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The CDC, public health and regulatory officials in several states, and the USDA-FSIS collected epidemiological data to investigate a multistate outbreak of Salmonella I 4:I:- infections in Fratelli Beretta Charcuterie. 104 people were reported to be infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella in 33 states. Illnesses started from November 20, 2023, to February 10, 2024. Of 92 people with information available, 27 were hospitalized. No deaths were reported. The true number of sick people in this outbreak was likely much higher than the number reported, and this outbreak may not have been limited to the states with known illnesses. This is because many people recover without medical care and are not tested for Salmonella. Minnesota Department of Agriculture collected one unopened package of the twin-pack of Busseto brand charcuterie sampler from a sick person’s home. WGS showed that the Salmonella in the charcuterie sampler was closely related to bacteria from sick people. USDA-FSIS collected Coppa and Antipasto tray products from Fratelli Beretta, which tested positive for Salmonella. WGS showed two strains of Salmonella that differed from those of ill people in this outbreak, and the Minnesota Department of Health collected the Antipasto. @ https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/charcuterie-meats-01-24/details.html

CORE update of March 20, 2024: the CORE list of outbreaks and adverse events includes two activity cases—the outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 (ref # 1215) linked to raw cheddar cheese. The advisory was updated on March 26, 2024. The outbreak has ended, and the FDA’s outbreak investigation is closed. The advisory has been updated to reflect CDC case findings in the investigation of elevated lead & chromium levels in cinnamon applesauce pouches (ref #1198). @ https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/investigations-foodborne-illness-outbreaks?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

The CFIA triggered a recall of Enoki mushrooms from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination due to positive test results. Therefore, Goldenway International Trade Co. Ltd. recalled Enoki Mushroom from the Canadian marketplace. The recall is in Ontario and Quebec. There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product. @ https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/enoki-mushroom-recalled-due-listeria-monocytogenes-3

The FDA reported that Roland Foods, LLC of New York, New York, recalled Roland® Tahini (100% Ground Sesame Seeds) 16 oz. because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The product was distributed to many states through retail stores and food service outlets. Roland Foods distributed the product from September 2023 through January 2024. This recall applies only to Roland® Tahini (100% Ground Sesame Seeds) 16 oz. with a Best By Date of October 19, 2024. Roland Foods has received no reports of illness related to the recalled product. The recall resulted from a routine sampling program by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, which revealed that the product tested positive for Salmonella. The company has ceased product distribution and initiated an investigation in partnership with the manufacturer as to the root cause of the problem. @ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/roland-foods-llc-recalls-rolandr-tahini-100-ground-sesame-seeds-16-oz-because-possible-health-risk#:~:text=The%20product%20was%20distributed%20by,the%20top%20of%20the%20bottle.