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After the FDA closing the Michigan Abbott plant, a shortage of infant formula was created. The FDA provided an update on steps that will lead to millions of cans of additional infant and specialty formula being available to US consumers. The FDA, exercising enforcement discretion for importing certain infant formula, allows Kendal Nutricare currently has over 40,000 cans in stock, for immediate sending to the US as quickly as possible. A new process in which the FDA would not object to importing certain infant formula products intended for a foreign market or distribution in the US of products manufactured here for export to foreign countries. The FDA remains in further discussions with manufacturers and suppliers regarding additional supplies. The FDA is announcing that it is not objecting to releasing about 300,000 cans of EleCare amino acid-based infant formula previously produced at Abbott Nutrition’s Sturgis, Michigan, facility. The FDA also announced that EleCare will be the first formula produced at the Sturgis facility when it restarts production. The FDA also monitors online marketplaces for fraudulent products and works with major online retailers to remove violative and harmful products offered for sale on their sites. @ https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-flexibilities-yield-millions-cans-additional-infant-formula-coming-months-increase-supply?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

The FDA reported that Taher Inc. of Plymouth, MN, is recalling its 6.3 ounce packages of “Fresh Seasons Power Packs” because they contain Jif Peanut Butter, and therefore, have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The recalled “Fresh Seasons Power Packs” were distributed in Minnesota and Western Wisconsin in retail stores and vending machines. The product comes in a 6.3 ounce, clear plastic package marked with lot numbers: 135-142 on the bottom with expiration dates ranging from 5/24 to 5/31. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. The potential for contamination was noted after confirming the firm received ¾ oz Creamy Peanut Butter Foodservice Cups affected by the nationwide Jif Peanut Butter Recall. @ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/taher-inc-recalls-fresh-seasons-power-packs

Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI), in cooperation with J. M. Smucker Co., has voluntarily recalled 11 store-prepared items due to possible Salmonella contamination. The store-prepared items were available for purchase at Safeway, Lucky, Haggen, Carrs-Safeway, Eagle, Tom Thumb, United, Amigos, Market Street, Albertsons Market, Andronico’s Community Markets, Vons, Pak ‘N Save, Shaw’s, Star Market, Randalls, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, King’s and Balducci’s. There have been no reports of injuries or adverse reactions due to the consumption of these products. Jif Peanut Butter Recalled From Walmart, Sam’s Club, and Other Retailers Nationwide. According to the CDC, there have been 14 reported illnesses and two hospitalizations linked to the recent consumption of Jif Peanut Butter. @ 

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The FDA reported that Cargill recalls select lots of Milk and Dark Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Ritz® Crackers, Peanut Butter Meltaways, Peanut Butter Eggs, and Fudge sold locally through the Wilbur Chocolate Retail Store in Lititz, Pa. and online at Wilburbuds.com. The products contain Jif® peanut butter that the J.M. Smucker company recalled on May 20, 2022, due to the potential for Salmonella contamination. Salmonella. No illnesses or health-related complaints in connection with this recall have been reported to Cargill. @ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/cargill-voluntarily-recalls-795-8oz-boxes-product-containing-jifr-peanut-butter-due-potential