Tag: Malichita cantaloupes

Recalls and Alerts: November 25–27, 2023

Here is today’s list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals, allergy alerts and miscellaneous compliance issues. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.

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Canada

OUTBREAK INVESTIGATION UPDATE: One person is dead and 17 have been hospitalized in the outbreak of Salmonella illnesses linked to consumption of Malichita and Rudy brands of cantaloupes imported from Mexico according to the PHAC. Sixty-three lab-confirmed cases have been reported from five provinces. Three different Salmonella serotypes are associated with this outbreak.

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Europe

FOOD SAFETY ALERT (UK): The Food Standards Agency is urging people not to eat a chocolate bar called ‘Cali-Gold’, which has been available for sale at Mansfield Market in Nottinghamshire. The warning follows police reports of illness in the Nottinghamshire area after consuming these products. One person has been arrested in connection with the incident.

Allergy Alert (France): CHANNEL SEA FOOD recalls MISS FROGGY brand CUISSES DE GRENOUILLE CONGELEES / Frozen frog legs (1 kg; Lot VN815VI082; Best before 31/12/2025) due to undeclared sulphites.

Food Safety Recall (France): BIOPORC LA NATURE LA SAVEUR BIOPORC recalls Le Bio des Eleveurs brand Boudins blancs cocktail biologiques / Organic white cocktail sausages (Lot M320; Use by 11/12/2023) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): COOPERATIVE U ENSEIGNE recalls U brand Brioche tranchée / Sliced brioche (700g; Lot 03523305; Best before 29/11/2023) due to foreign matter contamination (hard blue plastic).

Food Safety Recall (France): LES SAVEURS DE LA THIBAUDIERE recalls Les Saveurs de la Thibaudiere brand Fromage pur Chèvre Demi sec / Pure semi-dry goat cheese (360g; Lots 301, 302, 303; Use by 09/12/2023, 13/12/2023, 13/12/2023, respectively) due to shiga toxin-producing E. coli contamination.

Food Safety Recall (Ireland): Aldi recalls Roosters Southern Fried Chicken Fillet Goujons (frozen)(800g; Batch code 712654; Best before 22 May 2025; Product of UK) due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (Ireland): Tesco recalls Growers Harvest Garden Peas (900g; Multiple batch codes and ‘Best before’ dates; Product of UK) because of possible contamination with an unknown type of berry, which may make this product unsafe to eat. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected batch codes.

Food Safety Recall (Luxembourg): Cactus recalls Cactus brand Kuddelfleck (traditional offal dish) (Sliced; Lot 465.23; Use by 07/12/23) due to Listeria monocytogenes, E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus contamination.

Food Safety Recall (UK): Tesco recalls Growers Harvest Garden Peas (900g; Multiple batch codes and ‘Best before’ dates) because of possible contamination with an unknown type of berry, which may make this product unsafe to eat. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected batch codes.

Asia, Africa and the Pacific Islands

Food Safety Recall (Israel): Hatif Kafur AA 2005 Ltd. recalls Margherita pizza (3 x 500g; Use by 31.10.2024) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

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Two dead, 125 ill in Malichita Salmonella outbreak

Malichita brand cantaloupes grown in Mexico are responsible for two deaths and at least 125 confirmed cases of Salmonella in the United States and Canada, according to reports from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC).

Fifty-one of the outbreak victims have been hospitalized.

In Canada

The outbreak

The province of British Columbia was the first jurisdiction in either country to alert consumers to the outbreak. On November 15th, the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) reported eight cases of Salmonella in the province linked to consumption of Malichita cantaloupes, and urged consumers to avoid the produce.

Seven of the eight cases reported by the BCCDC have been confirmed by the National Microbiology Laboratory to be part of a national outbreak. The other BC case is considered “probable” at the moment, according to a spokesperson for the BCCDC.

As of November 22nd, five Canadian provinces have reported a total of 26 confirmed outbreak cases, with additional cases of Salmonella under investigation but not yet confirmed to be part of the outbreak, according to the PHAC.

Lab-confirmed outbreak cases were reported in British Columbia (7), Ontario (7), Quebec (8), Prince Edward Island (2) and Newfoundland and Labrador (2).

The first Canadian victim fell ill during the week of October 15th.

