DECEMBER 2006

DECEMBER 2006

WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 2

Krisp-Pak Company, Inc. Recalls Fresh Cut Fruit Because of Possible Health Risk

Krisp-Pak Company, Inc. of Norfolk, VA is recalling all lots of Krisp-Pak Brand packaged fresh cut fruit with expiration dates on or before 11/30/06, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The product comes in plastic containers in 4 ounce cups, 8 ounce cups, 1 pound cups, 3 pound tubs, 10" trays (2.5 pounds) and 13" trays (4.5 pounds) for retail suppliers. The products being voluntarily recalled include individually packaged fruit which may contain cantaloupe, honeydew, red grapes, pineapple, watermelon or strawberries. The recall is limited to these products only.

The recalled fresh cut fruit was distributed in the Hampton Roads and Richmond, VA areas through retail stores.

Consumers who have purchased Krisp-Pak Brand fresh cut fruit are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumers with questions may contact Krisp-Pak at 1-800-755-0746.

Farmer’s Best International Issues Recall of Cantaloupes

Farmer’s Best International on behalf of Agroproductos San Rafael is announcing the recall of cantaloupes under the Lucia label brand because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Approximately three hundred and thirty six (336) cartons of cantaloupes were distributed in New York City and Boston between November 1 and November 4, 2006 no product was sold internationally. This cantaloupe was distributed for sale in 1-1/9 bushel cartons with 12 cantaloupes to a carton, under the Lucia label. The cantaloupes are straw-colored on the exterior, with orange flesh. As of this date there have been no reported outbreaks of illness due to our product.

Farmer’s Best and Agroproductos San Rafael are working together with the FDA to investigate and identify the source of the problem.
Farmer’s Best has had forty (40) years in this business with no previous food safety issues.

Consumers who have purchased Lucia brand cantaloupes are urged to return them to the place of purchase.

Consumers with questions may contact Farmer’s Best International at (520) 281-1411.

Vandervoet & Associates, Inc., Issues Recall for Cantaloupes

Vandervoet & Associates, Inc. of Rio Rico, AZ announces a recall of its cantaloupes, HDC label. The melons have the potential to be contaminated with salmonella, a substance which may render them injurious to health.

Approximately 7,400 cartons of cantaloupes were sold and distributed in the United States and Canada between November 9, 2006 and November 15, 2006. The cantaloupes were packed in cardboard cartons with contents of 9 to 23 melons per carton. The melons had a light green cast to the exterior, orange flesh, and firm fruit.

Any consumers who may have purchased HDC cantaloupes are recommended to return them to their point of purchase for a full and complete refund of all expenses. Any consumer who has purchased cantaloupes during the above mentioned time frame may contact the place of purchase to inquire if the store sold the recalled labels.

Any consumer with any questions may inquire by communicating with Vandervoet & Associates, at 1-520-281-0454.

East Coast Foods Inc. Issues a Recall on Uneviscerated Fish

East Coast Foods Inc. is recalling 48 cans of Kaija brand uneviscerated Herring in Special Brine.

This product may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum spores, which can cause botulism, a serious and potentially fatal food-borne illness.

The recalled Kaija brand uneviscerated Herring in Special Brine in an uncoded 1300g metal can with Cyrillic but no English labeling, was sold nationwide.

Consumers who have Kaija brand uneviscerated Herring in Special Brine are advised not to eat it, but should return it to the place of purchase.

Consumers with questions should contact the company at (718) 372-1113

WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 9

Jamba Juice Issues Alert Regarding Strawberry Smoothies

Jamba Juice of San Francisco, CA is notifying the public that smoothies containing strawberries which were sold at its Jamba Juice stores in Arizona, Southern Nevada and Southern California between November 25 - December 1, 2006, may have been contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

If any Jamba Juice customer purchased a product with strawberries from one of its affected stores between November 25 and December 1, and has concerns – especially those who have experienced any cold or flu-like symptoms – they should call the Jamba Juice consumer help line at 1-877-464-5689 or consult their healthcare provider.

Cleugh's Frozen Foods Inc. Recalls Frozen Strawberries Sold to Jamba Juice

Cleugh's Frozen Foods Inc., Salinas, CA, is recalling frozen strawberries sold exclusively to Jamba Juice for use in strawberry smoothies sold in stores in Arizona, Nevada and Southern California between the period November 25, 2006 and December 1, 2006 because of a concern that they may have been contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The recalled products have been removed from the Jamba Juice stores in the affected areas and are no longer being used to make smoothies.

