MARCH 2008

WEEK ENDING MARCH 1

Walker's Food Products Company Recalls Four Bean Salad 

Walker's Food Products Company of North Kansas City, Missouri, is recalling its 16oz., 5-lb. and 10-lb. containers of Four Bean Salad because of potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum.

The recalled Four Bean Salad was distributed to distributors in Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, and Iowa for ultimate distribution to retail stores and restaurants. The product in the 16 oz. containers was packaged under the Kay's Gourmet brand name. The product in the 5-lb. and 10-lb. containers was packaged under the Walker's Food Products Co. brand name. The containers are round clear plastic packages, which have an expiration date stamped on the bottom surface. The expiration dates subject to recall are 12/23/07 thru 04/5/08.

Consumers who have purchased 16 oz., 5-lb. and 10-lb. containers of the Four Bean Salad are urged to return them to the place of purchase for full refund. 

Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-725-2372.

PRODUCT Golden Flower Dried Lily Bulb; Nt. Wt. 12  oz, (340 grams) Ing: Dried Lily Bulb; User Warnings: DO not eat as a snack. Raw food please wash under tap water at least 5 minutes before cooking. Cook in hot boiling water for 30 minutes before consuming. Item number 40365 No codes on bags except UPC: 6 470406 01070 9, 
CODE No codes
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Prosperity Resources International Inc., Irvington, NJ, 
Manufacturer: S & Y Company LTD, Gaoming City, China. 
REASON New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets randomly sampled the product and found sulfites at the level of 1962 ppm. Suflites were not declared on the ingredient label.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 18 cases (50 x 12 oz packages)
DISTRIBUTION RI, FL, NJ, NY, MD, IL, OH, VA and IN

PRODUCT Le Gourmet Connection Jack Cheese, 
CODE Lot: 539
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Le Gourmet Connection, LLC, Lebanon, TN, 
Manufacturer: Sweetwater Valley Farm, Philadelphia, TN. 
REASON Product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 36/10 oz. bars
DISTRIBUTION OH

PRODUCT King brand Dried Turkish Apricots, 12.5 Kg (28 lbs.). The product is packaged in a plastic bulk bag packed inside a cardboard box. (Note: No bulk label available), 
CODE Lot #: 35-105, expiration date: 15-07-2008
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Kadouri International Foods, Inc., Brooklyn, NY,
Manufacturer: Cevdet Aksut Ve Ogull. Koll. Sti., Nazilli, Turkey. 
REASON The product contained undeclared sulfites based on sampling and analysis by New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,398 cartons
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

PRODUCT Stirrings Mojito Rimmer Cocktail Garnish, 3.5 oz. (99g). UPC 80999 00046 Ingredients: Sugar, Citric Acid, Spearmint An all natural blend of confections for the mouth of your mojo, 
CODE Best by Codes: 102708; 103008; 112308; 120108; 120408; 010309
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Stirrings, LLC, Fall River, MA, 
Manufacturer: Van de Vries Spice Corporation, Avenel, NJ. 
REASON Product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 34,710/3.5 oz.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide and UK

PRODUCT Crab cakes packed five per clear plastic bag with stick-on label reading in part: "CRAB CAKES***Ingredients:***bread crumbs***" Ten bags per cardboard case labeled in part: "Pacific Seafood 142262 Crab Cakes 50/3 oz Net Wt 9.4 lbs FZ Pack Date: Sept. 27, 2007***", 
CODE "Pack Date: Sept. 27, 2007" and all earlier pack dates back to and including June 14, 2007 for the crab cakes
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Pacific Seafood Co., Inc., Clackamas, OR
REASON The product label does not declare wheat as a sub-ingredient of bread crumbs.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 358 cases
DISTRIBUTION OR, WA, CA, NV and NM

PRODUCT Albacore Tuna Penne. Penne rigate pasta, Albacore tuna, sun-dried tomato pesto, chopped basil lemon zest, parmesan cheese, petite peas and sweet piquante peppers. Delivered Every Day. Net Weight 8.8 oz (249 g). Made Exclusively for Starbucks  Coffee Company, All Rights Reserved. FOO-994 NA1403R01, 
CODE Made Daily Enjoy By 02 06 and 02 07
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Gretchen’s Shoebox Express, Seattle, WA
REASON Product contains undeclared wheat.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 725
DISTRIBUTION WA, OR

 FISH RECALL

 

Gorton's Inc. recalled about 1,000 cases of frozen fish in 10 states on Friday after confirming that items a Pennsylvania customer reported finding in her food were pills.

 

The recall is for Gorton's 6 Crispy Battered Fish Fillets, 11.4 ounces. The UPC Code is No. 44400157770, with a date code of 7289G1 and a best-if-used-by date of April 2009.

 

The fish was sent to nine other states: Alabama, Delaware, California, Florida, Georgia, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas.

Consumers who purchased the fish can call Gorton's at 800-896-9479.

CHICKEN ENTREES 

 Meijer Distribution Center, a Grand Rapids, Mich. firm, is recalling approximately 2,184 pounds of frozen chicken entrées that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The following product is subject to recall: 

12-ounce packages of “Discover Cuisine ™ Red Curry Chicken & Jasmine Rice.” Each package bears the Canadian establishment number “Est. 302” inside the Canadian Food Inspection Agency mark of inspection as well as a “Best By” date of “12 18 08.”

The frozen chicken entrées were produced on Oct. 18, 2007, and were sent to distributors and retail establishments in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Ohio.

Media and consumers with questions about the recall should contact company Director of Public Relations, Frank J. Guglielmi at (734) 844-2781.

Consumers with questions about the recall should contact the Meijer Call Center at (800) 543-3704.

CANADIAN FIRM RECALLS CHICKEN ENTREES 

Inovata Foods, an Edmonton, Alberta firm, is recalling approximately 3,780 pounds of frozen chicken Entrées that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The following product is subject to recall: 

12-ounce packages of "Discover Cuisine ™ Red Curry Chicken & Jasmine Rice." Each package bears the Canadian establishment number "Est. 302" inside the Canadian Food Inspection Agency mark of inspection as well as a "Best By" date of "12 18 08."

The frozen chicken entrées were produced on Oct. 18, 2007, and were exported to the United States and then sent to distributors and retail establishments nationwide.

Media and consumers with questions about the recall should contact company Chief Operating Officer Bob McColl at (780) 454-8665.

