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7 days ago
- Business
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Tomato recall elevated by FDA due to heightened risk of illness and death
An ongoing tomato recall has been elevated by the FDA after it found the contamination could lead to death. The initial voluntary recall of H&C Farms Label tomatoes was announced at the beginning of May when Williams Farms Repack LLC distributed the potentially contaminated tomatoes to wholesalers in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. Sold in different-sized packages, ranging from three-packs to 25-pound bags, the tomatoes were distributed between April 23 and 28, according to the FDA's notice. No illnesses were reported at the time. The New York Times reported that the FDA upgraded the recall last week to a Class I, described as 'a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.' At this time, the FDA doesn't expect that customers will come into contact with fresh tomatoes from the contaminated batch. However, customers may have frozen the tomatoes for future consumption. Salmonella bacteria can survive for weeks in a wet environment like a freezer. Customers are urged to throw away any affected tomatoes immediately. The source of the contamination is not known. The larger tomato recall has spanned several distributors. Ray & Mascari Inc, announced the recall of its four packs of Vine Ripe tomatoes on May 2, followed by the FDA's notice the next day. The company was notified by Hanshaw & Caping Farms in Immokalee, Florida, of the potential salmonella contamination, prompting the recall. Potentially affected tomatoes were packaged in plastic cartons and had a VINE RIPE TOMATOES label that read "Packed by Ray & Mascari Inc." The tomatoes were shipped to and sold by Gordon Food Service Stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Wisconsin. No illnesses have been reported. Customers in possession of the affected tomatoes are urged to throw them out, as salmonella can cause diarrhea, stomach cramps, fever, nausea, and vomiting. Meanwhile, cucumbers have also been recalled after a salmonella outbreak tied to 18 states left 45 people ill, according to an update from NBC News. Sixteen people have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported. Florida-based Bedner Growers, Inc. recalled the vegetables distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales, Inc. from April 29 to May 19.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Supplement company issues urgent recall after finding potentially deadly contamination
Popular wellness brand Optimal Carnivore has issued a voluntary recall on one of its supplements due to potential salmonella contamination. The recall includes nearly 1,500 bottles of their Bone & Joint Restore capsules, which were distributed nationwide through major retailers, such as Amazon. The capsules contain bone marrow and bones from cows, as well as cartilage, per the nutrition label. The recalled bottles have an expiration label of December 2026 and a lot number of 1224064. Each bottle contains 180 capsules. Optimal Carnivore first issued the recall in April and has since taken the product off its website. On Monday, however, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) gave it a 'Class 1' label, the most serious designation for products with a high risk of health hazard or death. As of now, no illnesses have been reported in connection with the affected supplements, however, the company is urging customers with the affected products not to consume the capsules due to the risk of salmonella infection. The Independent has reached out to the company for comment. Salmonella bacteria are commonly found in the intestinal tracts of humans and other animals, according to the Mayo Clinic. Salmonella infection is a common bacterial disease that can affect the intestinal tracts and occurs after drinking contaminated water, eating raw meat, poultry, eggs, or unpasteurized milk. According to the Cleveland Clinic, Salmonella is the most common form of bacterial food poisoning, with symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, chills, and stomach cramps. 'In some cases, diarrhea can cause severe dehydration and requires prompt medical attention. Life-threatening complications also may develop if the infection spreads beyond the intestines,' Mayo Clinic states. 'The incubation period — the time between exposure and illness — can be 6 hours to 6 days. Often, people who have Salmonella infection think they have the stomach flu,' the clinic explains. Any individual, adult or infant, with a weakened immune system, is at higher risk of serious illness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A well-known tomato brand recently issued a voluntary recall due to potential salmonella contamination. Ray & Mascari Inc. announced the recall of its four packs of Vine Ripe tomatoes on May 2. The company issued the recall after they were notified by Hanshaw & Caping Farms in Immokalee, Florida, of potential bacterial contamination. At-risk tomatoes were packaged in plastic cartons with a VINE RIPE TOMATOES label that read "Packed by Ray & Mascari Inc." The recall extended to several states, including New York, Illinois, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Mississippi, Tennessee, Ohio, and Wisconsin. Williams Farms Repack LLC also recalled a crop of tomatoes sold to wholesalers in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia, highlighting the same bacterial risk.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Yellowstone TV series-inspired baked beans recalled over undeclared allergen
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways A Nashville-based company is recalling cases of its baked beans inspired by the television show Yellowstone because they may contain an unlisted ingredient that could pose life-threatening risks to some consumers. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced on Monday that Vietti Food Group was recalling its Yellowstone Brown Sugar Molasses Baked Beans because it may contain soy, a known allergen not disclosed on the label. Soy can trigger severe or potentially fatal allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. The recall includes 4,515 cases of the 15-ounce cans of beans with 'best-by' dates of February 17, 2028, printed on the bottom of the can. According to the FDA's report, the cases of beans were distributed to retailers in Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Virginia. There have currently been no reported illnesses as a result of the labeling error. Customers who have purchased the recalled cans of baked beans are urged to return them in exchange for a full refund. The baked beans may contain soy, which is not listed on the label (FDA) For fans of Taylor Sheridan's hit cowboy drama, which follows the ranch-owning Dutton family (led by Kevin Costner), the show offers a range of food products such as canned chili, bacon, and barbecue sauces. The Yellowstone food site, which allows avid watchers of the show to purchase other themed merchandise, promises 'an immersive culinary experience that invites you to savor the essence of the series and taste its flavors firsthand.' Other items offered include coffee, costing $12.99 on Amazon, and Yellowstone dishes sold at Walmart for $50 per set. The dishes are color-coded based on characters from the show. Kevin Costner as John Dutton in 'Yellowstone' (Paramount) The news of the baked beans recall comes a few days after tomatoes were recalled across the country due to a possible salmonella risk. Ray & Mascari Inc, announced the recall of its four packs of Vine Ripe tomatoes on May 2, followed by the FDA's notice the next day. Potentially affected tomatoes were packaged in plastic cartons and had a VINE RIPE TOMATOES label that read 'Packed by Ray & Mascari Inc.' The tomatoes were shipped to stores in New York, Illinois, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Mississippi, Tennessee, Ohio, and Wisconsin. No illnesses have been reported. Customers in possession of the affected tomatoes are urged to throw them out, as salmonella can cause diarrhea, stomach cramps, fever, nausea, and vomiting.