Outbreak victims range between 0 and 100 years of age, and six have been hospitalized.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) found the outbreak strain in a sample of Malichita cantaloupe and shared its finding with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The Canadian recalls as of Nov 24, 2023

Canadian distributors and retailers have recalled from the market all Malichita brand Cantaloupes sold between October 11, 2023 and November 14, 2023, inclusive, and all Ruby brand Cantaloupes sold between October 10, 2023 and November 24, 2023, inclusive. The recalled melons were distributed in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, and Quebec and may also have found their way into the rest of Canada.

The Pattison Food Group has recalled Urban Fare and Save on Foods brands of cut cantaloupe, fruit trays, and fruit platters that contained the recalled Malichita cantaloupes. Products included in this recall were distributed in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Yukon.

Hector Larivee Inc. has recalled Fruit Pure brand fruit salad, Groupe Tomapure brand cantaloupe platters and unbranded cantaloupe pieces. The recalled products were distributed in Ontario and Québec to hotels, restaurants and institutions.

Sami Fruits has recalled cut cantaloupe and fruit platters containing cantaloupe. The recalled items were sold only at Sami Fruits in Montréal.

Fresh Start Foods has recalled Central Foods Co. and Fresh Start Foods brands of cut fruit. The recalled items were distributed in Alberta, British Columbia, and Manitoba, and may also have found their way into other provinces and territories.

Yen Bros. Food Service (2011) Ltd. has recalled Fruit Salad (7.5 lb & 25 lb; All production dates from 10/23/23 up to and including 11/17/23). The recalled products were supplied to hotels, restaurants and institutions in British Columbia.

In the USA

The outbreak

As of November 24th, 99 individuals in 32 US states have been infected with the Salmonella outbreak strain and 45 were hospitalized, according to the CDC.

Two people have died in Minnesota.

Confirmed cases have been reported in Arkansas (1), Arizona (7), California (1), Colorado (2), Georgia (3), Iowa (5), Illinois (4), Indiana (2), Kentucky (5), Massachusetts (1), Maryland (1), Michigan (1), Minnesota (13), Missouri (9), Mississippi (1), North Carolina (2), Nebraska (4), New Jersey (1), Nevada (2), New York (1), Ohio (8), Oklahoma (1), Oregon (1), Pennsylvania (1), Rhode Island (1), South Carolina (3), Tennessee (4), Texas (3), Utah (1), Virginia (1), Washington (1), and Wisconsin (8).

The first US outbreak victim fell ill on October 17th.

Outbreak victims range in age from <1 to 100 years.

The US recalls as of Nov 24, 2023

SOFIA PRODUCE, LLC (dba Trufresh) of Nogales, Texas, has recalled all sizes of fresh cantaloupes packaged in cardboard containers labeled with the “Malichita” label, and also labeled with the “Rudy” label to include all cantaloupes sold between the dates of October 10, 2023 and November 3, 2023. The melons were distributed directly to consignees in Arizona, California. Connecticut, Maryland, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Utah, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Texas, Florida, and Canada.

Vinyard Fruit and Vegetable Company of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, has recalled twelve products, including: fruit cups, cut cantaloupe, fruit mixes, and melon variety packs that were prepared using the recalled Malichita cantaloupes. Distribution of the recalled Vinyard products was limited to Oklahoma.

ALDI Inc., in cooperation with Anthony Marano Co. and Market Cuts LLC, has recalled whole cantaloupes, cantaloupe chunks, and pineapple spears. The recalled products were sold at select ALDI stores in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin.

CF Dallas, LLC has recalled one RaceTrac and eleven Freshness Guaranteed fresh-cut products made from whole cantaloupe. The fresh-cut fruit products containing recalled cantaloupe were distributed to select retail stores in Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Illinois, Texas, and Louisiana. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.

Jewel Marketing and Agribusiness LLC. (dba Crown Jewels Produce) has recalled Malichita / Z Farms Cantaloupes sold between October 31, 2023 and November 9, 2023.

Pacific Trellis Fruit, LLC dba Dulcinea has recalled Malichita brand whole cantaloupe (Lot codes 21651, 21699, 21775, 21787, and 21870). The recalled melons were distributed between October 18th – 26th in California, Illinois, Oklahoma, Texas, and Wisconsin, and sold in various retail supermarkets. 

What consumers in Canada and the United States should know

Consumers are advised to discard and not consume Malichita cantaloupes that have been recalled. If you have whole or pre-cut cantaloupes or fruit cups, fruit platters, or fruit medleys in your home and are unsure of their origin, discard them as a precaution.