WASHINGTON FIRM RECALLS CHICKEN ENTREES

Costco Wholesale, an Issaquah, Wash. firm, is recalling approximately 10,368 pounds of frozen chicken Entrées that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The following product is subject to recall:

Four-pack of 12-ounce packages of "Discover Cuisine ™ Red Curry Chicken & Jasmine Rice." Each package bears the Canadian establishment number "Est. 302" inside the Canadian Food Inspection Agency mark of inspection as well as a "Best By" date of "12 18 08." The item number "2880" also appears by the UPC code on the package.

The frozen chicken entrées were produced on Oct. 18, 2007, and were sent to retail establishments in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Utah and Washington.

Media with questions about the recall should contact Inovata Foods Chief Operating Officer Bob McColl, at (780) 454-8665.

Consumers with questions about the recall should contact the Costco Call Center at (800) 774-2678.

WEEK ENDING MARCH 8

New York Firm Recalls Meat and Poultry Products for Possible Listeria Contamination

Gourmet Boutique, L.L.C., a Jamaica, N.Y., firm, is recalling approximately 6,970 pounds of meat and poultry products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The following products are subject to recall:

                           

·         6-pound bulk packages of "GOURMET BOUTIQUE HONEY CHICKEN SALAD." Each package bears the establishment number "P-18799" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

·         3-pound bulk packages of "GOURMET BOUTIQUE CHICKEN MARSALA." Each package bears the establishment number "P-18799" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

·         3-pound bulk packages of "GOURMET BOUTIQUE GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST IN TERIYAKI SAUCE, PORTION CONTROL." Each package bears the establishment number "P-18799" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

·         6-pound bulk packages of "GOURMET BOUTIQUE GRILLED LEMON CHICKEN, PORTION CONTROL." Each package bears the establishment number "P-18799" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

·         6-pound bulk packages of "GOURMET BOUTIQUE GRILLED LEMON CHICKEN, PORTION CONTROL, Keep Frozen." Each package bears the establishment number "P-18799" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

·         3-pound bulk packages of "GOURMET BOUTIQUE Home Style Chicken Salad." Each package bears the establishment number "P-18799" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

·         4-pound bulk packages of "GOURMET BOUTIQUE Grilled Chicken B&E PRET A MANGER." Each package bears the establishment number "P-18799" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

·         3.5-pound bulk packages of "GOURMET BOUTIQUE Breaded and Fried Chicken Cutlet." Each package bears the establishment number "P-18799" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

·         3.125-pound bulk packages of "GOURMET BOUTIQUE ITALIAN STALLION TWISTER." Each package bears the establishment number "EST. 18799" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

·         8-pound bulk packages of "GOURMET BOUTIQUE Meatloaf with Gravy KIT." Each package bears the establishment number "EST. 18799" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

·         4.6-pound bulk packages of "GOURMET BOUTIQUE CHICKEN BURRITO." Each package bears the establishment number "P-18799" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

·         3.125-pound bulk packages of "GOURMET BOUTIQUE TURKEYCLUB TWISTER." Each package bears the establishment number "P-18799" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

The recalled products bear the production code of "GBD 08058" on the package. The meat and poultry products were produced on Feb. 26 and 27, 2008, and were sent to retail establishments in Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Wisconsin, and distribution centers in New York.

Media with questions about the recall should contact company Vice President for Operations, Andrew Murphy at (718) 977-1200 (ext. 0163).

Consumers with questions about the recall should contact Quality Control Manager Vanessa Lindsay at (718) 977-1200 (ext. 0166).

Limited Number of Aunt Jemima Pancake & Waffle Mix Products Recalled

The Quaker Oats Co. announced the products in the recall are a small quantity of Aunt Jemima Pancake & Waffle Mix: Original, Original Complete and Buttermilk Complete, which may have potential salmonella contamination. No other Aunt Jemima, frozen Aunt Jemima or Quaker products are affected.

The products, sold in 2 pound and 5 pound boxes with Best Before dates of FEB 08 09 H through FEB 16 09 H stamped on the top, contain the following UPC codes:

If consumers have this product with the indicated UPC codes and Best Before dates, they should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company by calling the toll-free hotline at 1-800-407-2247 or by logging onto http://www.auntjemima.com/.

Quaker is in the process of recovering the product involved. Quaker knows specifically to which customer warehouses the product was shipped. Approximately 98% of the product is within Quaker's control. The 2% of product which is outside of Quaker's control was shipped to a limited number of retail and mass merchandiser stores (no direct distribution to West Coast). Of that small quantity, the vast majority likely has not been placed on store shelves. Product was shipped to 17 states including Texas, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, North Carolina, Illinois, Florida, Missouri, Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Ohio, New York, New Mexico, Kansas and Utah.

PRODUCT
a) Kroger Smoked Salmon Dip, net wt 7.5 oz (212 g) and 32 oz, and Smoked Salmon
    Dip, Net Wt. 32 oz. (907.2 g), 
b) Kroger Cajun Style Smoked Salmon Dip, net wt 7.5 oz (212 g), 
c) Kroger Southern Style Crab Dip, net wt 7.5 oz (212 g), 
d) Kroger Sun Dried Tomato Crab Dip, net wt 7.5 oz (212 g), 
e) Kroger Chipotle Smoked Salmon Dip, net wt 7.5 oz (212 g), and Chipotle Smoked
    Salmon Dip, Net Wt. 32 oz (907.2 g), 
CODE
a) 7.5oz Use by dates: 04NOV2007A LN3 and 04NOV2007B LN3, 11NOV2007A LN3,
    11NOV2007B LN3, 18NOV2007A LN3, 18NOV2007B LN3, 25NOV2007A LN3,
    25NOV2007B LN3, 02 DEC2007A LN3, 02DEC2007B LN3, 09DEC2007A LN3,
    09DEC2007B LN3, 16 DEC2007A LN3, 16DEC2007B LN3, 23DEC2007A LN3;
    32oz, Use by date: 18NOV2007A LN3;
b) Use by dates: 04NOV2007A LN3, 04NOV2007B LN3, 11NOV2007A LN3,
    11NOV2007B LN3, 25NOV2007A LN3, 25NOV2007B LN3, 02DEC2007A LN3,
    02DEC2007B LN3, 09DEC2007A LN3, 09DEC2007B LN3, 16DEC2007A LN3,
    16DEC2007B LN3, 23DEC2007A LN3;
c) Use by dates: 04NOV2007A LN3 and 04NOV2007B LN3;
d) Use by date: 24OCT2007A LN3;
e) 7.5oz, Use by date: 11NOV2007A LN3, 11NOV2007B LN3, 19NOV2007A LN3,
    19NOV2007B LN3, 02DEC2007A LN3, 02DEC2007B LN3, 10DEC2007A LN3,
    10DEC2007B LN3, 16EC2007A LN3; 32oz, Use by date: 19NOV2007A LN3
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER House Of Thaller Inc., Knoxville, TN
REASON These products were contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes based on the state of Georgia's and the FDA laboratory's analysis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 13,455 pounds
DISTRIBUTION TN

