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Listeria

December 13, 2024

New Age International Inc announced a recall on December 11, 2024, for its 200g packaged Daily Veggies Enoki Mushroom product due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall was initiated after the presence of the bacteria was discovered in samples collected from a store in Baltimore, Maryland. The affected product was distributed nationwide in retail stores and is marked with UPC code 8809159458890. While no illnesses have been reported, Listeria monocytogenes can cause severe infections, particularly in vulnerable populations.

Health Risks of Listeria

Listeria monocytogenes infection can be severe, particularly for young children, the elderly, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Symptoms in healthy individuals may include high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, while infections in pregnant women can lead to miscarriage or stillbirth.

Consumers are urged not to consume the recalled products and are advised to dispose of them or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you were impacted by this recall, you could be eligible for compensation. Contact Keep Food Safe for legal assistance to safeguard your rights and stay updated on critical food safety information.

 

December 3, 2024

Baker Farms has issued a recall for its Baker Farms Curly Mustard Greens due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This bacterium poses a significant health risk, particularly to young children, the elderly, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems.

The recalled product includes 16-ounce plastic bags of Baker Farms Curly Mustard Greens marked with a Best By date of 11-21-2024, UPC 8 13098 02018 4, and Lot Code bak144-6806. It was packaged on November 4, 2024, and distributed between November 5 and November 9, 2024, to distribution centers in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas. The contamination was identified on November 29, 2024, when the Texas Department of State Health Services reported a positive test result for Listeria monocytogenes. While no illnesses have been reported to date, Baker Farms urges consumers not to consume the product. Customers may return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund or discard it.

The recall applies only to the listed product; no other bagged greens are affected. The Best By date and Lot Code can be found on the front of each package.

Health Risks of Listeria

Listeria monocytogenes infection can be severe, particularly for young children, the elderly, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Symptoms in healthy individuals may include high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, while infections in pregnant women can lead to miscarriage or stillbirth.

Consumers are urged not to consume the recalled products and are advised to dispose of them or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you were impacted by this recall, you could be eligible for compensation. Contact Keep Food Safe for legal assistance to safeguard your rights and stay updated on critical food safety information.

 

December 2, 2024

Gracie’s Kitchens, based in New Haven, Connecticut, is recalling all ready-to-eat fruit and vegetable products manufactured at its facility between November 4 and November 13, 2024. The recall is due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems.

The recalled products were distributed to grocery stores in Connecticut and New York and have sell-by dates ranging from November 9, 2024, to November 24, 2024. The products are no longer available in stores and are past their sell-by dates.

No illnesses have been reported at this time. The recall was initiated after environmental sampling detected the presence of Listeria monocytogenes at the facility. Gracie’s Kitchens is cooperating with the Food and Drug Administration to address the issue.

Health Risks of Listeria

Listeria monocytogenes infection can be severe, particularly for young children, the elderly, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Symptoms in healthy individuals may include high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, while infections in pregnant women can lead to miscarriage or stillbirth.

Consumers are urged not to consume the recalled products and are advised to dispose of them or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you were affected by this recall, you may be eligible for a compensation. Reach out to Keep Food Safe for legal guidance on how to protect your rights and stay informed about food safety issues.

 

 

November 8, 2024

On November 6, 2024, CIBUS Fresh, based in Noblesville, Indiana, announced a recall of its Autumn Turkey Sandwiches following potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall was triggered by the supplier’s notification that Glenview Farms Spreadable Brie, used in these sandwiches, could contain the harmful bacteria. This product was distributed under various labels, including CIBUS Fresh (CF), Jack & Olive (J&O), and Sprig and Sprout (S&S), across six states: Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Ohio, and Tennessee.

