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Cision Canada
2 days ago
- Health
- Cision Canada
Enoki Mushroom recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes
OTTAWA, ON, Aug. 12, 2025 /CNW/ - Product: Enoki Mushroom Issue: Food - Microbial contamination - Listeria Distribution Nova Scotia Ontario Quebec Online link SOURCE Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)
Newsweek
13-07-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
FDA Issues Risk Warning After Mushrooms Recalled Nationwide
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a national advisory and classified a recent mushroom recall as Class I, the agency's highest level risk designation, due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Newsweek contacted Hofood99 Inc via telephone for comment outside of usual working hours on Sunday and left a voicemail message. Why It Matters The Class I recall status indicates that the product poses a risk of causing serious health consequences or death if consumed. Listeria monocytogenes can lead to severe and sometimes fatal infections, especially during pregnancy, and for newborns, elderly adults, and people with weakened immune systems. Although no illnesses have been reported, the risk to public health is significant, prompting the warnings from the FDA. This incident highlights ongoing concerns surrounding food safety, especially in the distribution and handling of perishable produce. What to Know As reported by Newsweek, the firm-initiated recall affects enoki mushrooms distributed by Hofood99 Inc, located at 21903 56th Avenue Oakland Gardens, New York, 11364. The affected mushrooms were sold in 200‑gram green plastic bags and marked with UPC 6 976532 310051 on the back label; a picture of enoki mushrooms is outlined in green on the front of the package. The recall number is H-0261-2025. Recalled packages of Enoki Mushroom from Hofood99 Inc. can be seen in a June 11, 2025, recall alert. (Photo from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration) Recalled packages of Enoki Mushroom from Hofood99 Inc. can be seen in a June 11, 2025, recall alert. (Photo from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration) The 90 boxes of affected product were shipped to retailers nationwide and tested positive for Listeria during routine sampling conducted by the Michigan Department of Agriculture. Consumers are advised not to eat the product and to either discard it or return it to the store where it was purchased for a full refund. Symptoms of Listeria infection may include high fever, muscle aches, nausea, diarrhoea, and in severe cases, complications such as meningitis or miscarriage. Consumers are advised to clean and sanitise refrigerators and any surfaces that may have come into contact with the recalled mushrooms, as the bacteria can survive and spread in cold environments. What People Are Saying The FDA in the original alert in part: "The contamination was discovered after samples were collected from a store in Michigan and subsequent analysis by Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD) Laboratory Division revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes." The FDA, as stated on its website: "A recall is a method of removing or correcting products that are in violation of laws administered by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Recall is a voluntary action that takes place because manufacturers and distributors carry out their responsibility to protect the public health and well-being from products that present a risk of injury or gross deception or are otherwise defective. What Happens Next Consumers with questions can contact Hofood99 Inc. at (917) 756‑9833 during business hours of 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Further updates are available on the FDA's website. Additional information on recalls can be found via the FDA's Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Mushrooms recalled nationwide over Listeria concerns
(WJW) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced a nationwide recall of some mushrooms over Listeria concerns. According the FDA, Hofood99 Inc of Brooklyn, NY is recalling its 200g packages of Enoki Mushroom because the mushrooms could be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism, that the FDA said, can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Massive egg recall hits Ohio Walmart stores 'Although healthy persons may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women,' reads the recall notice. The recalled mushrooms were distributed nationwide. Contamination was discovered after samples were collected from a store in Michigan, said the FDA. Here's what to check for: Product: 200g packages of Enoki Mushroom Description: Green plastic package marked with UPC Barcode 6 976532 310051 on the back label. Distributed by Hofood99 Inc., 21903 56th Ave Oakland Gardens, NY 11364. 8 ice cream flavors recalled in Ohio So far, the FDA said, no illnesses have been reported. Consumers who purchased the recalled mushrooms are advised to destroy the product immediately or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. CLICK HERE for more details. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Newsweek
11-06-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Mushroom Recall Sparks Nationwide Warning to Customers
