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FSAI recall batch of goats cheese due to possible presence of listeria
A batch of Spar chèvre goat's cheese is being recalled due to the possible presence of listeria, the Food Safety Authority of Ireland has said.
There is currently no evidence that the recall is 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.
Retailers have been asked to display recall notices at the point of sale, 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.
