inc. of Los Angeles, CA did not develop an FSVP for any of their imported foods including Green Tea

https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/lecs-usa-inc-623164-03282022

Fres Co, LLC of Bronx, NY did not develop an FSVP for any of the their imported foods including the following:
Fresh plantains from (b)(4)
Fresh mangoes from (b)(4)
Tomatoes from (b)(4)
https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/fres-co-llc-627216-04182022

El Dorado Imports Inc of Spring, Texas. did not develop an FSVP for any of their imported food products  including:
Coconut candy imported from (b)(4)
Sugar baked flour tortillas imported from (b)(4)
Sweet bread with pineapple imported from (b)(4)
https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/el-dorado-imports-inc-626870-04262022

Triple J Fresh, LLC of McAllen, Texas did not develop an FSVP for any of their imported foods including:

Fresh broccoli and fresh coriander imported from (b)(4), located in (b)(4), and 

Fresh Persian limes imported from (b)(4), located in (b)(4).
https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/triple-j-fresh-llc-627680-04252022

FDA Provides Conditions for Troubled Infant Formula Facility to Reopen

FDA has agreed to allow Abbott Laboratories to resume operations if Abbott meets conditions outlined on consent decree.  The plant could be operating within a few weeks although it will take a few months before product will be back on the retail shelves.  The loss of this facility's production has created a supply shortage in overall infant formula market.

Regulatory officials have not found a direct link of illnesses to the facility, different strains of the organism Cronobacter sakazakii were found in the facility.

Company Press Release
https://abbott.mediaroom.com/2022-05-16-Abbott-Enters-into-Consent-Decree-with-U-S-Food-and-Drug-Administration-for-its-Sturgis,-Mich-,-Plant-Agreement-Creates-Pathway-to-Reopen-Facility
ABBOTT ENTERS INTO CONSENT DECREE WITH U.S. FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION FOR ITS STURGIS, MICH., PLANT; AGREEMENT CREATES PATHWAY TO REOPEN FACILITY

• After FDA approval, Abbott could restart the site within two weeks; from the time of restart it would take six to eight weeks before product is available on shelves
• Abbott will continue to import formula from FDA-registered facility in Ireland to help alleviate near-term supply shortage
• CDC concluded its investigation with no findings of a link between Abbott formulas and infant illnesses

What's In Your Fast Food Milkshake? Hopefully Not Tinkle

A manager at an Arby's restaurant in Vancouver WA , already under investigation for pedophilia, was found through videos on his phone to have urinated in milkshake mix that was then served to customers.  While completely disgusting, it should pose no health risk.

The Guardian
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2022/may/16/arbys-washington-urinating-milkshake
Arby’s manager accused of urinating in milkshake mix
Washington police uncovered the video as they executed a search warrant on his phone as part of child abuse image investigation

A manager at an Arby’s fast-food restaurant in Washington state has been accused of urinating into a milkshake mix that might then have been served to dozens of people.

Health Alert Issued For Ground Meat Sold by Whole Foods Due to Complaints of Plastic Pieces in Product

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for raw ground beef products due to concerns that the ground beef may contain hard plastic. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase. The problem was discovered after the firm received complaints from consumers reporting they found hard, rigid plastic in the ground beef products. The firm then notified FSIS of the issue. The product, sold through Whole Foods, was produced by NPC Processing Inc. of Shelburne VT.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/fsis-issues-public-health-alert-raw-ground-beef-products-due-foreign-material
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Raw Ground Beef Products Due to Foreign Material Contamination
NPC PROCESSING INC.
FSIS Announcement

Ohio Company Recalls Bacon Jam Product After Label Misses Soy Allergen Declaration

Mrs Miller’s Homemade Jams in Fredericksburg OH is voluntarily recalling its Smokey BBQ Bacon Jam and Spicy Chili Bacon Jam, packaged in 9 oz glass jars. The recall is due to an undeclared soy allergen found in the Worchestire Sauce and Hickory Smoke ingredients used in these jams. This recall has been initiated due to the ingredient label not stating a soy allergen.