PRODUCT
a) Sweetwater Valley Farms Southern Cheddar Jack Volunteer Special Cheese, 7, 10
    and 15 oz, and 5 lb blocks, 
b) Sweetwater Valley Farms Tennessee Aged Southern Sharp Cheddar Cheese, 7, 10
    and 15 oz bars, 
c) Sweetwater Valley Farms Tennessee Aged Southern Mild Cheddar Cheese, 7, 10
    and 15 oz bars, 
CODE
a) Lot No. 539;
b) and c) Lot No. 604
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Sweetwater Valley Farm, Philadelphia, TN, 
REASON This product was contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes based on the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s analysis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 2,813 pounds
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

PRODUCT
a) Harry and David Moose Munch Milk & Dark Chocolate White Chocolate Macadamia
    Confection in clear round tub with clear plastic lid and shrink wrapped. Top label
    states "HARRY & DAVID MOOSE MUNCH MILK & DARK CHOCOLATE
    WHITE CHOCOLATE MACADAMIA NET WT 1 lb 10 oz. Label on side of
    container states "MILK CHOCOLATE CARAMEL, DARK CHOCOLATE,
b) Harry and David Moose Munch Peanut Butter, Milk Chocolate, Macadamia Nut
    Confection in clear round tub with clear plastic lid and shrink wrapped. Top label
    states "HARRY & DAVID MOOSE MUNCH PEANUT BUTTER, MILK
    CHOCOLATE, MACADAMIA NUT NET WT 1 lb 10 oz. Label on side of container
    states "MILK CHOCOLATE CARAMEL, DARK CHOCOLATE, 
CODE
a) Lot codes: 304 NXXX NN:NN, 305 NXXX NN:NN, 306 NXXX NN:NN,
    307 NXXX NN:NN;
b) Lot codes: 264 NXXX NN:NN, 265 NXXX NN:NN or 266 NXXX NN:NN.
    The X represents a letter and N represents a number
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Bear Creek Operations, Inc. DBA Harry and David's, Medford, OR,
REASON The label on the side of the products is for a different product; Harry and David brand Milk Chocolate Caramel, Dark Chocolate Confection, and fails to list macadamia nuts and peanuts as ingredients.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Milk & Dark Chocolate White Chocolate Macadamia – 5,880 tubs; Peanut Butter, Milk Chocolate, Macadamia Nut – 4,392 tubs
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

PRODUCT GOLDEN LION brand Dried Hylocereus Undatus Brltt, NET WT: 6oz, UPC 7 34765 04361 2. (The labeled handling instructions refers to this product as a fungus, NYSDAM has this as a Dried Natural Herb), 
CODE No code.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Blooming Import Inc., Brooklyn, NY, 
Manufacturer: TAISHAN CITY DAXIN FOODCO, LTD, Shiubu Town, TAISHAN, China. 
REASONnThe product contained undeclared sulfites (259.5ppm) based on sampling and analysis by New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 25 cases (50 - 6 oz. bags per case)
DISTRIBUTION NY

PRODUCT Sun Kee Ching Po Leung (soup mix) Nt. Wt. 5 oz, 
CODE None
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Prosperity Resources International Inc., Irvington, NJ,
Manufacturer: Yau Luk Hong, Ping Shan, Hong Kong. 
REASON New York State Department of Agriculture and Market randomly sampled product and found it to contain sulfites, which are not declared on the label
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 99 cartons (100 x 5 oz. per carton)
DISTRIBUTION MD, IL, MI, NJ, NY, OH, PA and VA

SEAFOOD RECALL

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has issued a recall of oysters, clams and mussels because of an algae bloom.

Shellfish harvested on March 1 or later are included in the recall. Consumers who purchased shellfish March 1 or later are advised not to eat them. People should either call the store where the shellfish were purchased to determine the date and location of harvest or dispose of them.

WEEK ENDING MARCH 15

PRODUCT SANFORD LIMITED SUSTAINABLE SEAFOOD, Mussel Meat, Perna Canaliculus, Net Wt. 10.00 Kg x 22.05 Lb., Packaged in a Bag, Harvest Date 16 Nov 2007, Production Date 19 Nov 2007, Sell by 18 Nov 2009, Lot No L177703590, Serial No 2684952, Bar Code 21177002684952, 
CODE Products with a production date of May 23rd thru June 18th are being recalled.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Mark Foods Inc., New York, NY,
Manufacturer: Sanford Limited Auckland, Freeman's Bay, Auckland, New Zealand. 
REASON The product is contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes based on information provided to the importer by the foreign manufacturer.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 2,243 cases
DISTRIBUTION CA, NY MD, PA, RI, NJ

PRODUCT Quality Farms Apple Juice in 2 qt bottles labeled 'QUALITY FARMS ALL NATURAL APPLE JUICE 2 QUARTS, 
CODE ENJOY BY 12/17/07 ENJOY BY 12/29/07
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Fruitland Juice Company, Fruitland, ID,
REASON Product contains elevated levels of patulin.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Code 12-17-07: 315 2qt. cases; Code 12-29-07: 108 2qt. cases
DISTRIBUTION ID, UT, MT, and OR

PRODUCT Tarritos Liquid Chili Snack, 3.3oz. (100gm); Imported; packaged in a mug-shaped jar with plastic seal lid and green label, 
CODE All products distributed between 11/2006 and 12/3/2007
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm Name: Villa Mex Imports, Inc., San Antonio, TX, 
Manufacturer: Productos Avila Sa De Cv, Guadalajara, Mexico. 
REASON Imported Mexican candy contains lead in excess of the 0.1 ppm maximum level recommended by FDA.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 73 cases (14 displays per case / 6 mugs per display)
DISTRIBUTION TX

PRODUCT Diamond A Baby Whole Pickled Beets, Net Wt. 15 oz (425 g). Ingredients: Beets, Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Vinegar, Salt, Natural Flavor, 
CODE Top Line Code: H7CG041J Bottom Line Code: 4TS7C time stamp: 10:24 - 10:44
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Seneca Foods, Inc., Janesville, WI,
REASON Cans labeled as Baby Whole Pickled Beets actually contain pizza sauce with cheese (milk). No milk ingredients were listed on the beet label.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 2698 cans
DISTRIBUTION AK and WA

