In a report issued by the German BVL, the detection rates of Campylobacter remain high with nearly half of the bird carcasses positive with a quarter with counts above 1000 cfu/gr. This indicates the difficulty in controlling a natural contaminate like Campylobacter in poultry.
German Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL)
https://www.bvl.bund.de/EN/Home/home_node.html
Translated via Google Translate
https://www.bvl.bund.de/SharedDocs/Pressemitteilungen/01_lebensmittel/2019/2019_11_19_PI_Zoonosen_Monitoring_2018.html
Still high Campylobacter rates in broilers
Process hygiene criterion shows not yet hoped for effect
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
NJ Firm Recalls Fruit Salad Product After Linked to Salmonella Outbreak in PA Healthcare Facilities
Tailor Cut Produce of New Jersey, is recalling its Fruit luau, cut honeydew, cut cantaloupe and cut pineapple products after they were linked to the Salmonella outbreak in Pennsylvania healthcare facilities. In this outbreak, 31 people were infected across 4 healthcare facilities.
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/tailor-cut-produce-recalls-cut-fruit-mix-because-possible-health-risk
Tailor Cut Produce Recalls Cut Fruit Mix Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date: December 07, 2019
FDA Publish Date:December 08, 2019
Product Type:Food & Beverages Snack Food Item
Foodborne Illness Reason for Announcement: Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella
Company Name:Tailor Cut Produce
Brand Name: Tailor Cut Produce
Product Description: Fruit Luau
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/tailor-cut-produce-recalls-cut-fruit-mix-because-possible-health-risk
Tailor Cut Produce Recalls Cut Fruit Mix Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date: December 07, 2019
FDA Publish Date:December 08, 2019
Product Type:Food & Beverages Snack Food Item
Foodborne Illness Reason for Announcement: Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella
Company Name:Tailor Cut Produce
Brand Name: Tailor Cut Produce
Product Description: Fruit Luau
White Castle Recalls Retail Pack of Hamburger Sliders After Listeria Positive Test
White Castle is recalling their retail hamburger sandwich product / sliders after a third party laboratory tested and found Listeria on finished product.
This is a fully cooked product with heat and serve instructions.
According to the recall announcement, the company "is taking the following actions at the facility where the problem was identified:
•Intensive sanitation and cleaning with guidance from outside food safety experts.
•Aggressively elevating already strong food safety testing and manufacturing guidelines.
•Conducting comprehensive testing to confirm no presence of listeria in the facility. “This voluntary recall is precautionary and is the right thing to do,” said Richardson."
Note that the product is under FDA jurisdiction vs USDA. This is a closed sandwich which falls under FDA jurisdiction. (USDA regulations are limited to open faced sandwiches - "Must contain at least 50 percent cooked meat. Sandwiches are amendable (USDA inspected) only if they are open faced sandwiches."
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/white-castle-frozen-food-division-announces-voluntary-recall-limited-production-frozen-sandwiches
White Castle Frozen Food Division Announces Voluntary Recall of a Limited Production of Frozen Sandwiches Sold in Select Grocery Outlets Due to Possible Presence of Listeria Monocytogenes
Summary
Company Announcement Date: December 06, 2019
FDA Publish Date:December 06, 2019
Product Type:Food & Beverages Prepared Food
Foodborne Illness Reason for Announcement: Potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination
Company Name:White Castle Frozen Food Division
Brand Name: White Castle
Product Description: Frozen Cheeseburger and hamburger sliders
This is a fully cooked product with heat and serve instructions.
According to the recall announcement, the company "is taking the following actions at the facility where the problem was identified:
•Intensive sanitation and cleaning with guidance from outside food safety experts.
•Aggressively elevating already strong food safety testing and manufacturing guidelines.
•Conducting comprehensive testing to confirm no presence of listeria in the facility. “This voluntary recall is precautionary and is the right thing to do,” said Richardson."
Note that the product is under FDA jurisdiction vs USDA. This is a closed sandwich which falls under FDA jurisdiction. (USDA regulations are limited to open faced sandwiches - "Must contain at least 50 percent cooked meat. Sandwiches are amendable (USDA inspected) only if they are open faced sandwiches."