Here is an example of where the label design process needs to include allergen control procedures.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/mrs-millers-homemade-jams-issues-voluntary-recall-due-undeclared-soy-allergen
Mrs Miller’s Homemade Jams Issues Voluntary Recall Due to an Undeclared Soy Allergen
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 09, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  May 13, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared soy
Company Name:  Mrs Millers Homemade Jams
Brand Name:  Mrs Millers Homemade Jams
Product Description:  Smokey BBQ Bacon Jam and Spicy Chili Bacon Jam

Gummy Candies Recalled After Complaints of Metal Strands in Product

Mars Wrigley Confectionery US, LLC is recalling specific varieties of SKITTLES® Gummies, STARBURST® Gummies, and LIFE SAVERS® Gummies due to the potential presence of a very thin metal strand embedded in the gummies or loose in the bag.  This comes after the company received reports from consumers.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/mars-wrigley-confectionery-us-llc-issues-voluntary-recall-specific-varieties-skittlesr-gummies
Mars Wrigley Confectionery US, LLC Issues Voluntary Recall of Specific Varieties of SKITTLES® Gummies, STARBURST® Gummies, and LIFE SAVERS® Gummies Due to Potential Presence of Thin Metal Strand Embedded in Gummies or Loose in the Bag
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 13, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  May 13, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Candy/Gum (without chocolate)
Reason for Announcement: Possible presence of metal fragments.
Company Name:  Mars Wrigley Confectionary US, LLC
Brand Name:  Skittles, Starburst, Life Savers
Product Description:  Gummies

Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Recalled for Allergens After Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Packaged in Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Containers

Lynnfield, MA, is recalling 4,481 cases of Planet Oat Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and Planet Oat Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert with a Best By date of 12/17/22, because it may contain undeclared peanuts.  The recall was initiated after it was discovered that some Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl product, which contains peanuts, was packaged in a Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough container, which does not contain the peanut allergen statement. The issue was discovered by a retail customer, which contacted Hood.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/hp-hood-llc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-peanuts-planet-oat-non-dairy-frozen-dessert-updated
HP Hood LLC Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Planet Oat Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert (Updated: Additional Locations)
Summary
Company Announcement Date: May 12, 2022
FDA Publish Date: May 12, 2022
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Undeclared peanuts
Company Name: HP Hood LLC
Brand Name: Planet Oat
Product Description: Planet Oat Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and Plant Oat Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl frozen dessert

Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Product Recalled After Consumer Experiences Nut Allergic Response

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream of Brooklyn, NY is voluntarily recalling 2,185 frozen 14 oz pints of its non-dairy frozen dessert product "Oat Milk Brown Sugar Chunk” because it may contain undeclared specific trace of allergens (tree nuts – cashews and pistachios).  The recall was voluntarily initiated after it was discovered due to a customer complaint, who experienced a reaction, that the lot contains the undeclared tree nuts and was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of the allergen. The cause of the contamination is being investigated.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/van-leeuwen-issues-voluntary-recall-undeclared-tree-nuts-cashew-and-pistachio-frozen-dessert-product
Van Leeuwen Issues Voluntary Recall on Undeclared Tree Nuts (Cashew and Pistachio) in Frozen Dessert Product
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 10, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  May 10, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared tree nuts (cashew & pistachio)
Company Name:  Van Leeuwen Ice Cream
Brand Name:  Van Leeuwen
Product Description:  Oat Milk Brown Sugar Chunk non-dairy frozen dessert

Lucky Charms Not Yet Recalled Despite High Number of Reports

Updated on 5/4/22, the FDA Core Response Table has a case count 529 total cases associated with Lucky Charms.  The website iwaspoisoned.com has already received over 7,300 cases.  The company has not recalled the product.  