PRODUCT Marine Harvest of Scotland, Scottish Atlantic Fresh Salmon Gutted Head On, Various Weights, 
CODE Lots between the dates shipped on or about February 7 to February 12, 2008.
Lot numbers: 89379 89380 89382 89383 89385 89386 89397 89398 89399 89400 89430 89431 89432 89433
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Lewis Mills & Co. LLC, Gloucester, MA,
Manufacturer: Marine Harvest (Scotland) Ltd, Ratho Station, Newbridge, UK. 
REASON Product is contaminated with petroleum resulting in off odor and off taste.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 97, 587 lbs
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

Slade Gorton & Co. Recalls "Icybay Cooked Langostinos" 

Slade Gorton & Co is recalling "ICYBAY" cooked, ready to eat, frozen Langostinos because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The product retails in one pound, clear plastic package marked with UPC 0-73129-61672-8 on the top and with an expiration date of June 2009 and is distributed under the brand name of "ICYBAY". The product also was distributed to wholesale accounts, also under the "ICYBAY" brand, in five pound clear plastic packages containing either 70-90 count, 90-125 count or 120-150 count. This recall involves production dates of July 18, 2007 through August 13, 2007 and/or Julian dates of 199 through 232.

The recalled "ICYBAY" cooked langostinos were distributed to retailers in Massachusetts and Maryland, over the course of the past several weeks. The majority of the retail distribution was removed from shelves immediately upon notice of the potential of contamination. The recalled "ICYBAY" cooked langostinos were distributed to wholesalers in Colorado, Connecticut, Indiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, Vermont, West Virginia and Wisconsin.

Consumers who have purchased one pound packages of "ICYBAY" cooked langostinos are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. 

Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-225-1573.

Publix Issues Recall for Assorted Flavors of Empanadas

Publix Super Markets is recalling all codes of prepackaged 2 and 4-pack Apple, Pineapple and Pumpkin Empanadas sold in retail bakeries due to the undeclared milk ingredient.  The recall affects the following 10 counties:

The product was sold in a variety of different containers.

Customers who have purchased the product may return it to their store for a full refund or replacement. 

Consumers with questions may contact Publix at 1-800-242-1227. 

Alabama Firm Recalls Poultry Giblets  

Cagle's Inc., a Collinsville, Ala., establishment, is recalling approximately 943,000 pounds of various fresh and frozen poultry giblets and fresh carcasses with giblets inserted that may be adulterated due to improper disposition of the giblets.

The following products are subject to recall:  

Each shipping package bears the establishment number "P-548" inside the USDA mark of inspection, however these products were repackaged for consumer sale and will therefore not include the establishment's number.

The products were produced on various dates between Dec. 3, 2007 and March 12, 2008, and were distributed to institutions and restaurants nationwide.

Media and consumers with questions about the recall should contact company the Executive Vice President Mark Ham at (404) 355-2820.

WEEK ENDING MARCH 22

Food For Life Baking Co., Inc. Recalls Spelt Bread

Food For Life Baking Company of Corona, California is recalling 2,241 cases of Spelt Bread (UPC# 07347200168) because they contain spelt grain which is known to be a hybrid of wheat. People who have allergies to wheat or those with Celiac Disease may run the risk of a serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume spelt products.

The recalled products were sold nationwide through health food distributors and natural food retailers.

Food For Life Spelt Bread is sold frozen in a 24 oz. (680g) light blue package and bears either of the two following descriptions

  1. Food For LIfe, Wheat Alternative Spelt Bread
  2. Food For Life, Fruit Juice Sweetened Spelt Bread

Affected lot numbers are: H1847, H2042, H2136, H2435, H2872, H2974, H3224, H3460, I0485.

Consumers who have purchased any of these products are urged to return them unopened to the place of purchase for a refund.

Consumers with questions may contact us toll free at: (800) 797-5090.

PRODUCT Baby Elephant brand Mango Sheets, product of Thailand, net w. 165G/5.81 oz. UPC 8 852740 500010. Nutrition Facts serving size (82.5g) – Servings per Container: 2. The product is packaged in a plastic wrapped tray, 
CODE MFD: 02 07 07, EXP: 05 07 08
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Hoque & Sons, Inc., Maspeth, NY, 
Manufacturer: Nongmon SMJ Products Co., LTD, Thailand. 
REASON The product contained undeclared sulfites (239 ppm) based on sampling & analysis by New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown
DISTRIBUTION NY, NJ, CT, MD, FL, OH, and Canada

PRODUCT King Chief brand Dried Kudzu, Net wt. 6oz. UPC 6 881234 001896, 
CODE UPC code only
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Domega International Ltd. Inc., Brooklyn, NY,
Manufacturer: Unknown
REASON The product contained undeclared sulfites based on sampling and analysis by New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE Unknown
DISTRIBUTION NY, MA, PA, IL, OH

PRODUCT Giant Cashews in box labeled Harry & David Giant Cashews net wt. 4 OZ., 
CODE Lot codes: 2507 MSL 15:00 through 2507 MSL 18:00 with a use by date of 6/28/08
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Bear Creek Operations, Inc. DBA Harry and David's, Medford, OR
REASON Some packages labeled as Giant Cashews contain another product, Whole Mixed Nuts (peanuts, pecans, brazil nuts, almonds, and cashews) in box labeled as Giant Cashews.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 2130 Boxes
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

PRODUCT Sanford Limited Sustainable Seafood Mussel Meat, New Zealand Greenshell Mussels, Perna canaliculus; individually quick frozen raw mussel meat; 10 x 1 kg plastic bags per carton, 
CODE PH No. 177, production dates of 23 May 2007 through 21 November 2007
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Central Seaway Co., Inc. Northfield, IL, 
Manufacturer: Sanford South Island Limited, Havelock Wharf, Havelock, New Zealand. 
REASON The frozen raw mussel meat was found to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,725 cartons
DISTRIBUTION WA and IL

PRODUCT Organic Unhulled Sesame, USDA/QAI organic, Kosher, Net wt. 25 lbs and 5 lbs, 
CODE Lot # 10706BPR725300
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Harvest Time Natural Foods, Eaton Rapids, MI,
Manufacturer:  Shares! (U) Ltd., Kauga Sub Country, Mukono, Uganda. .
REASON FDA testing of a portion of this lot found it to be contaminated with salmonella.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 17/25 lbs bags and 10/5 lb bags.
DISTRIBUTION MI, IL, OH

PRODUCT Certified Organic Natural Sesame, Net Wt. 25 lb,
CODE Lot# 10706BPR725300.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: American Health & Nutrition Inc., Eaton Rapids, MI, Manufacturer: Shares! (U) Ltd., Mukono, Uganda. 
REASON An FDA sample of this lot tested positive for Salmonella.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 87 - 25 pound bags.
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

