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Monthly Archives: November 2009
Most salad greens hit market uninspected
ABC News has learned that despite new mandates to test some leafy greens, most salad greens are permitted to reach consumers without undergoing inspection. Three years ago, 3 people died and another 205 reported getting sick after eating spinach contaminated …
Feedlots Contribute to E.coli Contamination, Study Finds
According to a recent study, cattle hides are more likely to be contaminated with E. coli at the feedlot than at the slaughterhouse, and that transport and lairage do not increase the number or isolation rate. The study conflicts with …
Lawmaker wants investigation into school notification methods on food recalls
A California representative in Congress wants an investigation into how E. coli-contaminated food is reaching the public school lunch supply. Accoridng to an AP report, Rep. George Miller said he’s worried that a recent E. coli-related outbreak linked to tainted …
FDA warns against Salmonella in Doggie Delight, Pet Carousel treats
U.S. regulators are warning consumers not to give their pets certain treats manufactured by Pet Carousel because they may be contaminated with Salmonella. The Food and Drug Administration says Pig Ears and Beef Hooves made by Pet Carousel, for sale …
Hot Chocolate Mix recalled due to undeclared tree nuts
Pelican Bay Ltd. is recalling all of its Caramel Chocolate Truffle Hot Chocolate Mix because its label is missing a key ingredient. In a statement from Pelican Bay, the Hot Chocolate Mix may contain an undeclared tree nut. Selling products …
E. coli Lawsuits Filed Against Two Meat Companies
Lawsuits against two meat companies claim a Massachusetts girl and a Rhode Island boy were sickened by ground beef contaminated by E. coli bacteria. A lawsuit against Brockton, Massachusetts-based South Shore Meats says 11-year-old Austin Richmond became ill after he …
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