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The FDA reported that HAIFA SMOKED FISH (Jamaica, NY) recalled approximately 230 LB OF TURBOT COLD SMOKED 8 OZ PACKAGES LOT # 246 because it can be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The product was distributed to New York and New Jersey retail stores. The product is packaged in clear plastic with a gold board containing sliced Turbot fish with a blue label that reads “Haifa Smoked Fish & Caviar Turbot Cold Smoked” Net wt. 8 oz/227g. No illnesses have been reported up to date. The recall resulted from a routine sampling program by the New York State Department of Agriculture which revealed that the finished product is contained with Listeria monocytogenes. Haifa Smoked Fish ceased distribution of the TURBOT COLD SMOKED 8 OZ Lot # 246. @ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/haifa-smoked-fish-inc-recalls-turbot-cold-smoked-8-oz-package-lot-246-because-possible-health-risk?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

December 20, 2021-The FDA announced that Fresh Express Incorporated (Orlando, Florida) recalled an estimated 23 varieties of Fresh Express branded Salads and Salad Kits produced at the company’s Streamwood, Illinois facility because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Recalled salad items were distributed through retailers in the Northeast and Midwest regions of the United States and distributors and retailers in Canada. US distribution includes the states of CT, IA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, ND, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, WI. Canadian distribution includes the provinces of Ontario and Manitoba. The recall was necessitated when the Michigan Department of Agriculture received a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes in a random sample test of a single package of Fresh Express 9 oz. Sweet Hearts salad mix.  The CDC has reported 10 illnesses, 10 hospitalizations, and one death associated with the product. The isolated strain of Listeria monocytogenes detected in the Michigan Department of Agriculture sample is similar to the strain isolated from the beginning in 2016 to the present.  @ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/fresh-express-announces-recall-fresh-salad-products-due-potential-health-risk?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

According to the CFIA, Fraser Valley Meats (British Columbia) has recalled Whole Kernel Corn (frozen) products from the Canadian marketplace due to suspected Salmonella contamination.  Fraser Valley Meats branded Frozen Whole Kernel Corn was sold in two (2) kilogram bags between December 3, 2021, and December 15, 2021. This recall was triggered by findings by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency during its investigation into a foodborne illness outbreak. The recalled product has been sold in British Columbia. @ https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/fraser-valley-meats-brand-whole-kernel-corn-frozen-recalled-due-salmonella

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) advised consumers not to eat Fresh Express Sweet Hearts Romaine Lettuce Sweet Butter Lettuce due to Listeria monocytogenes. A sample of product collected as part of routine sampling in December and analyzed by MDARD has tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. The product is packaged in a 9 oz. clear plastic bag with a green and red label with white lettering and has a use-by date and lot code of “DEC 08 Z324B05A 16:04 07; Product of USA” located on the upper right corner of the front of the bag. Currently, no cases of illness have been associated with this product in Michigan. @ https://www.michigan.gov/mdard/0,4610,7-125–574207–,00.html