PRODUCT Shiloh Farms Organic Sesame Seeds Unhulled. The product is sold in 12 oz. plastic bags and shipped in cases containing 6 bags; UPC 047593303545, 
CODE Lot #’s: 17503 and 17133
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Garden Spot Distributors, Inc., New Holland, PA
REASON An FDA sample of this lot tested positive for Salmonella.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 196 cases
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

PRODUCT Bell's Fishery brand Smoked Whitefish Pate in 8 ounce and 16 ounce clear plastic tubs. 
CODE Lots 100607, exp. 10/20/07 and 100807, exp. 10/28/07
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER LTBB, Mackinaw City, MI, 
REASON Product contains undeclared sub-ingredients including egg yolk and milk. Egg yolk is a sub-ingredient of salad dressing and horseradish sauce, which were used in manufacturing the pate. This product also utilized cream cheese, which contains milk.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 120 pounds
DISTRIBUTION MI

PRODUCT "Green Paradise label" Fresh Italian basil, 12 x 1 lb box marked with lot # 1219 on the side of the box. 
CODE Lot number: 1219
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Topline Specialty Produce, Los Angeles, CA, 
Manufacturer: Green Paradise S. de R.L. de C.V., Pescadero, Mexico. 
REASON This product is contaminated with Salmonella based on the FDA's analysis.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 459 cartons (12 x 1 lb box /carton)
DISTRIBUTION CA, IL and NY

PRODUCT Peregrina Cheese, QUESO FRESCO, Fresh Cheese, foil wrapped in a plastic container, Weight - 14 oz., Plant # 36-8431, UPC 81742400246. INGREDIENTES: LECHE, CUAJO, SAL, Pasteurized Milk, Rennet, Salt, Added. 
CODE Dairy Code: 3973
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Peregrina Cheese Company, Brooklyn New York
REASON The cheese was found to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes based on sampling and analysis by New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 150 units - 14 oz. each
DISTRIBUTION NY

PRODUCT
a) Weis Baker's Basket 18-count Fruit Miniatures. The product is available in four varieties - Nut Diamonds, Cheese Raspberry, Apricot and Mixed assortment. Product is a bakery dessert items that are received frozen, thawed, and sold for human consumption. UPC 210100-00000, 
b) Weis Baker's Basket two-pound platters of Mini-Fruit Diamonds. The product is available in four varieties - Nut Diamonds, Cheese Raspberry, Apricot and Mixed assortment. Product is a bakery dessert items that are received frozen, thawed, and sold for human consumption. UPC 210112-00000,
CODE a) and b)  Sell by date prior to and including Jan 5, 2008
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Weis Markets Inc., Sunbury, PA, 
Manufacturer: Mini Frost Foods Corp, North Haledon, NJ. 
REASON Product contains undeclared walnuts.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 22,176 lbs
DISTRIBUTION PA, NY, NJ, MD, and WV

PRODUCT
a) Frozen Salted Wild Yellow Croaker 2.2 lbs (35.2 oz) 1 kg Yeonggwang Gun; Product  Code BG1103, 
b) Polar Bird Dried Yellow Croaker Product Code BG1121 - 2.2 lbs (1 kg) Size 200- 300g; Product Code BGF1121B - Nt. Wt. 4.5 lbs (2.04kg) Size 200-300g, 
c) Choripdong Frozen Yellow Croaker Product Code BG1124 - Bulk 29.73 pound case; Product Number BG1124A - Bulk 31.6 pound case; and Product Number BG1123 – Bulk 30.83 pound case. 
CODE No lot codes
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Seoul Shik Poom Inc., Hillside, NJ, 
Manufacturer: Yu Myoung Fisheries, Beooseong Myun, Jeollanamdo Korea. 
REASON New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets sampled fish and found it to be uneviscerated.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 4902 cases
DISTRIBUTION NJ, NY, PA, MD, VA, GA, WA

PRODUCT
a) Biscotti, Sweet Nana brand Dark Chocolate Dipped Hazelnut Biscotti, in 3.9 oz.  plastic bags. Product is sold 24/3.9 oz. packages/case and 2/3.9 oz. bags/box  and 12 boxes/case, 
b) Biscotti, Tuscan Bakery brand White Chocolate Dipped Cappuccino Biscotti, sold 6 - 7.8 oz. paper bags/case, 
c) Biscotti, Tuscan Bakery brand Orange Hazelnut Biscotti, in 8.0 oz. paper bags  Product is sold 6 – 8.0 oz. bags/case, 
d) Biscotti, Tuscan Bakery brand Gourmet Assortment Biscotti (one each of almond   amaretto, anise, cappuccino, chocolate hazelnut, cranberry pecan, lemon, orange hazelnut, and original biscotti in each bag) 8 oz. paper bag. Product sold 12 bags/case and individual 8 oz bags, 
CODE
a) Date codes of 03/16/08 through 06/12/08;
b) Date codes of 03/09/08 through 05/11/08; 
c) and d) Date codes of 04/14/08 through 07/05/08; 
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Edesia Foods, LLC, Portland, OR,
REASON Products do not declare milk as sub-ingredient of butter. Butter is listed on label.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
Hazelnut – 36 cs/24 pkg/3.9 oz, 79 cs/12 pkg/7.8 oz;
White chocolate – 12 cs/6 pkgs/7.8 oz;
Orange hazelnut – 18 cs/6 pkg/8 oz.;
Assortment – 7 cs/12 pkg/8 oz.
DISTRIBUTION OR

PRODUCT
a) OCP brand New Zealand Greenshell Mussels, Individually Quick Frozen on the Half Shell in cartons with net wt. 2 lb. (907g/32 oz.). UPC 826160 6002 3,
b) Greenshell Mussels (Perna Canaliculus). The product is referred to in the recall letter as “Meat (B Grade)”, 
CODE
a) Lot #’s: 13/25, 14/25, 60/18, 61/18;
b) Lot #’s: 13/25, 60/18, 61/18, 70/11
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Mark Foods, Inc., 
Manufacturer: Centre Island Seafoods Limited, Whitianga, New Zealand. .
REASON The mussel meat supplier recalled the product because it exceeded New England’s standard of 230 cfu/100g E. coli.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,126 cases
DISTRIBUTION CA, GA, NJ, PA

PRODUCT Fresh Express brand Gourmet Café Orchard Harvest Salad in 4.8 oz plastic package; Production code of S057 A 28,
CODE Best-if-used-by-date of March 09
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Fresh Express Fresh Foods, Salinas, CA
REASON Product contains “lightly frosted Almonds”, but does not declare in the ingredient label affixed to the bottom of the package, however, the primary display label on the top of the package and on the side of the package, and also on the top label of the inner ingredient tray reads, “LIGHTLY FROSTED ALMONDS”.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 503 cases totaling 3,018 units
DISTRIBUTION CA, CO, WA, NV