PRODUCT
a) Dragonfly Brand Mango Pudding, UPC code: 721557357408,
Net Wt.: 2.82oz packed in 6 clear plastic cups,
b) Dragonfly Brand Banana Pudding, UPC code: 721557357415,
Net Wt.: 2.82oz packed in 6 clear plastic cups,
c) Dragonfly Brand Jackfruit Pudding, UPC code: 721557357422,
Net Wt.: 2.82oz packed in 6 clear plastic cups,
d) Dragonfly Brand Pink Guava Pudding, UPC code: 721557357446,
Net Wt.: 2.82oz packed in 6 clear plastic cups,
e) Dragonfly Brand COCONUT Pudding, UPC code: 721557357460,
Net Wt.: 2.82oz packed in 6 clear plastic cups,
f) Dragonfly Brand Pandan Pudding, UPC code: 721557357484,
Net Wt.: 2.82oz packed in 6 clear plastic cups,
g) Dragonfly Brand Papaya Pudding, UPC code: 721557357491,
Net Wt.: 2.82oz packed in 6 clear plastic cups,
h) Dragonfly Brand Taro Pudding, UPC code: 721557357507,
Net Wt.: 2.82oz packed in 6 clear plastic cups,
i) Dragonfly Brand Assorted Pudding, UPC code: 721557357552,
Net Wt.: 50.76oz packed in clear plastic container,
j) Dragonfly Brand Mini Lychee Pudding, UPC code: 21557357606,
Net Wt.: 14oz packed in clear plastic bag,
k) Dragonfly Brand Mini Mango Pudding, UPC code: 721557357613,
Net Wt.: 14oz packed in clear plastic bag,
l) Dragonfly Brand Mini Tropical Pudding, UPC code: 721557357620,
Net Wt.: 14oz packed in clear plastic bag,
m) Dragonfly Brand Mini Tropical Pudding, UPC code: 721557357637,
Net Wt.: 33.6oz packed in clear plastic container,
CODE
All Codes
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Ustov, dba U.S. Trading Company, Hayward, CA
Manufacturer: Thomyam Food Industries, dba Wonder Food Enterprise, Kantan, Malaysia.
REASON The products contain milk product (Sodium Caseinate) which is not declared in the ingredients statement on the label.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 975 cases
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

PRODUCT General Mills Golden Grahams, Honey Graham, Ridged Cereal, Net Wt. 13 oz (368g). UPC 1600069320,
CODE "Better if Used By" codes: 20JUL07WC, 21JUL07WC, 22JUL07WC, 23JUL07WC, 24JUL07WC, 25JUL07WC and 26JUL07WC.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: General Mills, Inc., Minneapolis, MN.,
Manufacturer: General Mills, West Chicago, IL.
REASON Product may contain undeclared milk.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 30,606 cases (each case contains 12 retail packages, 13 oz)
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

Product(s) Recalled: Bison Products
Production Dates/Identifying Codes:
Produced on various dates from June 22, 2006 through July 18, 2006. The following products are subject to recall:

1 lb (16 oz.) chub packages of "TWIN VALLEY BISON/BUFFALO GROUND BISON." Each product bears the sell by date of "041807."
12 oz. packages of "TWIN VALLEY BISON/BUFFALO NEW YORK STRIP STEAK." Each product bears the sell by date of "042507."
12 oz. packages of "TWIN VALLEY BISON/BUFFALO RIBEYE STEAK." Each product bears the sell by date of "042507."
8 oz. packages of "TWIN VALLEY BISON/BUFFALO TENDERLOIN." Each package bears the sell by date of "042507" or "051407."
12 oz. packages of "TWIN VALLEY BISON/BUFFALO SIRLOIN STEAK." Each package bears the sell by date of "051407."

Each package bears the establishment number "EST. 32035" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Problem/Reason for Recall: The bison products are misbranded in that they incorrectly bear the USDA mark of inspection for red meat products.
Federal Establishment:
The Meat Palace, Inc.
10248 Highway 27
Hayward, WI 54843
Consumer Contact: C. Tim Belter, General Manager, 715-634-2194
Quantity Recalled: Approximately 2,100 pounds
Quantity Recovered: To be determined
Distribution: Nationwide

WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 16

Unilever Recalls Jars of "Ragu® Pasta Sauce, Old World Style, Marinara"

Unilever of Englewood Cliffs, N.J. , is recalling "Ragu® Pasta Sauce, Old World Style, Marinara", UPC # 3620000400, Best If Used By SEP20 2008, because it contains undeclared milk. The formula also contains ground beef. The affected product is packaged in 1 lb 10 oz (26oz.) (737 g) glass bottles marked with UPC # 3620000400 located to the right side of the front label and Best If Used By date of SEP20 2008 located on the bottle cap.

The recall relates to one production code of "Ragu® Pasta Sauce, Old World Style Marinara" and is limited to 1000 jars produced. No other Ragu® Sauce product is being recalled.

