In 2019, the FDA and others began a multi-year study in Yuma County, Arizona, to improve understanding of the environmental factors that may impact the presence of foodborne pathogens in the Southwest agricultural...
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BlogSouthwest Agricultural Region Environmental Microbiology Study on Foodborne Pathogens (2019 – 2024)
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In the newsBoar’s Head announces the closure of the Jarratt plant in Virginia, which is linked to a deadly Listeria outbreak
Boars Head (Sarasota, Florida) said it’s closing the Virginia plant tied to a deadly Listeria outbreak. Liverwurst is the product that was linked to the deaths of nine people and hospitalizations of about 50 others in ...
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In the newsIn Canada, Kirkland Signature brand Greek Yogurt (24 pack) recalled due to mold
The CFIA reported that General Mills Canada Co.(Mississauga, Ontario) recalled the Costco Kirkland Signature branded Greek Yogurt products from the Canadian marketplace due to suspected mold contamination. The Kirkland...
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BlogThe source of decade-long Listeria outbreaks was identified as cheeses manufactured by Rizo Lopez Foods
The CDC reported that as of February 8, 2024, 26 people were infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria. 23 were hospitalized, and 2 died. The CDC investigated some outbreaks connected to queso...
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In the newsMAPAQ warned consumers not to consume hummus prepared and sold by Boulangerie Bagels on Greene ltée due to Bacillus cereus
The Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation (MAPAQ), in collaboration with the Food Inspection Division of the City of Montreal and Boulangerie Bagels on Greene Ltd., (4160, rue Sainte-Cat...
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In the newsA & W Chicken Breast fully cooked was recalled from the Canadian market due to undercooking
According to the CFIA, Maple Leaf Foods Inc. (Mississauga, Ontario) A & W Chicken Breast Portion Fully Cooked Breaded, Seasoned Boneless, Skinless Fillets were recalled due to undercooking. As a result, the products can ...