PRODUCT Walgreens Refreshing Diet Cola Classic Soda, Caffeine Free, Sweetened with Splenda; 20 Fl. Oz. non-returnable plastic bottles/24 bottles per case; item 113244, UPC 0 49022 14144 5, CODE Lots 082808 and 090208
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Dr Pepper/ Seven Up, Inc., Plano, TX,
Manufacturer: Cadbury Schweppes Bottling Group, Inc., Northlake, IL. 
REASON The diet cola was inadvertently labeled as "Caffeine Free" when the label should have read "Calorie Free". The product contains caffeine as an added ingredient.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,055 cases
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

Williams Foods, Inc. Issues Recall for Undeclared Milk in Bass Pro Shops Uncle Buck's Light 'N Krispy Fish Batter Mixes

Williams Foods Inc, of Lenexa KS., is recalling 22 ounce canisters of Bass Pro Shops Uncle Buck's Light 'n Krispy Original and Light 'n Krispy Hot & Spicy Fish Batter Mixes and 8 ounce pouches of Bass Pro Shops Uncle Buck's Light 'n Krispy Original Fish Batter Mix because the products contain undeclared milk (as part of a minor component of added natural flavors). 

The product was distributed through Bass Pro Shops retail stores in the United States.

The product is sold in Bass Pro Shops Uncle Buck's labeled 22 ounce canisters and 8 ounce flexible pouches. This recall applies to the following lot numbers: 31207A11, 35107A11, 06308A11 (22 ounce canisters) and 3530716 (8 ounce pouches). Only the "Light 'n Krispy" version of the Bass Pro Shop's Uncle Buck's Fish Batter Mixes are affected by this recall.

Concerned consumers who have packages of 22 ounce canisters of Bass Pro Shops Uncle Buck's Light 'n Krispy Original and Light 'n Krispy Hot & Spicy Fish Batter Mixes and 8 ounce pouches of Bass Pro Shops Uncle Buck's Light 'N Krispy Original Fish Batter Mix should return them to the stores where they were purchased for a full refund. 

Any consumers with questions about this recall should also contact Williams Foods Corporate Quality Department at 1-800-255-6736.

Acme Issues Recall for Acme Labeled Cinnamon Rolls with Icing

Acme Markets is issuing a recall on all codes of Acme label 4-pack cinnamon rolls with icing due to the undeclared milk ingredient. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. The recall affects all Acme locations in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland.

The product is being removed from the shelf and customers who have purchased the product may bring it back to an Acme store location for a full refund or exchange.

Alabama Firm Recalls Poultry Giblets That May Be Adulterated 

Cagle's Inc., a Collinsville, Ala., establishment, is recalling approximately 943,000 pounds of various fresh and frozen poultry giblets and fresh carcasses with giblets inserted that may be adulterated due to improper disposition of the giblets.

The following products are subject to recall:

Each shipping package bears the establishment number "P-548" inside the USDA mark of inspection, however these products were repackaged for consumer sale and will therefore not include the establishment's number.

The products were produced on various dates between Dec. 3, 2007 and March 12, 2008, and were distributed to institutions and restaurants nationwide.

Media and consumers with questions about the recall should contact company the Executive Vice President Mark Ham at (404) 355-2820.

Charlie's Produce Spokane Recalls Cut Cantaloupe Products 

Charlie's Produce of Spokane, WA is recalling Charlie's Produce Brand Cut Cantaloupe Products, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The products recalled by Charlie's Produce Spokane include the following fruit items containing cut cantaloupe:

Retail Products:

Foodservice Products:

The above products containing cantaloupe were distributed in Eastern Washington, Idaho, and Montana to retail stores, delis, and foodservice institutions.

Products are branded with the Charlie's Produce name and logo, in a hard plastic clamshell, with a Use By date of 3 07 through 3 29 stamped on the bottom of the container.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for full refund. 

Customers with questions may contact the company through: Mike Ruff – Food Safety Director – 206-625-1412 Monday - Friday.

WEEK ENDING MARCH 29

Nationwide Recall of Honduran Cantaloupes grown by Agropecuaria Montelibano, San Lorenzo Valle, Honduras

Central American Produce, Inc. of Pompano Beach, FL announces a  recall of cantaloupes grown, packed and shipped by an independent third-party grower, Agropecuaria Montelibano of San Lorenzo Valle, Honduras. The product was distributed nationwide and Canada. Based on current information, the cantaloupe grown, packed and shipped from Agropecuaria Montelibano appears to be associated with a Salmonella Litchfield outbreak in the United States and Canada.

Consumers should throw away the cantaloupes. The cantaloupes were distributed for sale in medium brown cardboard cartons with the brands “Mikes Melons” or “Mayan Pride” all showing “PRODUCE OF HONDURAS” printed on each of the four side panels of the carton. The address of the shipper appears on one end panel of the carton as follows:

GROWN, PACKED AND SHIPPED BY:
AGROPECUARIA MONTELIBANO
SAN LORENZO, VALLE, HONDURAS

There are other firms that are involved in this recall using other labels of the same grower, including Mikes Melons.

Consumers with additional questions should contact Central American Produce, Inc. at 954-943-2303.

Tropifresh, Inc. Recalls Whole Cantaloupe Products Because of Possible Health Risk

Tropifresh, Inc. of Los Angeles, CA is recalling Agrolibano’s Produce Brand whole Cantaloupes because they appear to be contaminated with  Salmonella.,  

Whole cantaloupe fruits subject to this recall carry a “Mike’s Melons” sticker or may be unlabeled because this sticker has fallen off. Whole cantaloupes fruits subject to this recall were sold in approximately 1100 pound cardboard bin containers and were distributed to wholesalers in Southern California, Pennsylvania and Canada.

No illnesses have been reported to Tropifresh, Inc. to date.

These cantaloupe products were supplied from Agropecuaria Montelibano, a Honduran grower and packer, to Tropifresh. 

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged to return them to the place of purchase. 

Customers with questions may contact Luis Alvarado of Tropifresh, Inc. at 213-745-8111.

T.M. Kovacevich International, Inc. Recalls Cantaloupe Because of Possible Health Risk

T.M. Kovacevich International, Inc. of Philadelphia, PA is recalling cantaloupes which it purchased from Agropecuaria Montelibano, a Honduran grower and packer, because the cantaloupe fruit from this company has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The recalled product was distributed to wholesalers and processors in Georgia, Florida, Massachusetts and New Jersey, and may have reached consumers through grocery stores, restaurants, or other similar channels.  Whole cantaloupe fruits subject to this recall carry a “Mike’s Melons” sticker or may be unlabeled because this sticker has fallen off.  Whole cantaloupe fruits subject to this recall were sold in boxes marked with the following text: “Cantaloupe, Mike’s Melons, Produce of Honduras, Grown, Packed and Shipped by Agropecuaria Montelibano, San Lorenzo, Valle, Honduras”.