The affected "Ragu® Pasta Sauce, Old World Style Marinara" was distributed to a limited number of customers located in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia. Products were also distributed in the following cities: Poplar Bluff, Missouri; White Plains, New York; Marietta, Ohio; Union Town, Pennsylvania; Washington, Pennsylvania, and reached consumers through retail stores. The affected product is being recalled from consumers and retailer store shelves, back rooms and warehouses.

Consumers who have purchased "Ragu® Pasta Sauce, Old World Style, Marinara", UPC # 3620000400, Best If Used By SEP20 2008 are urged to discard it immediately and contact the company at 1-866-839-8138 for a full refund.

Kellogg Company Recalls Pop-Tarts Frosted Blueberry Toaster Pastries

Kellogg Company of Battle Creek, MI is recalling a limited number of cartons of Kellogg's Pop-Tarts Frosted Blueberry toaster pastries because they may contain undeclared milk.

The product was distributed to grocery retailers in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia.

The product is packaged in a 14.7 oz – 8-count carton with a bar code of 38000 31010. Only 8-count cartons with a manufacturing code beginning with AUG 27 07 CPC printed on the top of the carton are included in this alert.

Consumers who have a Kellogg's® Pop-Tarts® Frosted Blueberry toaster pastries 8-ct carton with a bar code of 38000 31010 and a manufacturing code AUG 27 07 CPC printed on the top should call the Kellogg Consumer Response center at 1-800-237-1132.

PRODUCT Wegmans Italian Classics Lemon & Caper Sauce, 11 OZ. 311g, UPC barcode 0 77890 55112 7,
CODE Use by date 11/05/07. The use by date is located on the shoulder of the jar.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Wegmans Food Markets, Rochester, NY
Manufacturer: LiDestri Foods, FairportNY.
REASON The product contains glass fragments.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1,893 cases (12 count per case)
DISTRIBUTION MD, NJ, NY, PA, and VA

WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 23

PRODUCT Family Pantry Buttermilk Pancake and Waffle Mix, packaged in 32-oz. boxes, 12 boxes/case,
CODE JUL192007AL1, JUL192007AL2, JUL202007AL1, JUL202007AL2, JUL212007AL1, JUL212007AL2
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: ADM Milling Co., Overland Park, KN.
Manufacturer: A D M Milling Co., Lincoln, NB.
REASON Product is infested with red flour beetles.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 5,880/12-box cases
DISTRIBUTION TX, AR, VA, IA, and FL.

WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 30

PRODUCT Washington® Seafood Breading Mix, packaged in 2 lb. plastic bags, CODE All 'Use By' dates from JAN 17 07 to NOV 03 07.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER Washington Quality Foods, Ellicott City, MD
REASON Breading mix contains whey, a milk derivative which is not declared on the label. The mislabeled product may put allergic or milk sensitized consumers at risk for serious or life threatening allergic reactions.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 159,072 units
DISTRIBUTION MD, VA, DE, PA, NY, NJ, ME, MO, and NC.

PRODUCT Duncan Hines Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Muffin Mix, UPC Code: 6 44209 42012 4,
CODE Code located on top of carton: 27166523; 27266521; 27266522; 27266523; 31266522; 31266523; 06666622; 06666623
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Pinnacle Food Corp., Mountain Lakes, NJ
Manufacturer: Barry Callebaut LLC, Saint Albans VT.
REASON Chocolate chips contained milk. The finished Chocolate Chip Muffin Mix does not declare milk on the label.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 14,880 cases
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

PRODUCT Reese Hollandaise Sauce (in glass jars) Nt. Wt. 7.5 oz. (212g) For Best Quality Refrigerate After Opening, UPC 0 70670 60108 1,
CODE Best By Date: June 22 2008 stamped on lid and outer shipping case.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: World Finer Foods, Inc., Bloomfield, NJ
Manufacturer: Allied Old English Inc., Port Reading, NJ.
REASON Hollandaise Sauce contains lactobacillus.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE 1264 cases of 12/7.5 oz. glass jars
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide

Tan Tan Tofu Issues Recall on Undeclared All Natural Peanuts in Panda Flavor Soybean Juice

Tan Tam Tofu of Westminster, CA is recalling its 64 FL OZ/1.890 L "All Natural Tan Tan Tofu Panda Flavor Soybean Juice" because it may contain undeclared peanuts.

The Panda Flavor Soybean Juice in a 64 Fl. Oz/ 1.890 L opaque plastic container with no lot number or expiration date is only distributed in California.

Production of the product has been suspended until FDA and the company is certain that the problem or label has been corrected.

Consumers who have purchased 64 FL OZ/1.890 L "All Natural Tan Tan Tofu Panda Flavor Soybean Juice" are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (714) 895-3565.