Aliments Prince, S.E.C., is Recalling Approximately 380,000 Pounds of Diced Bacon Products Reason: May be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Through routine testing on July 19, 2011, FSIS found a sample of cooked diced bacon imported from Aliments Prince, S.E.C. to be positive for Listeria monocytogenes. The initial product represented by that sample was refused entry. An in-depth investigation by the firm and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency into the root cause of the Listeria monocytogenes finding resulted in a recall of all precooked bacon products from the Canadian firm. Packs/Codes: The following product(s) are subject to recall: 10-lb. shipping container with two 5-lb. packages of "Napoli Cooked Bacon Topping" that bear the case code 83600 10-lb. shipping container with two 5-lb. packages of "Stefano Brand Cooked Diced Bacon" that bear the case code 83601 10-lb. shipping container with two 5-lb. packages of "Bellissimo Cooked Diced Bacon" that bear the case code 83602 10-lb. shipping container with two 5-lb. packages of "Olymel Cooked Diced Bacon" that bear the case code 83603 10-lb. shipping container with two 5-lb. packages of "Assoluti Cooked Diced Bacon" that bear the case code 83608 All production dates prior to August 10, 2011, are subject to recall. The labels on the shipping containers have "EST No. 169A" and "Product of Canada." Distribution: [USA ex Canada]: The products were shipped to distribution centers in the U.S. for further distribution to food service institutions. Contact: Retailers with questions about the recall can contact the company at 1-800-361-5800. … [Read more...]
Fresh Food Concepts, Inc. Recalls Layer Dip Products Containing Guacamole
Fresh Food Concepts, Inc. Recalls Layer Dip Products Containing Guacamole Reason: Because the avocado has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. This recall was the result of a routine sampling program by the FDA which revealed that the imported AVOCADO PULP used in these products contained the bacteria. The company has ceased the use of avocado from the supplier. Packs/Codes: The product can be identified as follows: Product Description UPC Code Use By date code Fresh Food Concepts 5 Layer Dip, 32 oz 29358-11272 09/16/11 and before Delicioso 5 Layer Dip, 15 oz 29358-12229 09/16/11 and before Delicioso 5 Layer Dip, 30 oz 29358-12230 09/16/11 and before Rojo's Ultimate 7 Layer Dip, 36 oz 35196-44162 09/16/11 and before Fresh Food Concepts 5 Layer Dip, 16 oz 35196-44216 09/16/11 and before Rojo's Supreme 6 Layer Dip, 44 oz 47502-44180 09/16/11 and before Rojo's 6 Layer Dip, 44 oz 47502-44185 09/16/11 and before Rojo's 6 Layer Dip, 44 oz 47502-44189 09/16/11 and before Fresh Food Concepts 5 Layer Dip, 454 g 35196-44214 09/16/11 and before Signature Café 6 Layer Dip, 15 oz 21130-06191 09/16/11 and before Signature Café 6 Layer Dip, 30 oz 21130-06192 09/16/11 and before Signature Café 6 Layer Dip, 425 g 58200-06034 09/16/11 and before Signature Café 6 Layer Dip, 850 g 58200-06032 09/16/11 and before Product with expiration dates USE BY 09/24/11 and AFTER are made with avocado from a different source and are NOT involved in this recall. No other products made by Fresh Food Concepts are involved in this recall. Distribution: [US & CANADA]: The product was distributed nationwide and Canada through retail supermarkets and club stores. Contact: Retailers with questions about the recall can contact the company at 1-714-562-5000 ext 134, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM PDT. … [Read more...]
National Beef Packing Co. Is Recalling Ground Beef Products
National Beef Packing Co. Is Recalling Approximately 60,424 Pounds of Ground Beef Products Reason: May be adulterated with E. coli O157:H7. The problem was discovered as a result of routine microbial testing conducted by the Ohio Department of Agriculture at a state-inspected facility that had purchased these products for further processing. A traceback investigation revealed that the slaughter facility, National Beef Packing Co. products were the sole source for the positive product sample. Packs/Codes: The products subject to recall include: Ground beef chubs produced on July 23, 2011 with a Freeze by Date of August 12, 2011: Boxes containing six 10-pound chubs of "National Beef 80/20 Fine Ground Chuck." These can be identified by the product code 483. Boxes containing eight 5-pound chubs of "National Beef 80/20 Fine Ground Chuck." These can be identified by the product code 684. Boxes containing twelve 3-pound chubs of "National Beef 80/20 Fine Ground Chuck." These can be identified by the product code 782 or 785. Boxes containing six 10-pound chubs of "National Beef 80/20 Fine Ground Chuck." These can be identified by the product code 787. Ground beef chubs produced on July 25, 2011 with a Freeze by Date of August 14, 2011: Boxes containing eight 10-pound chubs of "National Beef 81/19 Fine Ground Beef." These can be identified by the product code 431. Boxes containing eight 10-pound chubs of "National Beef 90/10 Fine Ground Beef." These can be identified by the product code 471. Boxes containing six 10-pound chubs of "National Beef 86/14 Fine Ground Round." These can be identified by the product code 494. Each box and chub bears the establishment number "Est. 262" within the USDA mark of inspection. The products were shipped to distributors nationwide for further processing and/or distribution. It is important to note that the products listed above may have been repackaged into consumer-size packages and sold under different retail brand names. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on FSIS' website at www.fsis.usda.gov/FSIS_Recalls/Open_Federal_Cases/index.asp. Distribution: Nationwide. The products were shipped to distributors nationwide for further processing and/or distribution. Contact: Retailers with questions about the recall can contact the company's Vice President of Marketing, Keith Welty, at (816) … [Read more...]