Food contaminated with Salmonella may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Young children, pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems may contract serious and sometimes deadly infections. Healthy people may experience short-term symptoms such as fever, headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal cramps and diarrhea. Long-term complications may include severe arthritis.

If you feel unwell, and especially if you have symptoms like diarrhea or vomiting, do not cook or prepare food for other people.

If you suspect you are suffering from a Salmonella infection, consult your healthcare provider.

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Recalls and Alerts: November 21–22, 2023

Here is today’s list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals, allergy alerts and miscellaneous compliance issues. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.

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OUTBREAK INVESTIGATION: The FDA is investigating a new outbreak of 40 confirmed cases of Salmonella Newport. No specific food item has yet been associated with the outbreak.

OUTBREAK INVESTIGATION UPDATE: The FDA continues to investigate the source of elevated blood lead levels linked to consumption of cinnamon applesauce pouches. The agency has received 52 reports of adverse events potentially linked to recalled product to date.

FDA Safety Alert: FDA advises consumers not to eat, and restaurants and food retailers not to sell, and to dispose of oysters illegally harvested from Milford Approved area in Connecticut on 11/12/2023 and 11/15/2023 by original certified dealer Seaview Fisheries, CT-084-SS, AQ, and labeled as lots L466B and 466A because they may be contaminated. 

Allergy Alert: Dianne’s Fine Desserts recalls Gordon Food Service Sienna Bakery® Chocolate Decadent Brownies (GFS #226240; Lot #23243) and Gordon Food Service Sienna Bakery® Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies (GFS #226260; Lot #6Z3H31 or 23243) due to undeclared peanut.

Allergy Alert: Seneca Foods Corporation recalls Hy-Vee Turkey gravy (12-oz glass jars; Lot codes A3CG162M, A3CG192M; UPC 75450-03608) due to undeclared soy.

Allergy Alert: Publix Super Markets, Inc. recalls private label Egg Custard Pie (Sold between 10/20/2023 – 11/16/2023) due to undeclared coconut.

Food Safety Recall Update: SOFIA PRODUCE, LLC (dba TruFresh) expands its earlier recalls to include all “Malichita” Brand and “Rudy” Brand Fresh Cantaloupe (Sold between October 10, 2023 and November 3, 2023) due to potential Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall: Jewel Marketing and Agribusiness LLC. (dba Crown Jewels Produce) recalls Malichita / Z Farms Cantaloupes (All sizes; Sold between October 31, 2023 and November 9, 2023) due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall: Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams LLC recalls Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream: Buttercream Birthday Cake Ice Cream (Batch/lot numbers 23-004, 23-087, 23-088, 23-118, 23-215) due to possible foreign matter contamination (aluminum and/or stainless steel pieces).

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Canada

OUTBREAK INVESTIGATION UPDATE: PHAC has now confirmed 26 cases of Salmonella Soahanina and Sundsvall illness linked to consumption of Malichita brand cantaloupe in five Canadian provinces: British Columbia (7), Ontario (7), Quebec (8), Prince Edward Island (2) and Newfoundland and Labrador (2). Additional Salmonella infections are under investigation and more illnesses associated with this outbreak may be confirmed.

Food Safety Recall: 1728435 Ontario Inc. recalls O’Ya hoho brand 100% Fresh Enoki Mushrooms (200g; Batch code 022640; UPC 8 57588 00245 8) due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

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Europe

Allergy Alert (Belgium): Manufacturer recalls ERIC FAVRE brand Protéine caffe latte – Iso Zero 100% Whey Protein Powder (1.5 kg; Lot 0354; Best before 23/01/2026) due to undeclared gluten.

Allergy Alert (Italy): Mangala Marine Exim India PVT.LTD recalls COOP ITALIA S.C. brand CODE DI GAMBERI INDOPACIFICI SCOTTATE E SURGELATE / Indo-Pacific shrimp tails, frozen (400g; Lot 2H11; Best before 10-08-2024; Product of India) due to undeclared sulphites.

Allergy Alert (Norway): NORMAL recalls Nordthy Halloween green Cookies (146g; All Best before dates) due to undeclared egg.

