An article published in Food Microbiology volume 89, August 2020(@ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0740002020300411?via%3Dihub) scientists from Cornell University, the Mars Global Food Safety Center in Beijing and the University of Georgia developed a method for completing whole genome sequencing (WGS) to determine salmonella serotypes in just two hours and the entire identification process within eight hours. Emerging long-read sequencing platforms developed by Oxford Nanopore Technologies (ONT) provide an alternative WGS method to meet the needs of industry for rapid and accurate Salmonella confirmation and serotype classification. Advantages of the Oxford Nanopore Technologies (ONT) sequencing platforms used in this study include portability, real-time base-calling, and long-read sequencing. All 38 Salmonella strains, representing 34 serotypes, were accurately predicted to the serotype level using WGS (Whole Genome Sequencing). The turnaround time of this method from pure culture to prediction results was within one day. The study systematically assessed the accuracy of using the combination of ONT sequencing method and corresponding data analysis pipelines for Salmonella serotype prediction. The study identified the most efficient data analysis workflow to achieve a balance between accuracy and turnaround time, delivering a more rapid, molecular-based Salmonella confirmation and serotype classification.
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AFC Distribution Corp. of Rancho Dominguez, California recalled Cooked Butterfly Tail-On Whiteleg Shrimp (Sushi Ebi) because it might be contaminated with Vibrio parahaemolyticus. The Butterfly shrimps were used in various prepared foods with sell-by dates ranging from 02/19/2020 to 03/13/2020. The recalled Cooked Butterfly Tail-On Whiteleg Shrimp (Sushi Ebi), were distributed to AFC sushi counters, where it was further processed into prepared sushi items, within grocery stores, cafeterias, and corporate dining centers. The products were distributed in the following states: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, AD, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WY. To date, there have been no confirmed illnesses. AFC has stopped using the recalled ingredient in its products. @ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/cooked-butterfly-tail-whiteleg-shrimp-sushi-ebi-lot-20191002?utm_campaign=Cooked%20Butterfly%20Tail-On%20Whiteleg%20Shrimp%20%28Sushi%20Ebi%29%2C%20Lot%20%232019.10.02&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Eloqua
AFC Distribution Corp. (“AFC”) of Rancho Dominguez, California is voluntary recalling Cooked Butterfly Tail-On Whiteleg Shrimp (Sushi Ebi), Lot #2019.10.02, utilized in various prepared menu offerings with sell-by dates ranging from 02/19/2020 to 03/13/2020, because this ingredient may have a potent
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WinCo Foods, LLC of Boise, ID recalled frozen Blackberries in a 16 oz. bag and frozen Berry Medley in 16 oz. and 32 oz. bags, manufactured by Rader Farms of Lynden, WA, due to the potential to be contaminated with Norovirus. The products were distributed to WinCo Foods stores in Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, Washington, Texas, and Utah. The affected products are WINCO FOODS FROZEN BLACKBERRIES, 16 OZ. BAG – UPC: 70552-30502, Best By Code Dec/09/2021. WINCO FOODS FROZEN BERRY MEDLEY, 16 OZ. BAG – UPC: 70552-30522, Best By Code Dec/09/2021. WINCO FOODS FROZEN BERRY MEDLEY, 32 OZ. BAG – UPC: 70552-30512, Best By Code Dec/09/2021. No customer illnesses have been reported to date. The FDA informed WinCo Foods that a sample of the product was tested by the FDA and found to be contaminated with Norovirus.
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/winco-foods-llc-recalls-frozen-blackberries-and-frozen-berry-medley-because-possible-health-risk
March 13th, 2020, WinCo Foods, LLC. of Boise, ID is recalling frozen Blackberries in a 16 oz. bag and frozen Berry Medley in 16 oz. and 32 oz. bags, manufactured by Rader Farms of Lynden, WA, because both products have the potential to be contaminated with Norovirus. Norovirus is a highly contagiou
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In Canada, Ecoideas Innovation Inc. recalled Ecoideas brand Chocolate Cake Mix, Brown Rice Pancakes Mix, and Buckwheat Pancakes Mix from the marketplace due to Possible Salmonella contamination. The products recalled are Ecoideas Chocolate Cake Mix UPC 8 75405 00243 6, Brown Rice Pancakes Mix UPC 8 75405 00242 9, and Buckwheat Pancakes Mix UPC 8 75405 00241 2. The recall was initiated by Ecoideas, and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of other products. There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of these products. @ https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/inspection/2020/72603r-eng.php
Ecoideas Innovation Inc. is recalling Ecoideas brand Chocolate Cake Mix, Brown Rice Pancakes Mix and Buckwheat Pancakes Mix from the marketplace due to possible Salmonella contamination.