The affected items are:

  • CF Autumn Turkey Sandwich (9.65 oz) – Item Number: 79616, UPC: 00810028251915, Expiration: 11/02/24 to 11/09/24
  • J&O Autumn Turkey Sandwich (9.65 oz) – Item Number: 79615, UPC: 00810028251915, Expiration: 11/02/24 to 11/09/24
  • S&S Autumn Turkey Sandwich (9.65 oz) – Item Number: 84408, UPC: 00810028251915, Expiration: 11/03/24 to 11/09/24

No other CIBUS Fresh products are impacted by this recall. CIBUS Fresh has stopped producing and distributing items containing Glenview Farms Spreadable Brie. The company is working closely with the FDA to ensure the recalled products are swiftly removed from store shelves.

Health Risks of Listeria

Listeria monocytogenes infection can be severe, particularly for young children, the elderly, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Symptoms in healthy individuals may include high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, while infections in pregnant women can lead to miscarriage or stillbirth.

Consumers are urged not to consume the recalled products and are advised to dispose of them or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you were affected by this recall, you may be eligible for a compensation. Reach out to Keep Food Safe for legal guidance on how to protect your rights and stay informed about food safety issues.

 

 

November 4, 2024

On November 2, 2024, Savencia Cheese USA announced a voluntary recall of specific soft ripened cheeses due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. This recall involves several brands, including Aldi and La Bonne Vie, affecting products identified by certain UPC codes and a best buy date of December 24, 2024. Consumers are urged to check labels carefully, avoid consumption of these items, and return them to their place of purchase for a full refund.

The recall was initiated after routine testing revealed that processing equipment at Savencia’s Lena manufacturing facility might have been exposed to Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium capable of causing serious infections. Although no finished products tested positive for contamination, and there have been no reported illnesses, Savencia chose to act out of an abundance of caution, working closely with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ensure public safety.

The affected cheeses were distributed to a limited number of retailers in the United States, and these stores are actively removing the products from their shelves. Consumers are advised to check for specific items such as Emporium Selection Brie, Supreme Oval, La Bonne Vie Brie, and Camembert varieties. To identify these recalled products, consumers should confirm the best buy date as December 24, 2024, and verify the UPC codes listed on the packaging.

The affected products include:

  • Emporium Selection Brie, 8oz – UPC 004149811132 / 041498111328
  • Supreme Oval, 7oz – UPC 007144850421 / 071448504214
  • Industrial Brie, 8oz – UPC 077901005229
  • Market Basket Brie, 8oz – UPC 004970566630 / 049705666302
  • La Bonne Vie Brie, 8oz -GTIN 10820581678538
  • La Bonne Vie Camembert, 8oz –GTIN 10820581678613

Consumption of Listeria-contaminated food can result in severe health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations such as young children, elderly individuals, pregnant women, and people with compromised immune systems. Symptoms of Listeria infection can range from high fever, severe headache, and muscle stiffness to nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. In pregnant women, infection can lead to miscarriage or stillbirth.

If you have been affected by this cheese recall, you may be eligible for compensation. Contact Keep Food Safe to explore your legal options and learn how we can assist you in pursuing a claim.

November 2, 2024

 

HH Fresh Trading Corp of California has issued a recall for its 200g Taiwan Enoki mushrooms after discovering potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria poses serious health risks, particularly to young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. While healthy individuals may experience only mild symptoms, Listeria infection can lead to severe outcomes, including miscarriages and stillbirths in pregnant women.

The recalled Enoki mushrooms, packaged in 200g clear plastic bags with barcode #4711498860019, were distributed to multiple retail stores in West Virginia on August 20 and August 23, 2024. On October 11, 2024, HH Fresh Trading received confirmation that a sample tested by the FDA on September 9, 2024, revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. In response, the company has immediately suspended production while working with the FDA to investigate the source of the contamination. So far, no illnesses have been reported.

Consumers who purchased the affected product are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you were affected by this recall, you may be eligible for a compensation. Reach out to Keep Food Safe for legal guidance on how to protect your rights and stay informed about food safety issues.

 

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