Food Safety Recall (France): LES SALAISONS DIJON.A.SABATIER recalls Antoine Sabatier – Salaisons Dijonnaises brand Terrine de campagne à l’ancienne / Old style country terrine (160g slice; Lot 310052; Use by 10/12/2023) due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): ROUQUAT ESTELLE recalls Les Escargots du Quercy brand Escargots sauce Bourguignonne / Snails in Burgundy sauce (180g jar; Lot 03/2025; Best before 01/03/2025) due to possible Clostridium botulinum contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): ROUQUAT ESTELLE recalls Les Escargots du Quercy brand Escargots au court bouillon / Snails in court bouillon (1.5 L glass jar, 660g net wt; Lot 03/2025; Best before 01/03/2025) due to possible Clostridium botulinum contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): CARREFOUR FRANCE recalls Carrefour brand Véritable jambon persillé de Bourgogne / Real parsley ham (3 kg; Use by 12/12/2023) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): CARREFOUR FRANCE recalls Sélectionné par nos charcutiers ! brand Véritable jambon persillé de Bourgogne / Real parsley ham (Slice; Lot #306062; Use by 06/12/2023) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): CARREFOUR FRANCE recalls Reflets de France brand Véritable jambon persillé de Bourgogne / Real parsley ham (180g slice; Lots #306035 & 310015; Use by 06/12/2023 & 10/12/2023, respectively) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): ROYAL BOURBON INDUSTRIES recalls Royal Bourbon brand Gelée de Goyavier / Guava jelly (250g jar; Best before 04/08/2026) due to foreign matter contamination (glass splinters).

Food Safety Recall (France): COOPERATIVE U recalls A. SABATIER brand Terrine campagne à l’ancienne échalote / Country-style terrine with shallots (160g slice; Lot 306072; Use by 06/12/2023) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): COOPERATIVE U recalls A. SABATIER brand Terrine campagne à l’ancienne piment Espelette / Country-style terrine with peppers (160g slice; Lot 306082; Use by 06/12/2023) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): LES SALAISONS DIJON.A.SABATIER recalls Antoine SABATIER brand Terrine campagne à l’ancienne piment Espelette / Country-style terrine with peppers (160g slice; Lot 306082; Use by 06/12/2023) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): COOPERATIVE U recalls Antoine SABATIER brand Jambon persillé / Parsley ham (200g slice; Lot 312062; Use by 12/12/2023) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): Cora recalls Patrimoine Gourmand brand Jambon persillé de Bourgogne LABEL ROUGE / Parsley ham (Lot 307143; Use by 03/12/2023) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): LAPIERRE TRADITIONS recalls LAPIERRE TRADITION brand Chorizos maison et Saucissons secs maison / Chorizos and dry sausages (Multiple production dates) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): LES SALAISONS DIJON.A.SABATIER recalls Salaisons Dijonnaises – Antoine Sabatier brand Jambon persillé Label Rouge / Red Label parsley ham (Lot 307052; Use by 01/12/2023) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): LES SALAISONS DIJON.A.SABATIER recalls Antoine Sabatier brand Jambon persillé Label Rouge / Red Label parsley ham (Lot 312113 & 307133; Use by 08/12/2023 & 03/12/2023, respectively) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): LES SALAISONS DIJON.A.SABATIER recalls Le Charcutier – Auchan brand Véritable jambon persillé de Bourgogne / Real parsley ham (Lots 313022, 310032 & 306052; Use by 13/12/2023, 10/12/2023 & 06/12/2023, respectively), due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): LES SALAISONS DIJON.A.SABATIER recalls Antoine Sabatier brand Véritable jambon persillé de Bourgogne / Real parsley ham (Lot 307123; Use by 18/12/2023) due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (France): SCAMARK E.LECLERC recalls L’ATELIER CHARCUTERIE – Nos Régions ont du Talent brand JAMBON PERSILLE DE BOURGOGNE / Parsley ham (180g slice; Lot 307042; Use by 01/12/2023) due to Salmonella contamination.

Food Safety Recall (Ireland): Lidl recalls Fin Carré White Chocolate (100g; Best before 16 October 2024) due to foreign matter contamination (pieces of plastic).

Food Safety Recall (Luxembourg): Administration luxembourgeoise vétérinaire et alimentaire alerts the public to recall of Biquette du Ch’ti / Goat cheese (120g; Lot 184880508; Best before 19/11/2023) due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall (Norway): Coop Norge SA recalls Coop skinkestek / Roast ham (100g & 150g; Best before 11.12.2023) due to incomplete cooking.

Food Safety Recall (UK): Lidl GB recalls Fin Carré White Chocolate (100g; Best before 16 October 2024) due to foreign matter contamination (pieces of plastic).

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