Forbes
Over 7,300 Lucky Charms Cereal Illness Complaints On Iwaspoisoned.com, FDA Investigating (forbes.com)
Over 7,300 Lucky Charms Cereal Illness Complaints On Iwaspoisoned.com, FDA Investigating
Bruce Y. LeeSenior Contributor

FDA Issues Warning Letters to Eight Different Food Importers for FSVP Noncompliance

Over the past 2 weeks, FDA has issued 8 Warning Letters to food importer for non-compliance with the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP).  In all cases, programs were just not in place for food items that were being imported.  Some of these companies had received prior inspection where they were informed that they needed to have a FSVP in place.

Global Imports Inc. of Kingwood, TX did not develop, maintain, and follow an FSVP as required by section 805 of the FD&C Act and 21 CFR 1.502(a). Specifically, you did not develop an FSVP for any of the food products you import, including:
• Chopped Spinach imported from foreign supplier (b)(4), located in (b)(4)
• Cut Cauliflower imported from foreign suppliers (b)(4), and (b)(4), located in (b)(4)
• Cut Corn imported from foreign supplier (b)(4), located in (b)(4)
• Diced Yellow Peaches imported from foreign supplier (b)(4), located in (b)(4)
https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/global-imports-inc-626682-04072022

Wayne Farms Expands Recall of Chicken Due to the Potential Issue with Product Being Undercooked

Wayne Farms, LLC., a Decatur, Ala. establishment, is expanding their April 29th recall to now include approximately 585,030 pounds of a ready-to-eat (RTE) chicken breast fillet product that may be undercooked, The company initially recalled 30,285 lbs. There are five new production codes (23618, 24357, 24512, 24583, and 24957) and 66 different “use by” dates (ranging from 5-10-22 through 4-29-23). This release has been updated to include the new product, the expanded weight, additional labels, and additional distribution information.

Wayne Farms, LLC Recalls Ready-To-Eat Chicken Breast Fillet Products That May Be Undercooked | Food Safety and Inspection Service (usda.gov)
Wayne Farms, LLC Recalls Ready-To-Eat Chicken Breast Fillet Products That May Be Undercooked

WAYNE FARMS LLC

Alabama Food Truck Company Recalls Stew Product After Distributing Without Getting USDA Inspection

Pop’s Que and Stew, an Opelika, Ala. establishment, is recalling approximately 12,472 pounds of frozen stew products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection.  The products subject to recall do not bear the USDA mark of inspection because Pop’s Que and Stew is not a federally inspected establishment. These items were shipped to retail locations in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, and Tennessee.  The problem was discovered during routine FSIS surveillance activities when it was determined that the Brunswick stew products did not have the USDA mark of inspection and were produced in an establishment that was not inspected by USDA.

Pop’s Que and Stew is a caterer / food truck based upon their Facebook page.  In their July 13, 2021 posting, it is clear that the company ventured into distribution and thus falling under USDA oversight.

-EXCITING NEWS AND FOOD TRUCK UPDATE-

Due to the overwhelming popularity of our Homemade Brunswick Stew, we must ramp up production at Pop's headquarters.

Pop’s will be venturing into stocking warehouses with our product, which is super exciting for us, and

We will need all hands on deck to make this possible!

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/pops-que-and-stew-recalls-frozen-stew-products-produced-without-benefit-inspection
Pop’s Que and Stew Recalls Frozen Stew Products Produced Without the Benefit of Inspection

FSIS Announcement

WASHINGTON, May 6, 2022 – Pop’s Que and Stew, an Opelika, Ala. establishment, is recalling approximately 12,472 pounds of frozen stew products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

OR Establishment Recalls Mortadella Deli Meat For Not Declaring Pistachio, a Tree Nut

 Olympia Meats, a Portland, Ore. establishment, is recalling approximately 862 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) pork deli meat products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens - the product contains pistachios (tree nuts), a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.  The RTE pork deli meat products are labeled as Mortadella Classica products but contain Mortadella product with pistachios.  The problem was discovered when the producing establishment notified FSIS of a retail consumer complaint that the product contained pistachios.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/olympia-meats-recalls-ready-eat-pork-deli-meat-products-due-misbranding-and
Olympia Meats Recalls Ready-To-Eat Pork Deli Meat Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens
OLYMPIA MEATS

FSIS Announcement

WASHINGTON, May 6, 2022 – Olympia Meats, a Portland, Ore. establishment, is recalling approximately 862 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) pork deli meat products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product contains pistachios (tree nuts), a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.