Sabor Farms Recalls Cilantro
FOOD RECALL ACTION ALERT January 31, 2011 For Immediate Release Contact:Christine Cunnick National Grocers Association Sabor Farms Recalls Cilantro Sold Between Jan. 14 And Jan. 28 Under The Labels Nature's Reward, Ocean Mist, Tanimura & Antle And Queen Victoria Recall Reason: Because the cilantro may be contaminated with Salmonella. Products/Codes: The recalled cilantro was sold between Jan. 14 and Jan. 28 under the labels Nature's Reward, Ocean Mist, Tanimura & Antle and Queen Victoria. The company says the contamination was detected in a routine surveillance sample at its Salinas facility. Distribution: [Multi-State]: Sabor Farms says the products were on store shelves in California and several other states. N.G.A. is the national trade association representing the retail and wholesale grocers that comprise the independent sector of the food distribution industry. An independent retailer is a privately owned or controlled food retail company operating a variety of formats. Most independent operators are serviced by wholesale distributors, while others may be partially or fully self-distributing. Some are publicly traded but with controlling shares held by the family and others are employee owned. Independents are the true "entrepreneurs" of the grocery industry and dedicated to their customers, associates, and communities. N.G.A. members include retail and wholesale grocers, state grocers associations, as well as manufacturers and service suppliers. For more information about N.G.A. and the independent sector of the industry, see the N.G.A. website: www.nationalgrocers.org. … [Read more...]
Recall of Shell Eggs
Re: RECALL OF SHELL EGGS Dear Retail Food Facility Owner/Permittee: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) are investigating Salmonella contamination in shell eggs from Wright County Egg, which is packaged under the following brand names: Lucerne, Albertson, Mountain Dairy, Ralph’s, Boomsma’s, Sunshine, Hillandale, Trafficanda, Farm Fresh, Shoreland, Lund, Dutch Farms and Kemps. Please see the reverse side of this letter for the CDPH’s official recall notice. Consumers who believe they may have purchased these shell eggs should not eat them but should return them to the store where they were purchased for a full refund or destroy them. This recall is of shell eggs only. Other egg products produced by Wright County Eggs are not affected. Consumers with questions should visit www.eggsafety.org. Additionally, please take the following actions to ensure recalled products are not sold for consumption: Contact your suppliers and wholesalers to determine if the products for sale at your retail market are safe or subject to being recalled by their manufacturers Remove from sale the recalled food products immediately. Recalled food products must not be offered for consumption to your customers or employees. Coordinate with your distributor on the return or disposal of recalled products. Discard products in a safe and secure manner Sign up for FDA recall updates at http://www.fda.gov/opacom/7alerts.html. Monitor the website for updated information. Document the disposition of products that are recalled within your facilities and maintain proper recordkeeping. Advise persons who think they may have become ill from the shell eggs to consult with their health care providers. If used, raw shell eggs should be fully cooked to an internal temperature of at least 145 degrees Fahrenheit. If shell eggs are served undercooked, a consumer advisory should be posted in accordance with the California Retail Food Code (Cal Code) Eggs should be purchased or received from a distributor refrigerated and stored refrigerated at ≤ 45 ̊ F (≤7 ̊ C) at all times. Wash hands, cooking utensils, and food preparation surfaces with soap and water after contact with raw eggs. Please refer to FDA guidance at http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm222501.htm for further information and updates on the shell egg recall. Thank you for your food safety efforts. "Environmental and … [Read more...]
Hellman Recalls Avocado Pulp
Food Recall Action Alert July 9, 2010 For Immediate Release Contact:Christine Cunnick 703-516-0700 National Grocers Association J. Hellman Frozen Foods, Inc. Recalls 992 Cases Señor Mexicano Avocado Pulp Recall Reason: Because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. This recall notification is being issued out of an abundance of caution based on a confirmed positive result for Listeria monocytogenes in a random sample test conducted by the FDA. Packs/Codes: Señor Mexicano™ Avocado Pulp, 2lbs bags (UPC Code 7 503012 650001) with the following Lot number: A 21 04 10 / A 21 04 12. Photos: Product Labels The company has said they have notified all their customers who have received the product in question and have directed them to remove it from their shelves and return to them as soon as possible. Because it is possible that products bearing the Lot number A 21 04 10 / A 21 04 12 were further distributed and could be on store shelves and in consumer homes, this recall is being extended to the general public. Instructions for Retailers/Distributors: Immediately examine your inventory and quarantine product subject to recall. If you have product purchased between these dates, please with the affected Lot number contact J. Hellman Frozen Foods, Inc. immediately and return this product as soon as possible in order to credit your account accordingly. Distribution: [Multi-State]: Distributed in California and Hawaii. Contact: Retailers with questions regarding the recall should contact Greg Abadjian, Director of Food Safety at 213 - 243-9105 betweem the hours of 4 A.M. and 9:30 A.M. N.G.A. is the national trade association representing the retail and wholesale grocers that comprise the independent sector of the food distribution industry. An independent retailer is a privately owned or controlled food retail company operating a variety of formats. Most independent operators are serviced by wholesale distributors, while others may be partially or fully self-distributing. Some are publicly traded but with controlling shares held by the family and others are employee owned. Independents are the true "entrepreneurs" of the grocery industry and dedicated to their customers, associates, and communities. N.G.A. members include retail and wholesale grocers, state grocers associations, as well as manufacturers and service suppliers. For more information about N.G.A. and the independent sector of the industry, see … [Read more...]