Consumers who have recently bought whole cantaloupes from this specific grower and packer should destroy these products immediately.  

Consumers with questions may contact George Manos of T.M. Kovacevich International, Inc. at  (215) 336-3160.

PRODUCT Oriental Mascot Brand, Sweetened Sliced Coconut; Product of China Nt. Wt. 4 oz., 
CODE No codes on product
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Summit Import Corp., Jersey City, NJ, 
Manufacturer: Guangzhou Luoxi Marine Products. 
REASON New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets randomly sampled the product and found it to contain 70 mg (2459 ppm) of sulfites per serving.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 14 cartons - 40 4 oz. containers per carton
DISTRIBUTION NY, NJ and PA

PRODUCT CIBO NATURALS classic basil pesto in 6 oz. plastic container labeled KEEP REFRIGERATED NET WT 6 OZ, 
CODE Lot numbers include 34007344, 34007345, and 34007346. Lot numbers are ink stamped on bottom of container with black ink.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER CIBO Naturals, LLC., Seattle, WA, 
REASON Product contains undeclared pine nuts.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 20,704 /6 oz containers
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

PRODUCT Queso Cincho Guerrero Cincho Cheese; a hard dry Mexican style cheese with dry chili peppers rubbed on the outside of the wheel of cheese; the 35 - 45 lb. wheels are wrapped in plastic wrap and placed in cardboard shipping cartons (the wheel label states "Net Weight 22 Lbs when Packed"); Keep refrigerated, Product of Mexico, UPC 6 56583 90001 7, 
CODE All wheels distributed between April 16 and July 26, 2007
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Mexican Cheese Producers, Inc., Monroe, WI,
Manufacturer: Quesos Sabrosos Mexicanos s.a. de c.v., Villahermosa.Mexico, 
REASON The cheese is contaminated with Salmonella and Staphylococcus aureus bacteria.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 2870 wheels of cheese
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

PRODUCT Be Powered Protein Bar all natural chocolate raspberry, 4 bars Net WT 2.0 oz (57 g) / total net wt 8.0 oz (227g); Be Powered Protein Bar all natural chocolate raspberry, Net WT 2.0 oz (57 g), CODE 1-85337-0002-5 (single bars) 1-85337-00094-4 (4 bars per pack)
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Be unlimited, ltd., Milwaukee, WI, 
Manufacturer: Colorado Baking Company, Colorado Springs, CO. REASON Manufacturing issue has been identified that results in the potential for these products to develop mold prior to their expiration date.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 49,000 bars
DISTRIBUTION MN

Chiquita Brands International, Inc. Recalls Whole Cantaloupes Grown by Agropecuaria Montelibano

Chiquita Brands International, Inc. announced a recall of cantaloupes grown, packed and shipped by an independent third-party grower, Agropecuaria Montelibano in Honduras. The product was distributed to customers nationwide and is being recalled because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The cantaloupes were distributed for sale throughout the US and Canada in cardboard cartons with the brands "Mike's Melons," "Mayan Pride" and "Chiquita" all showing "PRODUCE OF HONDURAS" printed on each of the side panels of the carton. The address of the shipper appears on one end panel of the carton as follows:

GROWN, PACKED AND SHIPPED BY:
AGROPECUARIA MONTELIBANO
SAN LORENZO, VALLE, HONDURAS

Chiquita advises that U.S. grocers, food service operators and produce processors remove from their stock all recall product. Chiquita also advises consumers who have recently bought cantaloupes to check with the place of purchase to determine if the fruit came from this specific grower and packer. If so, consumers should throw away the cantaloupes.

Consumers with questions may contact the company at (800) 242-5472.

Bounty Fresh, LLC. Recalls Cantaloupe Because of Possible Health Risk

Bounty Fresh, LLC, has recalled cantaloupes from Agropecuaria Montelibano, a Honduran grower and packer because the cantaloupe fruit from this company has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella.

The recalled product was distributed nationwide to wholesalers and grocery stores. Whole cantaloupe fruits subject to this recall are packed three melons in a sleeve under the brand "Chestnut Hill Farms" and one melon per sleeve under the "Perfect Melon" brand. Individual melons are not labeled, but sleeves contain tags that say either "Perfect Melon" (one count) or "Chestnut Hill Farms" (3 count). Whole cantaloupe fruits subject to this recall were sold in boxes marked with the following text: "Cantaloupe, "Chestnut Hill Farms" (3 count) or "Perfect Melon" (one count) , Produce of Honduras, Grown, Packed and Shipped by Agropecuaria Montelibano, San Lorenzo, Valle, Honduras". All boxes also contain the Chestnut Hill Farms logo.

Consumers who have recently bought whole cantaloupes from this specific grower and packer should destroy these products immediately. 

Consumers with questions may contact Raul Romero, Bounty Fresh, LLC at 305-592-6969.

Simply Fresh Fruit Announces Nationwide Recall of Some Fresh Cut Fruit Products Containing Cantaloupe Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

Simply Fresh Fruit, of Los Angeles, California is recalling selected fresh cut fruit products which may contain cantaloupe which has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.  

The products being recalled include: Simply Fresh Fruit Brand food service Fruit Mix in Syrup products dated “sell by 4 – 18 08” or earlier, food service Cantaloupe Chunks in Syrup products dated “sell by 4 – 08 8” or earlier, and retail and club store Simply Fresh, Fresh  Cut Fruit Brand containing cantaloupe dated “sell by 3 – 29 8”or earlier.  Retail and club store products involved were removed from sale prior to Monday, March 24.  Foodservice distributors who sell their own brand, have been notified, and are recalling the products involved.  Foodservice products are packed in plastic pails or jars, and retail products are packed in plastic trays.

Food Service establishments who have any of the products involved should contact their supplier for disposition instructions.  

Consumers with questions may contact Simply Fresh Fruit at (323) 586-0000.

Spokane Produce Recalls Cut Cantaloupe Products Because of Possible Product Risk

Spokane Produce, Inc. of Spokane, Washington is recalling Garden Patch, Yokes, and Rosauers Classic labels of various products of fresh cut and cut fruits containing cantaloupe, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Products recalled by Spokane Produce include the following items containing cut cantaloupe:

Cantaloupe Chunks and Pieces
Sizes: 5oz, 8oz., 11oz, 12oz.,16oz., 21oz, 24oz., 32oz., 48oz., 64oz. & 5 lb.