PA Company Recalls Cheese Pierogies for Not Stating the Allergen Milk When Cheese is Present

Dymski Pierogies dba Grandma’s Cuisine of East Stroudsburg, PA is recalling multiple varieties of frozen cheese-filled pierogis because it may contain undeclared milk allergen. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing milk was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of it.  The packages list cheese in the ingredient statement, but do not state 'milk'.  By regulation, the allergens be identified.  

Dymski Pierogies DBA Grandma’s Cuisine Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Frozen Cheese Filled Pierogis
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 06, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  May 06, 2022
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Milk
Company Name: Dymski Pierogies dba Grandma’s Cuisine
Brand Name:  Grandma’s Cuisine  Bernat’s  Golden Eagle
Product Description:  Cheese-filled Pierogis

Northwest Grocery Chain Recalls Fried Almonds After Complaint for Containing Peanuts

New Seasons Market LLC, a small grocery chain in the NW US,  is recalling Matiz Valencia Almonds because they may contain undeclared peanuts.  The recall was initiated after it was discovered peanuts were found in packages of almonds and product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of peanuts.  [This may be a case of mislabeling, although not explicitly stated.]

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/new-seasons-market-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-peanuts-matiz-valencia-almonds
New Seasons Market Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Matiz Valencia Almonds
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 05, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  May 05, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  May Contain Undeclared Peanuts
Company Name:  New Seasons Market LLC
Brand Name:  Maitz
Product Description:  Valencia Almonds

Salad Items Recalled After Incorrect Bottom Label Applied Resulting in Undeclared Allergen Listing

Safeway Fresh Food, LLC, a Vineland, N.J. establishment, is recalling approximately 717 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) Chicken Caesar Salad products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens -  the product contains anchovies, egg and wheat, known allergens, which are not declared on the product label.  The problem was discovered when the producing establishment notified FSIS that it received a customer complaint that the product exhibited the incorrect ingredient statement label on the bottom of the bowl.

This appears to be another case where the wrong bottom label was applied to the product.  The bottom label in this case was where the ingredient listing was located.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/safeway-fresh-food-llc-recalls-ready-eat-salad-containing-chicken-due-misbranding
Safeway Fresh Food, LLC Recalls Ready-To-Eat Salad Containing Chicken Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens
SAFEWAY FRESH FOOD, LLC

Alabama Establishment Recalls 30, 285 Pounds of RTE Chicken Breast Fillet After Complaint that the Product May be Undercooked

Wayne Farms, LLC., a Decatur, Ala. establishment, is recalling approximately 30,285 pounds of a ready-to-eat (RTE) chicken breast fillet product that may be undercooked.  The RTE chicken breast fillet products were produced on March 1 and 21, 2022.  The problem was discovered when the firm received a customer complaint that the RTE chicken product appeared to be undercooked.  There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/wayne-farms-llc-recalls-ready-eat-chicken-breast-fillet-products-may-be-undercooked
Wayne Farms, LLC Recalls Ready-to-Eat Chicken Breast Fillet Products that may be Undercooked
WAYNE FARMS LLC

FSIS Announcement

WASHINGTON, April 29, 2022 – Wayne Farms, LLC., a Decatur, Ala. establishment, is recalling approximately 30,285 pounds of a ready-to-eat (RTE) chicken breast fillet product that may be undercooked, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

Candy Products REcalled Due to Undeclared Milk and Tree Nut Allergens

Queen Bee LLC (Lovell, WY) issued a voluntary recall of candy products purchased within the last year. The voluntary recall impacts a variety of honey caramel candy products and chocolates that may contain undeclared allergens including tree nuts and dairy (milk).  The undeclared tree nut allergen issue was identified as part of a result of a routine food safety inspection and the incorrectly labeled milk and tree nut allergen was the result of a label review.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/queen-bee-llc-voluntary-recall
Queen Bee LLC Voluntary Recall
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 28, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  May 03, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Chocolate/Cocoa Product
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Tree Nuts
Company Name:  Queen Bee Gardens
Brand Name:  Bee
Product Description:  Chocolate Candy Products

