RECALL ALERT - 2/26/26
Saputo USA Recalls Great Value Cottage Cheese Because of Possible Health Risk
Saputo Cheese USA Inc. (SUSA or Saputo) is voluntarily recalling select cottage cheese products produced by SUSA due to the possibility of liquid dairy ingredients used in the items not being fully pasteurized according to state regulatory standards. While no illnesses or hospitalizations associated with the recalled products have been reported to date, consuming products that are not fully pasteurized can pose a significant health risk, especially to the young and elderly or immunocompromised individuals. The issue was discovered during pasteurizer troubleshooting exercises conducted by SUSA in conjunction with the California Department of Food and Agriculture.
The affected products were sold under the Great Value label and were distributed to Walmart stores and distribution centers in Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Tennessee, Utah, Washington and Wyoming between February 17 and February 20, 2026.
All products were sold in white plastic tubs with white lids. The “Best By’ dates are located on the side of the lids.
Customers who purchased the affected products should not consume them and either dispose of them or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact Saputo at 1-888-587-2423 from Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CT. This recall is being made with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration.
Visit the FDA article for product photos, UPC codes and expiration dates:
https://www.fda.gov/safety
RECALL ALERT - 2/23/26
Meatballs recalled from Aldi because of metal pieces
Rosina Food Products Inc. of West Seneca, NY, is recalling 9,462 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) frozen meatballs after a consumer complained of metal in the product, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The RTE fully cooked frozen meatball products were produced on July 30, 2025. The FSIS is concerned that consumers may have the product in their homes because of its long shelf life.
The problem was discovered after FSIS received a consumer complaint regarding metal fragments found within the product.
There have been no confirmed reports of injury due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury should contact a health care provider.
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them.
Details of the affected product can be found in the original article:
https://www.foodsafetynews.com
RECALL ALERT - 2/23/26
Meatballs recalled from Aldi because of metal pieces
Rosina Food Products Inc. of West Seneca, NY, is recalling 9,462 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) frozen meatballs after a consumer complained of metal in the product, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The RTE fully cooked frozen meatball products were produced on July 30, 2025. The FSIS is concerned that consumers may have the product in their homes because of its long shelf life.
The problem was discovered after FSIS received a consumer complaint regarding metal fragments found within the product.
There have been no confirmed reports of injury due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury should contact a health care provider.
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them.
Details of the affected product can be found in the original article:
https://www.foodsafetynews.com
IDPH News Release
IDPH Issues Reminder About Potential Hazards of Consuming Raw Milk
At least eleven recent illnesses linked to consumption of unpasteurized milk
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is issuing a general reminder to the public about the potential dangers of consuming raw milk after at least eleven people were recently sickened by such products. While most milk products sold in the state are pasteurized, meaning they have been treated with heat to kill viruses, germs, and other substances that can cause illness, raw milk is milk that has not been pasteurized, making it more likely to be a source of foodborne illness.
“Pasteurization is one of the greatest public health successes of the last century,” said IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra. “It helps keep milk and dairy products safe for everyone to enjoy. Raw milk skips this important step and can carry dangerous germs that may cause serious illness, especially in young children, older people, and individuals with chronic medical conditions. To help keep everyone in Illinois safe, we encourage people to be cautious and think carefully before choosing to drink raw milk.”
IDPH has so far identified an outbreak of eleven cases of Campylobacter infection that appear to be linked to consumption of raw milk from a common source; the producer is taking steps to notify customers and is cooperating with the investigation. Campylobacter is a bacteria that can cause diarrhea (which can be bloody), fever, and stomach cramps. In more severe cases, the infection can lead to irritable bowel syndrome, arthritis, and Guillain-Barré syndrome. IDPH recommends that anyone who has consumed raw milk and begins to exhibit those symptoms to contact their medical provider.
Illinois raw milk rules require testing for temperature, antibiotics, and certain signs that could indicate infection within the product. However, specific pathogen testing for germs like Campylobacter or other disease-causing agents like E. coli or salmonella is not required.
IDPH recommends the following precautions to avoid illnesses associated with milk consumption:
• Use pasteurized milk and dairy products.
• Refrigerate perishable foods at 40°F or colder to slow bacterial growth. Never leave perishable food out for more than two hours -- or one hour if exposed to temperatures above 90°F, like in a hot car or at a picnic.
• Throw away expired or spoiled food. When in doubt, throw it out.
For more information on raw milk and its potential hazards, go to Raw Milk and Your Health.
IDPH Warns Public to Watch Out for Rabid Bats
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