Int'l Business Times
06-05-2025
- Health
- Int'l Business Times
Tomatoes Recalled in 14 States Over Salmonella Concerns, FDA Warns
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of tomatoes sold in 14 states due to potential salmonella contamination. The recall involves two different brands: Ray & Mascari Inc. and Williams Farms Repack LLC. No illnesses have been reported so far, but consumers are urged to avoid consuming the recalled products. Ray & Mascari Inc., based in Indiana, recalled four-count packs of Vine Ripe tomatoes sold in plastic clamshells. These tomatoes were distributed at Gordon Food Service Stores in 11 states, including New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. According to Today , the tomatoes were sold under the label "Vine Ripe Tomatoes" and had the statement "Packed by Ray & Mascari Inc." The affected lot numbers are RM250424 15250B and RM250427 15250B. Williams Farms Repack LLC, located in South Carolina, also recalled several tomato products. These tomatoes, sold between April 23-28, 2025, were distributed to wholesalers in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. Affected products include multiple package sizes of tomatoes, with lot codes R4467, R4470, and others. The tomatoes were sold under Williams Farms Repack and H&C Farms labels. FDA Warns of Salmonella Contamination in Tomatoes, Urges Return Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause serious illness, especially in young children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems. Infections can lead to fever, diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach cramps. While the FDA has not reported any illnesses connected to the tomatoes, they urge consumers to discard or return the products for a refund. The tomatoes were supplied by Hanshaw & Caping Farms of Immokalee, Florida, which notified both companies about the possible contamination, CBS News said. The FDA stated that while no illnesses have been linked to the tomatoes yet, it is crucial for consumers to act quickly to prevent potential health risks. The affected tomatoes from Ray & Mascari Inc. were sold in the following states: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Wisconsin. Meanwhile, the Williams Farms tomatoes were sold in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. If you purchased any of the recalled tomatoes, the FDA advises you to throw them away or return them to the store where you bought them. For more information or questions, consumers can contact Jason Breland at Williams Farms Repack LLC at 843-866-7707 or 843-599-5154. For Ray & Mascari Inc., the contact number is 317-637-0234. Originally published on
Epoch Times
05-05-2025
- Health
- Epoch Times
Tomatoes Sold in 14 States Recalled Due to Salmonella Fears
Two companies have recalled several lots of tomatoes sold in 14 states over possible contamination with Salmonella, a bacteria that poses health risks to consumers. Indiana-based Ray & Mascari Inc. is withdrawing 'Vine Ripe' branded tomatoes sold by Gordon Food Service Stores in 11 states—Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Wisconsin, the company said in a May 3 Meanwhile, South Carolina-based Williams Farms Repack LLC is pulling out tomatoes from three states—Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina—said a company Hanshaw & Capling Farms in Florida informed repacker Ray & Mascari that the products they received were being withdrawn due to the possible presence of salmonella bacteria at Hanshaw's facility. 'Salmonella is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain,' said the FDA announcement. 'In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis, and arthritis.' Related Stories 5/5/2025 5/2/2025 The Ray & Mascari recalled items are packaged in clamshell containers with UPC# 7 96553 20062 1 as well as in master case cardboard boxes with Lot# RM250424 15250B or Lot# RM250427 15250B. So far, no injuries have been reported. Customers should discard any of these items, the company said. Those who have further questions can contact Ray & Mascari Inc. at 1-317-637-0234. As for the Williams Farms Repack tomato recall, it came after the company was alerted on April 29 of Salmonella contamination. The products were distributed between April 23 and 28. No illnesses linked to the product have been reported so far. The company urged people to either discard the tomatoes or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. The Epoch Times has reached out to the companies for comment. Salmonella Regulation According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1.35 million infections in the United States annually are linked to Salmonella, with contaminated food being the source of most of the illnesses. Salmonella 'are a leading cause of foodborne illness, hospitalizations, and deaths in the United States and worldwide,' it states. 'Chicken is a major source of Salmonella infection. In fact, more than 1 in every 25 packages of chicken at the grocery store is contaminated with Salmonella.' The Department of Agriculture's (USDA's) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) had On April 25, FSIS published a notice saying it was withdrawing the Biden-era proposal. The decision came after the agency reviewed more than 7,000 public comments on the issue. The rule would have required poultry companies to keep Salmonella presence in their products below a specific threshold. The proposed regulation listed six strains of Salmonella, three found in chicken and three in turkey. 'While FSIS continues to support the goal of reducing Salmonella illnesses associated with poultry products, the Agency believes that the comments have raised several important issues that warrant further consideration,' the agency said in the withdrawal notice. In January, Rep. Tracey Mann (R-Kan.) introduced a The regulation is 'not based in science nor indicates a major impact on consumer health,' it said, adding that more than 97 percent of chickens had tested negative for salmonella in 2022. 'My bill blocks USDA from using taxpayer dollars to implement arbitrary science to burden American families, and it protects America's livestock producers who work day in and day out to feed a hungry world,' Mann said. The bill was referred to the House Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry on Feb. 28.