Chocolate Recalled Due to Undeclared Milk Due to Supplier Error

The TJX Companies, Inc. of Framingham, MA is recalling certain vegan chocolate products because they may contain undeclared milk.   One illness has been reported to date in connection with the recalled products. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the products labelled as “Dairy Free” contained milk. Subsequent investigation indicated that this was caused by a manufacturing error at the supplier’s facility. As a result, TJX is recalling all items for sale in our stores that were manufactured in this facility.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/tjx-companies-inc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-certain-vegan-chocolate-products
The TJX Companies, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Certain Vegan Chocolate Products
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 01, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  May 01, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Milk
Company Name:  The TJX Companies
Brand Name:  Pimlico Confectioners, Keats London
Product Description:  Vegan Chocolate Products

Retailer Recalls Co-manufactured Cookies After Two Complaints for Metal Fragments

H-E-B is voluntarily issuing a recall for H-E-B Bakery Two Bite Brownies (12 oz) and H-E-B Simply Delicious Cookies with Brownie Bites Party Trays for potential metal fragments in product. The potentially affected products were manufactured by an outside supplier and distributed only to H-E-B and Joe V’s Smart Shop stores in Texas and Mexico.  H-E-B made the decision to issue a recall upon investigation of two consumer complaints. 

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/specific-items-containing-h-e-b-bakery-two-bite-brownies-manufactured-outside-supplier-voluntarily
Specific Items Containing H-E-B Bakery Two Bite Brownies Manufactured by an Outside Supplier Voluntarily Recalled for Potential Presence of Metal Fragments
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 29, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  April 29, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:   May contain metal fragments
Company Name:  H-E-B
Brand Name:  H-E-B Bakery
Product Description:  Two-Bite Brownies

FDA Issues Guidance on FSVP That Now Requires Appropriate DUNS Number on Entry Filing

FDA provided updated guidance for the FSVP program.  Previously, the FDA allowed the filer of the entry to use a generic number for the unique facility identifier on the entry form.  FDA 2018 guidance "provided for the temporary use of the entity role code “UNK” (to represent “unknown”) in lieu of a DUNS number, to be provided in the Entity Number field for importer identification when filing entry with CBP for a food subject to FSVP."  Entry filers must now use an appropriate DUNS number (Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) Data Universal Numbering System number).

Guidance for Industry: Compliance with Providing an Acceptable Unique Facility Identifier for the Foreign Supplier Verification Programs for Food Importers Regulation | FDA

Guidance for Industry: Compliance with Providing an Acceptable Unique Facility Identifier for the Foreign Supplier Verification Programs for Food Importers Regulation
APRIL 2022
Docket Number:
FDA-2011-N-0143

First Human Case of Bird Flu Reported in US

The CDC is reporting the first case of bird flu to affect a human.  The infected person was handling chickens as part of a culling operation (culling = eliminating).   It is important to note that "while pathogenic avian influenza is a serious concern for our nation’s poultry industry", it is not an issue in the human population.

Meating Place
https://www.meatingplace.com/Industry/News/Details/104436
CDC reports first human infection of bird flu as USDA commits $263M to APHIS

By Susan Kelly on 4/29/2022

A man under the age of 40 who culled poultry on a Colorado farm tested positive this week for avian influenza A (H5) in the first bird flu case in a human in the current U.S. outbreak, state health officials and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said Thursday.

USDA Issues Alert for Trader Joe's Recalls Frozen Chicken Products Imported Without USDA Stamp

USDA FSIS is issuing a public health alert for ready-to-eat (RTE) frozen chicken products that did not receive the benefit of import reinspection. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase. The problem was discovered during routine FSIS surveillance activities of imported products.

