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Hindustan Times
22-04-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Enoki mushroom recall alert: Harvest NYC issues warning over listeria
Harvest NYC Inc. of New York's Brooklyn is recalling its 200g packages of 'Enoki Mushroom,' as they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes – a bacteria that can cause serious infections in individuals with weakened or compromised immune systems, WSOC-TV reported. Listeria infection is a bacterial disease that is spread from improperly processed deli meats and unpasteurized milk products, according to Mayo Clinic. The bacteria's contamination poses serious health risks – particularly in children, elderly individuals, pregnant women, and other immunocompromised individuals. Listeria infections lead to symptoms like high fever, headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhoea. Listeriosis is also a driving factor for miscarriages and stillbirths. Also Read: Golden Crop Candy recall: FDA order affects THESE states amid color additive issue The Brooklyn-based company announced the contamination's information via the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on April 16 and it was published on FDA's website two days later. The recall of the products began after the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Laboratory collected some samples from a store in New York's Buffalo and which tested positive for the bacteria. The FDA released a statement on its website saying 'When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company's announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company.' The recalled products are Enoki Mushrooms (Flammulina filiformis), which are usually added to Asian dishes – especially in Chinese and Japanese dishes. These mushrooms have a mild, delicate flavour with a slight crunch, making them versatile in both raw and cooked applications. Harvest NYC Inc. notified its consumers in a statement saying 'Consumers who have purchased 200g packages of Enoki Mushroom from January 11 to 31, 2025, are urged to destroy the products immediately or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (718) 596-0777.' The plastic containers are marked with UPC barcode '6975730520101' on the label and were distributed by Hofood99 Inc. of Oakland Gardens, NY, and sold in other retail stores across the country as well. No cases of Listeria have been reported in connection with the contaminated mushrooms to date.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
This Popular Produce Item Is Being Recalled Nationwide for a Serious Reason—Here's What to Know
In our modern world of mass-consumption, it's only normal that a few issues might slip through the cracks. And while our favorite brands work tirelessly to ensure their products are safe for both handling and consumption, recalls are a necessary solution when a problem does arise. Whether it's an ingredient missing from a label, faulty packaging or a serious health risk, we rely on product recalls to nip any concerning issues in the bud. This week, Harvest NYC Inc. of Brooklyn, NY is recalling its 200-gram packages of Enoki Mushrooms due to the possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. 😋😋SIGN UP to get delicious recipes, handy kitchen hacks & more in our daily Pop Kitchen newsletter🍳🍔 According to an official company announcement, the contamination was discovered after samples were collected from a store in Buffalo, NY. After further analysis by the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Laboratory, the presence of Listeria monocytogene was confirmed. The recalled Enoki Mushrooms come in a 200-gram green plastic package marked with UPC Barcode 6975730520101, distributed by Hofood99 Inc., 21903 56th Ave Oakland Gardens, NY 11364 listed on the back label. These packages were distributed to retail stores nationwide and were purchased by consumers between January 11 and January 31, those unaware, Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people and those with a weakened immune system. While a healthy person may only suffer short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women are also possible. As of now, no illnesses have been reported in correlation with the ongoing problem, however, consumers who purchased these products are encouraged to immediately return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. At the very least, throw the recalled product out entirely and do not consume it. Those with further questions regarding the recall can reach out to Harvest NYC Inc. directly at (718) 596-0777. Additionally, images of the product labeling can be found here for your convenience.
