Braga Organic Farms recalls pistachios after Salmonella test

Braga Organic Farms of Madera, Calif., has voluntarily recalled pistachios and other products because of possible  Salmonella contamination. The recalled products were distributed in retail stores in California, Oregon and Washington, and nationwide via online sales.

The products are packaged in clear or green standup bags with date codes stamped on the bottom of the bags. The recalled pistachio products were purchased by consumers from Dec. 28, 2015, through Jan. 27, according to a statement from company president Michael Braga.

The company will not be shipping any orders “until everything is tested and cleared,” he said.

“We were notified yesterday by the FDA that a random sample from the organic raw pistachio kernels contained Salmonella,” Braga says in the undated statement on the company’s website. “There have been no illnesses reported. We have been issuing refunds for those products purchased from 12/28/15 to 1/27/on our website, http://ift.tt/1QUHGUI. Please dispose of the remaining product you have.”

In a separate news release dated Feb. 1,  the company reported the positive Salmonella test result came from a one-pound package of raw pistachios that had been purchased online.

The recalled products and code dates are:

Product	Size	UPC	BEST BY OR PURCHASE DATE
Raw Pistachio Kernels	8 oz	896547002047	JUN 29 2016, JUL 04 2016, JUL 18 2016, JUL 25 2016, JUL 26 2016
1 lb	810126020215	Purchased 12/28/15 to 1/27/16
2 lbs	896547002306	JUN 28 2016, JUL 13 2016, JUL 27 2016
5 lbs	896547002641	Purchased 12/28/15 to 1/27/16
Trail Mix	8 oz	896547002139	JUN 29 2016, JUL 7 2016, JUL 11 2016, JUL 26 2016
1 lb	810126020451	Purchased 12/28/15 to 1/29/16
2 lbs	896547002320	JUL 01 2016, Purchased 12/28/15 to 1/29/16
5 lbs	896547002603	Purchased 12/28/15 to 1/29/16
25 lbs	896547002492	Purchased 12/28/15 to 1/29/16
Nut Mix	8 oz	896547002177	JUL 06 2016, JUL 07 2016, JUL 11 2016, JUL 18 2016
1 lb	810126020192	Purchased 12/28/15 to 1/27/16
2 lbs	896547002351	JUL 01 2016, Purchased 12/28/15 to 1/27/16
5 lbs	810126020208	Purchased 12/28/15 to 1/27/16
25 lbs	896547002412	Purchased 12/28/15 to 1/27/16

Consumers who have purchased this recalled product should not consume it. They should destroy it or return it to the point of purchase. Consumers with questions should call 855-661-2101, 8:15 am – 4:30 pm, PST, Monday through Friday.

Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella can experience fever, diarrhea that may be bloody, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections, endocarditis and arthritis.

 

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Beef and Chicken Recalled for Lack of FSIS Inspection

The Noble Spoon, a Santa Rosa, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 289 pounds of beef and chicken entree products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection and do not have a federal mark of inspection, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The fresh beef and chicken items were produced on Jan. 27 and Jan. 28, 2016. The following products are subject to recall:

12-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, Chicken Carbonara.”
12.5-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, Chicken Picatta.”
12.5-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, Meatloaf & Potatoes with bacon and cheddar cheese.”
13-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, Spaghetti & Meatballs.”
13-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, John Ash Signature Dish, Campanelle Pasta Bolognese.”
13-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, John Ash Signature Dish, Mexican Pot Roast.”
14.5-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, Chicken Enchiladas.”
15-oz. sealed plastic trays containing “THE NOBLE SPOON, Chicken Burrito.”

The products subject to recall did not undergo federal inspection and do not bear an establishment number or USDA mark of inspection. The products subject to recall have the Sell-by dates of “02 03” or “02 04” printed on the back of the packaging. The items were shipped to retail locations in Marin and Sonoma counties in California.

The problem was discovered by FSIS while conducting surveillance activities at retail establishments.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about a reaction should contact a healthcare provider.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them.

 

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Marinated salmon recalled after testing positive for Listeria

A positive test result for Listeria monocytogenes spurred A & E Distribution Inc. to recall an unspecified amount of marinated salmon packaged as Fjord Laks brand Gravlax.

The Jan. 30 recall notice indicated the salmon had only been distributed to retailers in the province of Quebec. No illnesses had been reported in connection to the salmon at the time the recall was initiated, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).

The CFIA is advising consumers to check their homes for the “Fjord Laks Gravlax – Marinated Salmon (Dill sauce included)” in 165 gram packages with any “Best Before” date up to and including Feb. 14. The packages have various universal produce code numbers.

“Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the store where they were purchased.” according to the CFIA.

The agency warns that food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still make people sick.

Symptoms can include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache and neck stiffness. Pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are particularly at risk. Although infected pregnant women may experience only mild, flu-like symptoms, the infection can lead to premature delivery, infection of the newborn or even stillbirth. In severe cases of illness, people may die.

This recall was triggered by Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) test results. The CFIA is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of other products. If other high-risk products are recalled, the CFIA will notify the public through updated Food Recall Warnings.

The CFIA is verifying that industry is removing recalled product from the marketplace.

 

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