Melon Medley
Sizes: 6oz., 8oz., 11oz., 12 oz., 16oz., 23.oz., 24oz., 32oz., 48oz., 64oz.

Mixed Melon Cantaloupe-Honeydew
Sizes: 4oz., 5oz., 8oz., 11oz., 16oz., 22oz., 24oz., 32oz., 48oz.

Fruit Medley
Sizes: 5oz., 8oz., 11oz., 12oz., 16oz., 23oz., 24oz., 32oz., 48oz., 64oz.

Fruit Medley with Strawberries
Sizes: 16oz., 24oz.

Mixed Melon and Fruit
Sizes: 6oz., 11oz., 16oz., 24oz.

Fruit Trays
Sizes: 40oz., 48oz., 75oz.

Products are packed in plastic cups or clamshells and distributed under the Garden Patch, Yokes, or Rosauers Classic labels.  Products are coded with a “Best used by” dates up to and including 03/26/08.

The above products were distributed through retail stores in Washington, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Wyoming.   Products are packed in plastic cups or clamshells and distributed under the Garden Patch, Yokes or Rosauers Classic labels.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged to return them to the place of purchase.   

Customers with questions may contact Dan Petek of Spokane Produce at 509.710.8301.

Recall on Honduran Cantaloupes Due to Potential Health Concerns

Dole Fresh Fruit Company, a subsidiary of Dole Food Company, Inc., has recalled all Honduran Cantaloupes grown, packed and shipped by an independent third-party grower, Agropecuaria Montelibano of San Lorenzo Valle, Honduras.

This recall has been initiated based on current information associated with a Salmonella Litchfield outbreak in the United States and Canada.

The cantaloupes were distributed for sale throughout the United States and parts of Canada in cardboard cartons with the brand "Dole" and "PRODUCT OF HONDURAS" printed on each of the side panels of the carton.

Ohio Firm Recalls Frozen Chicken Products Due To Mislabeling 

Koch Foods, a Fairfield, Ohio, establishment, is recalling approximately 1,420 pounds of frozen chicken breast products because they were packaged with the incorrect label. The frozen, pre-browned, raw products were labeled as "precooked" and therefore do not provide proper preparation instructions. These raw products may appear fully cooked.

The following product is subject to recall:

 

10-pound cases of "Koch Foods Fully Cooked Breaded Chicken Breast Fillet with Rib Meat" containing two 5-pound bags. Each case bears the establishment number "P-20795" inside the USDA mark of inspection, a production code of "24837-2", a date code of "B03982" and as well as a product code of "86861" printed on the label.


The frozen chicken products were produced on Feb. 8, 2008, and were shipped to distribution centers in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Tennessee, intended for use by food service institutions.

 

Media with questions about the recall should contact company Chief Financial Officer Mark Kaminsky at (847) 384-5940. Consumers with questions about the recall should contact company Vice President of Sales John Marler at (601) 732-3056.

Stonyfield Farm Announces Nationwide Recall of Select 6-Ounce Fat Free Blueberry Yogurts

Organic yogurt maker Stonyfield Farm  is recalling Stonyfield Organic  Fat Free Blueberry Yogurt,  packaged in 6 oz cups, carrying product codes printed along the cup bottom that start with the following dates:

Apr 13 08
Apr 14 08
Apr 15 08
April 25 08
Apr 26 08

The recall comes in response to consumer complaints reporting plastic or glass fragments in these particular batches of fat free blueberry yogurt. There have been no reports of injury. People who bite into or swallow a fragment could possibly be injured, prompting this precautionary recall.  

Stonyfield Farm is advising our distribution network to immediately remove these specific code-dates of 6-ounce fat free blueberry yogurt from retail shelves. The yogurts are sold at natural food stores and grocery retailers nationwide.

Consumers who may have purchased fat free blueberry yogurts with these code dates are asked to return opened and unopened containers to their retailers. You will be reimbursed for the full value of your purchase.

Consumers with questions should contact Stonyfield Farm Consumer Relations at 1-800-PRO-COWS or email us at crelations@Stonyfield.com.

JARD Marketing Corp. Announces Recall of Some Fresh Cut and Foodservice Fruit Products Containing Cantaloupe Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination

JARD Marketing, Lawrence, Massachusetts is recalling selected fresh cut fruit products which  contain cantaloupe which has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.  This recall affects all packs and sizes.  Products under this recall were distributed in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Food Service products containing cantaloupe packed in plastic pails and jars include the following brands: Pebble Beach, Festival Of Fruit, Cornucopia Sweet, Jambo Chef, Fowler Fruit Mix, Instantwhip, Syracuse Banana and City Line Food Dist.  Pails under this recall are coded with an expiration date from "Exp Apr 7, 2008" to "Exp Apr 22, 2008 or with a Julian Code of "08067" to "08082".  Plastic jars under this recall are coded with an expiration date of "Exp Apr 22, 2008" to "May 7, 2008" or with a Julian Code of "08067" to "08082".

Retail products containing cantaloupe packed in plastic cups and trays include the following brands: Frosty Fresh, Fresh Hand Cut, Fruit On The Go, Highland Park, Bruegger’s Bagels, Sid Wainer & Son, Hannaford Brothers and Garden Highway Plant # P-005. Plastic cups and trays under this recall are coded with a sell by date of  "3/29/08" or earlier.

Establishments who have any of the products involved should contact their supplier for disposition instructions. 

Consumers with questions may contact JARD Marketing Corp. at (978) 681-8900.

Bay Valley Foods Issues Recall for Undeclared Fish, Soy and Wheat in "America’s Choice® Classic Caesar Dressing"

Bay Valley Foods is recalling 535 cases of "America's Choice® Classic Caesar Dressing" because some of the bottles produced in February 2008 have an incorrect ingredient label on the back of the bottle. The incorrect label on the back includes ingredient and nutrition information for Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing and does not declare the presence of fish, soy and wheat.

The recalled bottles of "America's Choice Classic Caesar Dressing" were distributed through Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company (A&P) stores including A&P, Super Fresh, Food Basics USA, and Waldbaum's in Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New York, and the District of Columbia.

The recalled product, "America's Choice Classic Caesar Dressing" comes in a 16 ounce plastic bottle and is marked with a "best before" date code of 02-09-09 that can be found on the back label. If the ingredient label on the back is for "Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing," consumers may return the product to the store where it was purchased for a full refund.

Consumers with questions may contact Bay Valley Foods Consumer Response Department at 1-800-983-0823.