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The Journal
2 days ago
- Health
- The Journal
Food safety watchdog recalls Supervalu goat's cheeses over possible Listeria monocytogenes
THREE GOAT'S CHEESE products sold in Supervalu have been recalled by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The food safety chief has warned consumers not to eat SuperValu Goat's Cheese 110g, SuperValu Chevre Log in various sizes and Freshly Prepared by Our Cheesemongers Goat's Cheese in various sizes. The FSAI have said there is no evidence that this food recall is linked with the listeriosis outbreak related to ready-to-heat meals or the recall of spinach and mixed leaves products. The full list of the dates of the affected products is available on the FSAI website . The products impacted include: SuperValu Goat's Cheese, 110g, with use by dates between 07/08/2025 and 12/08/2025 Freshly Prepared by Our Cheesemongers Goats Cheese, pack sizes vary, with use by dates between 11/08/2025 and 12/08/2025 SuperValu Chevre Log, pack sizes vary, all use by dates up to and including 12/08/2025. Recall notices for the relevant products will be displayed at point-of-sale and retailers are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale. The full list of the dates of the affected products is available on the FSAI website. A large number of food items were recalled between late July and August due to the possible presence of the harmful bacteria Listeria monocytogenes . Advertisement Last month, 142 different ready-made meals and side dishes sold in major supermarkets across Ireland, which are made and distributed by Dublin-based Ballymaguire Foods, were recalled due to the possible presence of the bacteria. Most recently, a specific batch of 150g packets of Tom & Ollie Traditional Hummus products was been recalled. Listeriosis is an infection caused by the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes. The pathogenic bacteria, according to the FSAI, can cause diarrhoea, fever, headache and muscle pain. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. These individuals are advised to avoid higher risk foods and ensure that they cook ready-to-heat meals thoroughly until piping hot, and in line with manufacturer's instructions. If you have eaten any recalled foods and you feel unwell, seek medical advice. If you feel well, you don't need to do anything. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is three weeks on average, but can range between three and 70 days. Consumers are advised not to eat recalled products. The FSAI has advised consumers to dispose of them, or return them to the store where they purchased them, as directed by the retailer. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
Irish Independent
2 days ago
- Health
- Irish Independent
FSAI recall more batches of goats cheese due to possible presence of listeria
A 110g pack of SuperValu Goat's Cheese, Freshly Prepared by Our Cheesemongers Goat's Cheese and SuperValu chèvre log have been subject to recall notices. Yesterday a batch of Spar chèvre goat's cheese was recalled, according to the FSAI. There is currently no evidence that the recalls are linked with the listeriosis outbreak related to the recent recall of ready-to-heat meals or the separate recall of various branded spinach and mixed leaves products. Manufacturers, retailers, caterers, distributors and wholesalers have been asked to remove the implicated batch of the 100g pack of Spar chèvre goat's cheese, which has a use-by date of August 12 2025, from sale. The country of origin of the batch is listed as France. The recall notice has been issued for 110g packs of SuperValu Goat's Cheese with use-by dates of August 7 and August 12, various pack sizes of the product Freshly Prepared by Our Cheesemongers Goats Cheese with use-by dates of August 11 and August 12 and various packs of the SuperValu Chévre Log with use-by dates up to and including August 12. Retailers have been asked to remove the implicated batches from sale and display recall notices, while the FSAI has advised consumers not to eat the product. It comes following a recall of various branded spinach and mixed leaves products on July 28 due to the detection of listeria. There is no evidence that the recall was linked with the listeria outbreak related to ready-to-heat meals that are currently under investigation. In a statement, the FSAI said it was aware that consumers may be feeling 'anxious at the news of a second recall involving listeria moncytogenes'. 'While we urge people to be aware of the risks, and to take precautions when using ready-to-eat foods, they can be assured that there is a robust food control system in place in Ireland, which contributed to the identification of the latest need for a recall,' it said. "The FSAI advice, as always, is that if anyone has eaten any recalled foods and are feeling well, they do not need to do anything. However, if anyone has eaten any recalled foods and feels unwell, they should seek medical advice.' Symptoms of listeria can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems. Separately, a batch of 240g pack of Mallons light six pork sausages with an approval number of IE 406 EC and a use-by date of 31 July 2025 have also been subject to a recall notice by the FSAI. The batch is being recalled due to the presence of Salmonella. "Although this product is past its use by date, it is suitable for home freezing. Consumers are advised to check their freezers for the implicated batch. Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale,' the notice reads. Consumers have been advised not to eat the implicated batch.
