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A Recall on All Batches of “Smoked Trout Filet”
The CFIA has recently announced a recall against all batches of “smoked trout fillet” processed by the Milford Bay Trout Farm Inc. The recall was made with their full cooperation. The smoked trout is believed to be contaminated by the bacteria Clostridium botulin. Food that has been contaminated by these bacteria does not show signs…
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Batches of Fontaine Santé “Sal-Couscous Royale” Recalled for Bacterial Contamination
Canadian company Aliments Fontaine Santé Inc., in cooperation with the CFIA, has recently recalled certain batches of Fontaine Santé “Sal-Couscous Royale.” The product is believed to be contaminated by the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogene is a common bacterial contaminant in food. These harmful bacteria can cause food poisoning or infection known as Listeriosis. Common…
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Grape Tomatoes Recalled for Possible Bacterial Contamination
Missouri-based food company Front Row Produce is recalling some batches of its grape tomatoes for a possible bacterial contamination. The grape tomatoes are believed to have been contaminated by the Salmonella bacteria. Salmonella is a harmful bacterium that commonly contaminates food. These bacteria can cause serious medical harm to the body. Common symptoms of infection…
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Cilantro Recalled for Possible Salmonella Contamination
California-based food company Pacific International Marketing is voluntary recalling its Cilantro, with the assistance of the Food and Drug Administration. The recalled cilantro are believed to be contaminated by the Salmonella bacteria. The problem was discovered when a sample of Pacific-branded cilantro was tested and found to contain Salmonella. 6,141 cartons of Pacific Cilantro are…
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Certain Brands of Sliced Mushrooms Recalled for Possible Contamination
On December 10, the CFIA announced a health hazard warning against certain brands of sliced mushrooms. The public alert was made with the cooperation of the products’ manufacturer, Greenwood Mushroom Farm. The said sliced mushrooms are believed to have been contaminated by the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes. This bacteria is one of the common and harmful…
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Green Valley Food Expands Recall of Alfalfa Sprouts
Texas-based Green Valley Food Corporation has recently expanded its recall of its Alfalfa Sprouts. The recall was initiated because of a possible bacterial contamination, specifically of the bacteria Salmonella. The problem was discovered when results of a routine analysis showed the presence of Salmonella in a sample of about 5 ounces. The sample was inside…
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Nordic Creamery Grumpy Goat Shreds Recalled for Possible Bacterial Contamination
Wisconsin-based food company Bekkum Family Farms LLC announced a recall for its shredded cheese product on the 3rd of January. The recalled product, “Nordic Creamery Grumpy Goat Shreds,” is believed to be contaminated with the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes. The cheese product is packed in 8-ounce retail bags with a date code of 10-MAR-12. The product…
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A Product Recall on Sliced Herring Fillets
New Jersey-based food company Zip International Group LLC is recalling a specific batch of its sliced herring fillet (also known as Forelka). The seafood is being recalled because of the possibility of infection by Listeria monocytogenes, a harmful bacterial contaminant. The problem and subsequent recall was made after it was found during a routine sampling…
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