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The FDA reported that Xin Ao International Group Corp (Linden, NJ) recalled 200 grams packages of “Sss Enoki Mushroom” and “K-Fresh Mushroom” because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. “Sss Enoki Mushroom” & “K-Fresh Mushroom” were sold at 99 Ranch Supermarket retail stores in MD. The product comes in 200 grams, clear plastic package marked with lot #6953150100677 for “Sss Enoki Mushroom” &4892742010234for “K-Fresh Mushroom” on the top and with an expiration date of 02/15/2023 stamped on the side. The recall resulted from a routine sampling program by the Maryland Department of Health, revealing that the finished products contained the bacteria. The company has stopped the production and distribution of the product. The FDA and the company continue investigating what caused the problem. Listeria monocytogenes in enoki mushrooms seem to be a widespread problem. A kill step should be added to the product. @ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/xin-ao-international-group-corp-recalls-sss-enoki-mushroom-k-fresh-mushroom-because-potential-health

FSA reported that Lidl GB recalled Deluxe Strolghino Salami because Salmonella was found in the product. Point of sale notices are displayed in retail stores selling this product. The recalled Lidl products are those from the 250g packs and those with Use By dates of April 13, 2023, and May 8, 2023. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled. https://www.food.gov.uk/news-alerts/alert/fsa-prin-04-2023

Food Safety News reported that the FDA finally agreed that tara was the ingredient that caused illnesses in the Daily Harvest product French Lentils & Leek Crumbles. “Based on component ingredient analysis, FDA identified tara protein flour and sacha inchi powder as ingredients of interest,” the FDA reported in a 508-page document released recently through a Freedom of Information Act request. The document reported, “As of 10/18/2022, there were 393 adverse illness reports in 39 states with 133 hospitalization and 0 deaths. Based on reports, the estimated illness onset dates range from 4/19/2022 – 9/4/2022. Tara flour, the suspect ingredient in the crumbles, comes from the seeds of the tara plant grown in the higher altitudes of Peru. “Information from reported adverse illness events identified French Lentil and Leek Crumbles manufactured by Stone Gate Foods dba Second Bite Foods and distributed by Daily Harvest as the confirmed vehicle in this incident. However, the specific cause or route of contamination could not be determined.” After the CORE Outbreak Close, the FDA plans to inspect the tara protein flour and Sacha inch powder. According to the FDA report, “Between 7/5/2022 – 10/7/2022, FDA received nine CCs and 10 CAERS reports associated with Revive Superfoods products. “Of the 19 CCs and CAERS reports, 9 complaints referenced Revive Mango & Pineapple Smoothies, and 10 referenced multiple flavors of Revive smoothie products as a cause for their illness. The Revive Superfoods Mango & Pineapple Smoothie also contained tara protein flour as a component ingredient. The FDA tested individual ingredients, including tara flour, for the crumbles and found toxic metals. The toxic metals screen included the following metals above the reporting limit (200 ng/g): vanadium, chromium, cobalt, nickel, arsenic, selenium, cadmium, mercury, thallium, and lead. @ https://www.foodsafetynews.com/2023/02/fda-says-tara-flour-was-likely-behind-illnesses-tied-to-daily-harvest-crumbles/

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) recalled PC brand “Canadian Cheddar” cheese due to possible Listeria contamination. The recall is for PC brand Canadian Cheddar Cheese, aged one year and sold in 250 gram packages with a best before date of August 24, 2023. The cheese was sold nationwide at Loblaw Companies Limited stores, including Real Canadian Superstore locations. There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product. @ https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/pc-brand-canadian-cheddar-cheese-recalled-due-listeria-monocytogenes?utm_source=gc-notify&utm_medium=email&utm_content=en&utm_campaign=hc-sc-rsa-22-23&