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/white-castle-frozen-food-division-announces-voluntary-recall-limited-production-frozen-sandwiches
White Castle Frozen Food Division Announces Voluntary Recall of a Limited Production of Frozen Sandwiches Sold in Select Grocery Outlets Due to Possible Presence of Listeria Monocytogenes
Summary
Company Announcement Date: December 06, 2019
FDA Publish Date:December 06, 2019
Product Type:Food & Beverages Prepared Food
Foodborne Illness Reason for Announcement: Potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination
Company Name:White Castle Frozen Food Division
Brand Name: White Castle
Product Description: Frozen Cheeseburger and hamburger sliders
Saturday, December 7, 2019
Salmonella Outbreak in PA Health Facilities Linked to NJ Fresh Fruit Facility
Investigators have found a potential source of the Salmonella. outbreak in five PA healthcare facilities that has affected 31 people to date. The outbreak was caused by Salmonella Javiana and has been linked to fruit mix with cantaloupe, honeydew, pineapple, and grapes from Tailor Cut Produce of North Brunswick, New Jersey.
FDA Outbreak Update
https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-salmonella-potentially-linked-tailor-cut-produce-fruit-mix-winter-2019
Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella Potentially Linked to Tailor Cut Produce Fruit Mix, Winter 2019
Food service companies and institutions in Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey should not serve cut fruit from Tailor Cut Produce
While it is hard to know what failure may have caused the issue (if indeed this is the source), facilities such as this generally use surface washes with an antimicrobial to reduce potential contamination on the exterior of the produce. So either the surface treatment(s) was not inadequate or there was a post-wash contamination issue. Being a high risk populations (people in hospitals and elderly care facilities), a lower level of Salmonella is enough to cause issues. For facilities knowingly supplying these types of facilities, extra emphasis must be placed on contamination control.
Sourcing is another key...working with growers who follow good agricultural practices, whether those are domestic or foreign growers.
Sourcing is another key...working with growers who follow good agricultural practices, whether those are domestic or foreign growers.
FDA Outbreak Update
https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-salmonella-potentially-linked-tailor-cut-produce-fruit-mix-winter-2019
Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella Potentially Linked to Tailor Cut Produce Fruit Mix, Winter 2019
Food service companies and institutions in Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey should not serve cut fruit from Tailor Cut Produce
Case Counts
Total Illnesses: 31
States with Cases: PA
December 6, 2019
FDA and the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) are investigating an outbreak of illnesses caused by Salmonella Javiana in Pennsylvania. Epidemiologic and traceback evidence indicate that fruit mix with cantaloupe, honeydew, pineapple, and grapes from Tailor Cut Produce of North Brunswick, New Jersey, are a potential source of this outbreak.
Friday, December 6, 2019
This Week in Mislabeled Product for Week Ending December 7, 2019
Milk Found in Product - Nassau Candy Distributors of Hicksville, NY is recalling two lots of 7.5 OZ (212g) Nancy Adams, Dark Chocolate Graham Crackers because they may contain undeclared milk allergens. 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 presence of undeclared milk allergens in the 7.5-ounce packages of Nancy Adams, Dark Chocolate Graham Crackers which did not declare a milk ingredient on the label.
Sulfites and Cyclomate Found in Product - Lin’s Waha Int’l Corp of Syosset, NY is recalling its 8.11 OZ (230G) packages of Suantianyangmei Waxberry and Bingtangyangmei Waxberry because they contain undeclared sulfites and cyclamates. The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis by the Department’s Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites and cyclamates in these products which were not declared on the labels. Cyclamate is an unapproved ingredient. What is a waxberry - LINK.
Soy Missing on Label - Blue Grass Quality Meats, an Erlanger, Ky. establishment, is recalling approximately 121,083 pounds of pork bacon and ready-to-eat turkey products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products contain soy, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product labels.
Sulfites and Cyclomate Found in Product - Lin’s Waha Int’l Corp of Syosset, NY is recalling its 8.11 OZ (230G) packages of Suantianyangmei Waxberry and Bingtangyangmei Waxberry because they contain undeclared sulfites and cyclamates. The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis by the Department’s Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites and cyclamates in these products which were not declared on the labels. Cyclamate is an unapproved ingredient. What is a waxberry - LINK.
Soy Missing on Label - Blue Grass Quality Meats, an Erlanger, Ky. establishment, is recalling approximately 121,083 pounds of pork bacon and ready-to-eat turkey products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products contain soy, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product labels.
CBD Products Come Under Fire from Lawsuits After FDA Warning Letters Issued
As one could have guessed, it did not take long for lawsuits involving CBD products after FDA issued Warning Letters to a number of CBD-related companies. The lawsuits take on a number of issues including the fact it is not allowed by federal law, that the levels are not controlled, and that THC can be present in the product.
