Food recalls are on the rise due to contamination risks such as Salmonella, Listeria, metal fragments, and undeclared allergens. The severity of recalls has increased, with the rate of foodborne illnesses linked to hospitalizations and deaths doubling in 2024. Total…
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Food recalls have been a hot topic this year, from contaminated cucumbers to mislabeled energy drinks. When public health announcements advise consumers to throw away recalled items, suppliers and distributors typically follow suit. According to a report from compliance firm…
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Key Takeaways: Kraft Heinz, a major food company, is recalling over 360,000 pounds of Oscar Mayer turkey bacon due to possible listeria contamination. The affected fully cooked turkey bacon products were produced between April 24 and June 11 and were…
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USDA to Increase Inspections at Meat Plants Following Listeria Outbreaks The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced on Tuesday that it will be enhancing inspections at meat plants in response to a series of listeria outbreaks earlier this year. These outbreaks…
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A recall affecting close to 12 million pounds of pre-cooked meat and poultry has sent shockwaves through major grocery chains, restaurants, and schools across the country. Federal officials are scrambling to understand the full extent of contamination, with the possibility…