This is clearly a rookie mistake....distributing products in the US that do not bear the USDA stamp  thus indicating it was not inspected.

FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ready-to-Eat Frozen Chicken Products Imported Without the Benefit of Import Reinspection | Food Safety and Inspection Service (usda.gov)
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ready-to-Eat Frozen Chicken Products Imported Without the Benefit of Import Reinspection

FSIS Announcement

WASHINGTON, April 28, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for ready-to-eat (RTE) frozen chicken products that did not receive the benefit of import reinspection. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase.

Fish Sandwiches Recalled After Isolated Case of Large Fish Bones

Gorton’s Seafood is voluntarily recalling frozen seafood item, Gorton’s Fish Sandwich - 100% Whole Fillets, 18.3 oz, due to the isolated and unusual potential presence of large and/or sharp bone fragments. While there have been no reports of injury from the product to date, the company is taking this action to ensure the safety and well-being of all of our consumers. Consumption of this recalled product may pose a choking hazard or other physical injury.

As part of the hazard analysis, fish bones would be identified as a hazard in the filleting process. Is it a hazard likely to occur....from this recall, we would say yes.  Then what critical controls points would be utilized?

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/gortons-issues-voluntary-recall-small-quantity-fish-sandwich-fillets
Gorton's Issues Voluntary Recall for Small Quantity of Fish Sandwich Fillets
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 27, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  April 28, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Presence of bone fragments
Company Name:  Gorton’s Seafood
Brand Name:  Gorton’s
Product Description:  Fish Sandwich
Company Announcement  Gloucester, MA (April 27, 2022)

NJ Establishment Recalls Ground Beef After FSIS Testing of Imported Raw Materials Finds E. coli O103

Lakeside Refrigerated Services, a Swedesboro, N.J. establishment, is recalling approximately 120,872 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O103.  The problem was discovered during routine FSIS testing of imported products. There have been no confirmed reports of illness or adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/lakeside-refrigerated-services-recalls-ground-beef-products-due-possible-e-coli-o103
Lakeside Refrigerated Services Recalls Ground Beef Products Due to Possible E. coli O103 Contamination

TN Company Selling Beef Jerky Online Recalls Product for Not Having USDA FSIS Inspection

Online food sales are often viewed as one of these grey areas with regard to regulations.  Companies that sell direct to the consumers often view themselves as retailers outside of federal regulation.  However, as seen in this case, a Tennessee company has to recall beef jerky product after being cited b USDA for not producing under FSIS inspection.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/tennessee-brown-bag-llc-recalls-beef-jerky-products-produced-without-benefit
Tennessee Brown Bag, LLC Recalls Beef Jerky Products Produced without Benefit of Inspection

FSIS Announcement

WASHINGTON, April 22, 2022 - Tennessee Brown Bag, LLC, a Hixson, Tenn. establishment, is recalling approximately 4,590 pounds of beef jerky products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

Whole Foods Red Lentil Dal Recalled After Supplier Issues Recall for Listeria

Bakkavor USA of Charlotte, North Carolina announced a voluntary recall of Whole Foods Market Red Lentil Dal, which includes Pickled Curry Cauliflower, an ingredient produced by Doux South Specialties, LLC because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes  On April 19th, 2022, Bakkavor USA was informed by Doux South Specialties, LLC of their Pickled Curry Cauliflower recall. Bakkavor USA immediately ceased the production and distribution of the Whole Foods Market Red Lentil Dal containing the Pickled Curry Cauliflower. The FDA and Doux South Specialties, LLC are continuing their investigation as to what caused the problem.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/bakkavor-usa-issues-voluntary-recall-whole-foods-market-red-lentil-dal-because-possible-health-risk
Bakkavor USA Issues Voluntary Recall of Whole Foods Market Red Lentil Dal Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 21, 2022
FDA Publish Date:  April 21, 2022
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Listeria monocytogenes contamination
Company Name:  Bakkavor USA
Brand Name:  Whole Foods Market
Product Description:  Red Lentil Dal, which includes Pickled Curry Cauliflower