. "On November 27, plaintiff Adam DaSilva filed suit against Infinite Product Co alleging the company sells food, supplement and cosmetic products that are unapproved new drugs in violation of federal law. DaSilva said in the proposed class action suit that Infinite Product’s CBD products are misleadingly labeled and are illegal to sell. In the complaint, DaSilva pointed to the FDA’s recent warning letter to Infinite Products, detailing numerous violations regarding its products, including skin creams and gummies"
A California company that manufactured chocolate with CBD was "hit with a proposed class action in California federal court claiming the candies don’t contain the advertised amounts of CBD and THC." There were also a few cases where truck drivers failed THC-in-blood test after using CBD product
National Law Review
https://www.natlawreview.com/article/proposed-class-action-alleges-company-s-cbd-products-violate-federal-law
National Law Review
https://www.natlawreview.com/article/proposed-class-action-alleges-company-s-cbd-products-violate-federal-law
Proposed Class Action Alleges Company’s CBD Products Violate Federal Law
PA Dept of Health Issues Advisory in SEPA Healthcare Facilities after 29 Cases of Salmonella
The Pennsylvania Dept of Health issued an advisory regarding a Salmonella outbreak in 4 healthcare facilities in southeastern PA. "To date, we have identified 29 case-patients who spent time during their incubation periods in one of four healthcare facilities experiencing outbreaks, which include two hospitals and two long-term care facilities (LTCFs). Known onset dates range from November 19-November 30, 2019."
https://www.radnor.com/CivicAlerts.aspx
PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 2019: Health Advisory Regarding Salmonella
Posted on: December 5, 2019
https://www.radnor.com/CivicAlerts.aspx
PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 2019: Health Advisory Regarding Salmonella
Posted on: December 5, 2019
Special Kitty Pet Food Recalled Due to Ingredient Issue
J. M. Smucker Company today announced a voluntary recall of specific lots of Special Kitty® wet, canned cat food due to health concerns potentially associated with ingredients believed to not meet the Company’s quality and safety standards. Ingesting impacted product may cause nausea with excessive salivation, diarrhea or vomiting to more severe symptoms including difficulty walking, seizures and, in extreme situations, death. Pet parents (aka pet owners) are encouraged to contact their cat’s veterinarian immediately if their cat is displaying any of these symptoms.
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/j-m-smucker-company-issues-voluntary-recall-specific-lots-special-kittyr-wet-canned-cat-food-due
The J. M. Smucker Company Issues Voluntary Recall of Specific Lots of Special Kitty® Wet, Canned Cat Food Due to Health Concerns
Summary
Company Announcement Date: December 05, 2019
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/j-m-smucker-company-issues-voluntary-recall-specific-lots-special-kittyr-wet-canned-cat-food-due
The J. M. Smucker Company Issues Voluntary Recall of Specific Lots of Special Kitty® Wet, Canned Cat Food Due to Health Concerns
Summary
Company Announcement Date: December 05, 2019
FDA Publish Date: December 05, 2019
Product Type:Animal & Veterinary Pet Food Target Animal – Safety
Reason for Announcement: Products don’t meet the Company’s quality and safety standards
Company Name: The J. M. Smucker Company
Company Name: The J. M. Smucker Company
Brand Name: Special Kitty
Product Description: Wet, canned cat food
Product Description: Wet, canned cat food
Bagged Cole Slaw Mix Recalled After Positive Salmonella Sample
Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. is recalling a limited number of cases of Colorful Coleslaw (President's Choice and Marketside brands) after a sample of President’s Choice Colorful Coleslaw yielded a positive Salmonella result in random testing conducted by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/dole-fresh-vegetables-announces-precautionary-limited-recall-colorful-coleslaw
Dole Fresh Vegetables Announces Precautionary Limited Recall of Colorful Coleslaw
Summary
Company Announcement Date: December 03, 2019
FDA Publish Date: December 03, 2019
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Potential Salmonella Contamination
Company Name:Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc.
Brand Name: President’s Choice, Marketside
Product Description: Colorful Coleslaw
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/dole-fresh-vegetables-announces-precautionary-limited-recall-colorful-coleslaw
Dole Fresh Vegetables Announces Precautionary Limited Recall of Colorful Coleslaw
Summary
Company Announcement Date: December 03, 2019
FDA Publish Date: December 03, 2019
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Potential Salmonella Contamination
Company Name:Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc.
Brand Name: President’s Choice, Marketside
Product Description: Colorful Coleslaw
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