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Hofood99 Inc. is recalling packages of their Enoki Mushrooms due to fears the product may be contaminated with listeria. Newsweek reached out to the company via phone for additional comment on Wednesday and left a voicemail. Why It Matters Numerous recalls have been initiated this year due to the potential for the following: damaged products, foodborne illness, contamination and undeclared food allergens. Millions of Americans experience food sensitivities or food allergies every year. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the nine "major" food allergens in the U.S. are eggs, milk, fish, wheat, soybeans, Crustacean shellfish, sesame, tree nuts and peanuts. The FDA warns that Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that could cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in frail or older people, young children and those with weakened immune systems. Listeria could also lead to stillbirths or miscarriages in pregnant women, the FDA says. What To Know According to the FDA alert, the mushrooms were distributed nationwide to stores and retailers. The recalled mushrooms are sold in 200-gram green plastic packaging with a with UPC Barcode of 6 976532 310051 seen on the back label. No illnesses or injuries have been reported related to the recalled mushrooms. The mushrooms were distributed by Hofood99 Inc., located at 21903 56th Avenue Oakland Gardens, New York 11364. Recalled packages of Enoki Mushroom from Hofood99 Inc. can be seen in a June 11, 2025, recall alert. (Photo from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration) Recalled packages of Enoki Mushroom from Hofood99 Inc. can be seen in a June 11, 2025, recall alert. (Photo from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration) What People Are Saying The FDA in the alert in part: "The contamination was discovered after samples were collected from a store in Michigan and subsequent analysis by Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD) Laboratory Division revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes." In an email to Newsweek in January, the FDA said: "Most recalls in the U.S. are carried out voluntarily by the product manufacturer and when a company issues a public warning, typically via news release, to inform the public of a voluntary product recall, the FDA shares that release on our website as a public service. "The FDA's role during a voluntary, firm-initiated, recall is to review the recall strategy, evaluate the health hazard presented by the product, monitor the recall, and as appropriate alert the public and other companies in the supply chain about the recall," the FDA continued. It added: "The FDA provides public access to information on recalls by posting a listing of recalls according to their classification in the FDA Enforcement Report, including the specific action taken by the recalling company. The FDA Enforcement Report is designed to provide a public listing of products in the marketplace that are being recalled." Additional information on recalls can be found via the FDA's Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts. What Happens Next Customers who have purchased the recalled mushrooms may return the product to the original place of purchase for a full refund or destroy it, the FDA says. People with additional questions may contact the company at (917) 756-9833 weekdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Local Taiwanese street food brand with 16 takeaway booths opens 1st dine-in eatery
If you frequent heartland malls across Singapore, you've likely spotted I love Taimei — a pastel-pink takeaway booth with 16 outlets, serving up a range of Taiwanese street food and beverages. Brace yourselves, Bukit Batok residents… you'll love this! The local F&B brand has just launched its first-ever dine-in concept, I love Taimei Story, at the basement of West Mall. Customers can expect the usual crowd-favourite snacks such as Enoki Mushroom (S$4.60) and Taiwan Seafood Tempura (S$5.30). There are also soups like Golden Clam Chicken Soup (S$8.90) and Soul-full Pickled Chilli Chicken Soup (S$8.90) — perfect for warming you up. With a comfortable seating area to enjoy I Love Taimei's offerings for a change, is there anything fresh on the menu? You bet! Start off with light appetisers like the new Braised Beancurd Cubes of Wisdom (S$2.90), Refreshing Pickled Cucumber (S$2.90), Spicy Black Fungus Salad (S$2.90), and Peanut You Can't Resist (S$2.90). Credit – I Love Taimei There are also new Taimei signatures like the Drunken-Free Three Cup Chicken (S$7.90), Boss-Level Garlic Scallion Ginger Chicken (S$7.90), and Numbing Hot Peppercorn Chicken (S$7.90). Currently, I Love Taimei Story has a Set Meal Deal which includes a main, one choice of staple and one appetiser. With the Taimei Stars Set (S$10.90, U.P. S$12.70), enjoy either the Taiwan Popcorn Chicken or the scrumptious Original Chicken (with one free flavour), paired with your choice of staple: Just Rice, Scallion Oil Fragrant Rice, or 'Power Lah' Braised Chicken Noodles (+S$0.90). The set also includes a starter — choose from Slow Braised Golden Egg, Taiwanese Pickled Cabbage, or Silky Century Egg Tofu (add S$0.90). Wow! It looks like the food offerings at West Mall are gradually expanding with the ongoing renovations and new eateries like Gochiya popping up. I can't wait to see what else is in store. The post Local Taiwanese street food brand with 16 takeaway booths opens 1st dine-in eatery appeared first on
