Master Grocer
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Rouses Markets Recalls Tuna Steaks
On February 4, 2011, a product recall was announced by Rouses Markets for one of the products that it is selling, the tuna steak (yellow fin). The reason for the recall is the possibility of an elevated level of histamine in the product. The elevated histamine levels were discovered after two consumers were reported to…
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A Product Recall on Whole Wheat Bread due to Undeclared Allergen
In Commerce, California, Unified Grocers has announced a product recall on two brands of whole wheat bread due to the presence of milk, which is a common allergen. The recalled brands are Cottage Hearth Stone and 7 Select. The recall was announced after it was found out that some of the packaging of the whole…
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The Possible Health Effects of Artificial Food Coloring
Grocery stores all over the country display a wide array of foods with colorful artificial coloring. Many people don’t think much about artificial coloring in their foods. Artificial food-coloring products have made a big impact in making food look more appetizing, especially to kids. In fact, studies have shown that the rich color artificial dyes…
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Full-Strength Beer Being Considered as a Grocery Store Item in Colorado
In Colorado, Lawmakers are again considering the idea of selling full strength beer in groceries. For the third time in three consecutive years, a proposal has been initiated that would permit grocery stores to sell full-strength beer. This proposal is contained in House Bill number 1284. As usual, the bill has gotten a great deal…
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A Product Recall for Pickled Sliced Beets
On the 21st of March, Lakeside Incorporated announced a product recall for some brands of its pickled sliced beets. The reason for the recall is a possible bacterial contamination due to possible under-processing of the beets. The recall was done with the FDA’s knowledge and Lakeside distributors have already been informed of the recall. The…
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Cantaloupes Recall Due to Possible Contamination of Salmonella Panama
The company Del Monte Fresh of Florida has announced a voluntary product recall of its cantaloupes. The reason for this recall is the possibility of contamination by the bacteria Salmonella Panama. The recall was made on the 22nd of March. There are 4,992 cartons of cantaloupes that are being recalled, each container having 4 mesh…
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Prices of Vegetables in Groceries Expected to Go Down Soon
In the past weeks, a significant increase in the prices of vegetables has been observed and it has caused sticker shock at how high the prices have become. Farmers and grocery owners attribute the price increase of fresh produce to the cold weather that the Southern part of the United States, as well as Mexico,…
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Grand Plans for Nice N Easy
In Syracuse, New York, the Nice N Easy Grocery Shoppe chain is planning something big in order to offer groceries to areas in New York which have been underserved. This was according to a report by The Post-Standard. Currently, Nice N Easy grocery chain already has 80 stores and is still continuing its expansion and…
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