2012

I just reported to you the recall of a product due to the possibility of a Listeria monocytogenes contamination, and right on the heels of that comes the same threat affecting a different product. The Oxnard, California-based Gills Onions has announced the recall of 2,360 pounds of diced red onions.  These onions were available in… read more

The threat of a Listeria monocytogenes contamination has caused the recall of yet another product. This time, the recall was announced by the Salinas, California-based River Ranch Fresh Foods, makers of a number of bagged salads issued to retailers or used by food service establishments.  The former was available to customers all across the country… read more

According to news sources, a recall has been issued for All Natural Ackawi Cheese and All Natural Chives Cheese after it was discovered that the products could potentially be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The company, Green Cedar Dairy, announced the recall after a sample of the cheese was found to be contaminated with Listeria. The… read more

According to news sources, the Food and Drug Administration has announced that a Chicago based ready-to-eat sandwich maker has shut down manufacturing after a repeated history of violations and a reported Listeria outbreak. The company, Triple A Services Inc., has announced the closure of of the manufacturing facility after agreeing to stop producing and distributing… read more

According to news sources, about 4,140 pounds of Boneless Oven Roasted Chicken Breasts have been recalled after a lab sample showed that possible Listeria contamination. The company, House of Raeford Farms, has announced the voluntary recall in cooperation with the U.S Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service after the Listeria monocytogenes contamination was… read more

The recent recall of Ginger Beef from the Calgary’s Ginger Beef Corp. has triggered an extensive investigation since this product may or may not have allegedly made its way into the U.S. market. According to recent news from various sources, federal inspectors are trying to come to a conclusion regarding the root of the contamination… read more

Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market Inc., in cooperation with the Food and Drug Administration, has issued a voluntary recall of one of their spinach products, according to recent news sources. The recall is being conducted after a random sample tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes bacteria. The product affected by this recall is the fresh bagged… read more

Prepackaged sandwich products are being recalled by Nike All-American sandwiches after it was discovered they may be potentially contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, according to recent news sources. The sandwiches affected by this recall are distributed by Landshire Inc., based in St. Louis, Missouri. They are 7.25 ounces each, with a UPC code of 0 9748801741… read more

Yamaya USA, Inc, based out of Torrance, California, is recalling one of their food products after it was discovered it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, according to news reports. The contamination was discovered by the Food and Drug Administration during a sampling. The product, Masago (Capelin Roe) was distributed to stores in Los Angeles,… read more

The cause of the deadly outbreak of listeria from Jensen Farms cantaloupes will soon be detailed in a report issued by the Food and Drug Administration, according to recent news sources. The outbreak was the deadliest in decades, killing 23 and sickening 116 others. Illnesses were reported in 25 different states. The report will detail… read more

Giant Eagle has announced a recall of their shredded iceberg lettuce due to fears of a listeria contamination, according to recent news sources. The packages are 8 ounces and have a sell by date of October 14, 2011. The contamination was discovered by the Food and Drug Administration in a routine sampling test. The lettuce… read more

In an update of the deadliest food-borne illness outbreak in the United States in decades, 100 have fallen sick and 18 have died as a result of consuming contaminated cantaloupes, according to recent news sources. The illnesses stemmed from cantaloupes from Jensen Farms in Colorado that were infected with Listeria monocytogenes. All illnesses were reported… read more