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Ice Cream Bars Recalled for Listeria Concerns

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Rich's Ice Cream recalls more than 100,000 cases of ice cream bars and frozen treats

Rich’s informed the distributors about the June 27 recalls, but didn’t issue information for the public, only to its wholesale customers.

Rich’s Ice Cream is recalling 110,292 cases of ice cream bars and frozen treats because they might be contaminated with Listeria, according to the Food and Drug Administration. “Our products are available in schools and on street vending trucks aka ‘the ice cream man’ all across the country,” the FAQ page on Rich’s Ice Cream website says. “At this time, we ship only to large wholesale ice cream distributors all over the U.S. These distributors then sell our ice cream to schools and businesses in their local market.” Those distributors are in Florida, where Rich’s is based in West Palm Beach; California; Missouri; Texas; South Carolina; Pennsylvania; Georgia; Illinois; Alabama; Arizona; Iowa; Massachusetts; Louisiana; Nebraska; Nevada; New York; New Jersey; Ohio; Oregon; Oklahoma; Tennessee; Virginia; Wisconsin; and the Bahamas including Nassau.


Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still cause serious and sometimes life-threatening infections. Anyone who has eaten any recalled products and developed symptoms of Listeria infection should seek medical treatment and tell their doctors about the possible Listeria exposure. Also, anyone who has eaten any of the recalled products should monitor themselves for symptoms during the coming weeks because it can take up to 70 days after exposure to Listeria for symptoms of listeriosis to develop.


Throw the product away if you have any in your freezer


Visit the Food Safety News website for a list of product names and lot numbers:

https://www.foodsafetynews.com

RITZ Peanut Butter Crackers Recalled for Packaging Error

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Voluntary Recall of Four Carton Sizes of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches Due to Labeling Error

The recall was initiated after the company discovered that film packaging rolls used to package products containing peanut butter may contain defects due to a supplier error.

Mondelēz Global LLC announced a voluntary recall of four carton sizes of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches (8-pack, 20-pack, and 40pack cartons of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches, as well as the 20-pack RITZ Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack carton) manufactured in the United States and sold nationwide. The affected cartons include individually wrapped packs that may be incorrectly labeled as Cheese variety even though the product may be a Peanut Butter variety. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts may risk serious or life-threatening allergic reactions by consuming this product. All outer cartons affected are labeled correctly and provide an allergen advisory statement indicating that the product “contains peanuts.”


This recall is exclusively for the 8-pack, 20-pack, and 40-pack RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwich cartons and the 20-pack RITZ Filled Cracker Sandwich Variety Pack carton, available at retail stores nationwide. No other RITZ products or Mondelēz Global LLC products are included in, or affected by, this recall.

There have been no reports of injury or illness reported to Mondelēz Global LLC to date related to this product, and they are issuing this recall as a precaution.


Consumers who have a peanut allergy should not eat these products and should discard any product identified in the recall. Consumers can contact the company at 1-844-366-1171, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week to get more information about the recall. Consumer Relations specialists are also available Monday–Friday, 9 am to 6 pm ET.


A full list of lot numbers and 'Best By' dates of affected products can be found with photos of the packaging in the FDA article:

https://www.fda.gov/safety

180 Tons Of Precooked Turkey Bacon Recalled for Listeria Risk

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Oscar Meyer turkey bacon recalled because of Listeria contamination

The problem was discovered after the establishment’s laboratory testing indicated the product may be contaminated with Lm.

Kraft Heinz Foods Company of Newberry, SC, is recalling 367,812 pounds of fully cooked turkey bacon because sampling has shown it to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The turkey bacon was produced from April 24, 2025, through June 11, 2025. There is concern that consumers may still have the product in their homes because some of it does not expire until September.


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.


Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still cause serious and sometimes life-threatening infections. Anyone who has eaten any recalled products and developed symptoms of Listeria infection should seek medical treatment and tell their doctors about the possible Listeria exposure. Also, anyone who has eaten any of the recalled products should monitor themselves for symptoms during the coming weeks because it can take up to 70 days after exposure to Listeria for symptoms of listeriosis to develop.


Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions regarding the recall can contact Kraft Heinz Food Company consumer hotline at 800-280-7185 or email consumerrelations@kraftheinz.com.


Photos of labels and a list of lot numbers of affected products can be found in the original article on the Food Safety News website :

https://www.foodsafetynews.com

Recall of Chocolate Pudding Due to Container Damage

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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
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