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Recall of Chocolate Pudding Due to Container Damage

Posted on by Ted Rathe

Chocolate pudding recalled because of damage to containers

As of the posting of this recall, no illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported in connection with these products.

Treehouse Foods of Oak Brook, IL, is recalling specific batches of Sysco Classic Chocolate Pudding and Bay Valley Foods Thank You Chocolate Pudding because of post-process damage to containers, which may lead to potential microbial growth and swollen or exploding cans. The recall, initiated on April 30, 2025, is classified as a Class II recall, indicating a low risk of serious health consequences, though temporary or reversible effects may occur. The recall remains ongoing, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recalled products were distributed to food service distributors in Arizona, Arkansas, California, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, Virginia and Wisconsin.


Damaged containers can allow microbial growth, potentially leading to foodborne illness. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or abdominal pain. Individuals experiencing adverse reactions after consuming these products should seek medical care promptly.



Consumers and distributors who have purchased or received the recalled chocolate pudding are urged not to consume or distribute them.


Check the FSN article for descriptions of the recalled products:

https://www.foodsafetynews.com


Salmonella Illnesses in 7 States Prompt Nationwide Recall of Eggs

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Nationwide egg recall issued as Salmonella outbreak sickens 79 across 7 states

The eggs were distributed at retail locations including Save Mart, FoodMaxx, Lucky, Smart & Final, Safeway, Raleys, Food 4 Less and Ralphs.

A multistate Salmonella outbreak tied to organic and cage free eggs from August Egg Company has sickened 79 people and prompted a nationwide recall, according to the CDC. No deaths have been reported. The outbreak spans Arizona (3 cases), California (63), Kentucky (1), Nebraska (2), New Jersey (2), Nevada (4), and Washington (4), with illnesses reported between Feb. 24 and May 17, 2025. Six people in Kentucky, New Jersey, and Washington reported travel to California or Nevada before becoming ill, suggesting they may have been exposed while traveling.

State and local health officials interviewed 30 affected individuals, with 27 (90 percent) reporting they consumed eggs in the week before falling ill. Investigators identified illness sub-clusters at two restaurants where eggs were served, providing critical clues to the outbreak’s source. A sub-cluster is a group of unrelated individuals who fell ill after eating at the same location, such as a restaurant. Eggs were a common food item at both locations. Epidemiologic, laboratory, and traceback data show that eggs distributed by August Egg Company may be contaminated with Salmonella Enteritidis and may be making people sick. FDA conducted an inspection at August Egg Company’s processing facility and collected samples for testing. Some samples tested positive for Salmonella. WGS showed that the Salmonella in the samples are closely related to Salmonella from sick people. People reported buying many different brands of eggs from multiple stores. FDA conducted a traceback investigation based on where ill individuals reported shopping or eating before becoming sick, and August Egg Company was identified as a common supplier of eggs.


On June 6, 2025, August Egg Company recalled eggs. CDC is advising people not eat, sell or serve recalled eggs.


FSN's original article contains a list of product codes and a link to packaging photos. Follow the link below for more information:

https://www.foodsafetynews.com


E. Coli Risk Causes Public Health Alert for Organic Ground Beef Sold at Whole Foods

Posted on by Ted Rathe

Public health alert issued for ground beef sold at Whole Foods because of E. coli risk

The raw ground beef item was produced on May 22, 2025, and May 23, 2025.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7. FSIS is issuing this public health alert to ensure that consumers are aware that these products should not be consumed. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase. However, FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers.


The product bears establishment number “EST. 4027” inside the USDA mark of inspection. This item was shipped to distributor locations in Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois and Maryland and was further distributed to Whole Foods Market retail locations nationwide. The problem was discovered when the establishment notified FSIS that they shipped into commerce ground beef product that tested positive for E. coli O157:H7. As of the posting of this alert, there have been no confirmed reports of illness because of the consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a healthcare provider.


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


A link to affected product labels and lot numbers is available in the original Food Safety News article:

https://www.foodsafetynews.com

Complaints of Wood Particles Force Recall of Hormel Beef Stew

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Hormel recalls more than 250,000 pounds of canned stew after consumer complaints

There have been no confirmed reports of injury due to consumption of this product.

Hormel Foods Corporation, a Tucker, Ga. establishment, is recalling 256,185 pounds of canned beef stew product that may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically wood, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The canned beef stew item was produced on Feb. 4, 2025. The following product is subject to recall:


20-oz. metal cans containing “Dinty Moore BEEF STEW” with “BEST BY FEB 2028” and lot code “T02045” printed on the can. The lot code may have an additional number at the end.


The product subject to recall has the establishment number “EST 199G” printed on the can. The stew was shipped to retail locations nationwide.


FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ pantries. Consumers who have purchased this product are urged not to consume it. This product should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Hormel Foods Corporation at 800-523-4635 or media@hormel.com.


Visit the FSN article for the full story:

https://www.foodsafetynews.com

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Bedner Cucumbers

Posted on by Ted Rathe

Bedner Cucumbers Recalled After Multistate Salmonella Outbreak

As of May 19, 2025, 26 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella have been reported from 15 states.

Whole cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers Inc. and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Inc. are linked to a multistate outbreak of Salmonella in several states that began April 29. Bedner Growers Inc. of Boynton Beach, FL, is one of the growers linked to last year’s outbreak of Salmonella Africana and Salmonella Braenderup, which infected 551 people in 34 states and the District of Columbia. Salmonella Braenderup was detected in canal water samples at Bedner Growers’ farm.

Some of the sick people were aboard five different cruise ships that departed the United States between March 30 and April 12. Illnesses started from April 2 to April 28. Of 23 people with information available, nine have been hospitalized, with no deaths yet reported. The CDC and FDA figures indicate that the number of sick people in this outbreak was likely much higher than the reported number, and this outbreak may not have been limited to the states with known illnesses. This is because many people recover without medical care and are not tested for Salmonella. In addition, recent illnesses may not yet be reported, as it usually takes 3 to 4 weeks to determine if a sick person is part of an outbreak.


The CDC advises businesses not to sell or serve whole cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers Inc. and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Inc. between April 29 and May 19 while the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with whole cucumbers in their home who can’t tell where they are from should throw them out.


More information on the outbreak and the investigation can be found in the FSN article:

https://www.foodsafetynews.com

Recall Renewed for Gerber Teething Sticks After Product Still Found to be Available in Some Areas

Posted on by Ted Rathe

Recall of Gerber teething sticks renewed because of reports of product still being sold

A renewed recall of Gerber Products Co.of all batches of GERBER SOOTHE N CHEW TEETHING STICKS has been issued by the FDA because it has been found that the products are still available online and at some stores. The products were initially recalled Jan. 31 because they pose a choking hazard. In addition to the recall, the company has discontinued production of the teething sticks. The recall was initiated after receiving consumer complaints of choking incidents. As of the posting of the initial recall, one emergency room visit had been reported to the firm.


The edible teething sticks were distributed nationwide via the internet and to distribution centers and retail stores in the following states and territories: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI and Puerto Rico.


Consumers who may have purchased GERBER SOOTHE N CHEW TEETHING STICKS should not feed this product to their child and can return the product to the retailer where it was purchased for a refund. For any additional support needed, Gerber is available 24 hours a day seven days a week at 1-800-4-GERBER (1-800-443-7237).


The updated article on the Food Safety News website contains descriptions of products included in this recall:

https://www.foodsafetynews.com

Listeria Found in Celery Stick 4 Packs, Product Recalled

Posted on by Ted Rathe

Celery sticks recalled in 30 states after testing finds Listeria

No illnesses have been reported

Duda Farm Fresh Foods, Inc., based in Oxnard, CA, is recalling 1,587 cases of its 4 in/1.6 oz Marketside Celery Sticks sold at Walmart stores across 30 states because of potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall was prompted by a random sampling conducted by the Georgia Department of Agriculture, which detected Listeria monocytogenes in one of multiple samples taken from a Georgia store. Although the product is past its Best if Used by Date and is no longer available in stores, consumers may have frozen the celery sticks for later use.


The recalled product was distributed to stores in Alabama, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, West Virginia and Wyoming.


Consumers who have the recalled product, including any stored in freezers, are urged not to consume it and should discard it immediately.


A description of the recalled product can be found in the article on the Food Safety News website at:

https://www.foodsafetynews.com

Possible Contamination by Cleaning Solution Prompts Recall of Liquid Egg Substitute

Posted on by Ted Rathe

Cargill recalls more than 100 tons of liquid egg products because of cleaning solution contamination

The liquid egg items were produced on March 12 and 13

Cargill Kitchen Solutions of Lake Odessa, MI, is recalling 212,268 pounds of liquid egg products that may contain a cleaning solution with sodium hypochlorite, according to the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
The products subject to recall have the establishment number “G1804” printed on the cartons. The recalled items were shipped to distributor locations in Ohio and Texas and for foodservice use in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois and Iowa. There is a possibility that the products were distributed nationwide.


After conducting an investigation and thorough assessment of the contents of the cleaning solution, FSIS scientists concluded that use of this product should not cause adverse health consequences, or the risk is negligible. Although FSIS does not expect any adverse health effects for Class III recalled products and there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products, anyone concerned about an illness should contact a healthcare provider.


Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them and foodservice locations are urged not to serve them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.


Visit the original article for descriptions and "Best By" dates of the affected products:

https://www.foodsafetynews.com

Possible Foreign Object Contamination Causes Recall of Some Lean Cuisine and STOUFFER’S Frozen Meals

Posted on by Ted Rathe

Voluntary Recall of a Limited Quantity of Lean Cuisine and STOUFFER’S Frozen Meals Due to Potential Presence of Foreign Material

The source of the material is being investigated

Nestlé USA is initiating a voluntary recall of a limited quantity of Lean Cuisine and STOUFFER’S frozen meals due to the potential presence of wood-like material. This recall is isolated to a limited quantity of batches of the following items: Lean Cuisine Butternut Squash Ravioli, Lean Cuisine Spinach Artichoke Ravioli, Lean Cuisine Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry, and STOUFFER’S Party Size Chicken Lasagna that were produced between August 2024-March 2025. These products were distributed at major retailers in the U.S. between September 2024-March 2025.



This recall does not involve any other Lean Cuisine or STOUFFER’S products.


Consumers who have purchased these products should not prepare or consume the product and should return it to the retailer where it was purchased for a replacement or a full refund. For any further support needed, please contact Nestlé USA at (800) 681-1676 Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. EST.


Batch numbers and UPC codes can be found in the press release on the FDA website:

https://www.fda.gov/safety

Canned Green Beans Recalled for Possible Contamination by Foreign Objects

Posted on by Ted Rathe

Good & Gather Cut Green Beans recalled because of foreign object contamination

Over 197,000 cans recalled by Del Monte Foods

Del Monte Foods, Inc. of Walnut Creek, CA, is recalling 8,242 cases—totaling 197,808 cans—of Good & Gather Cut Green Beans because of potential contamination with a foreign object. According to details published online by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the recall was initiated on Feb. 12, 2025, and remains ongoing. The firm launched the recall after identifying the contamination risk, classified as a Class II event. This classification indicates a low probability of serious health consequences but a potential for temporary or reversible effects.



Retailers and consumers should not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected product.


The original article, with details of the recalled product, can be viewed at:

https://www.foodsafetynews.com
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