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Sabrositos Hondurenos Recalls 32,000 Pounds of Various Meat Products
The US Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today that Sabrosito's Hondurenos is recalling nearly 32,000 pounds of various meat products produced without the benefit of federal inspection. The problem was discovered a during routine inspection.
Food that has been produced without inspection can contain undeclared allergens, harmful bacteria, and other contaminents that put human health at risk.
Items in this announcement include chorizo, pork chops and ribs produced on various dates prior to August 20, 2025. They bear false...
Listeria, Metal Contamination, and Allergen Mislabeling Triggers Actions from FSIS
This week, the US Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a pair of public health alerts as well as one recall.
The first announcement was issued Sunday, July 27, for ready-to-eat ham salad products containing FDA-regulated breadcrumbs that have been recalled due to possible Listeria monocytogenes (Lm) contamination. The problem was discovered when Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. determined that the company had used breadcrumbs that had been subject to an FDA recall because that item may have been contaminated with Lm...
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert For Ready-To-Eat Ham Salad Products
The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for ham salad products produced by Reser’s Fine Foods. The alert follows a recall of FDA-regulated breadcrumb ingredients supplied by Newly Weds Foods, which may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes (Lm).
This public health alert is intended to ensure that consumers are aware these products, which bear the USDA mark of inspection, should not be consumed.
The affected products included in this alert are...
USDA Appoints New FSIS Administrator, Announces Five-Point Food Safety Plan
Last week, Dr. Justin Ransom assumed the role of FSIS Administrator, leading the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). Under this role, Dr. Ransom will oversee the FSIS, ensuring the safety, wholesomeness, and proper labeling of U.S. commercial meat, poultry, and processed egg products.
The presidential appointment was first announced by U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins on July 3, with Dr. Ransom officially assuming the role on July 14.
The FSIS is a federal agency under the USDA responsible for ensuring food...
Kayem Foods Recalls Over 25,000 Pounds of Chicken Sausage Due to Contamination
Kayem Foods has announced a recall of approximately 25,173 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken sausage products.
The company notified the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) after receiving three customer complaints about finding white pieces of plastic in the sausage.
The recalled products are 11-ounce vacuum-sealed packages containing four pieces of “All Natural al fresco CHICKEN SAUSAGE SWEET APPLE with Vermont made syrup.”
These items were produced on June 28...
NCC Shares USDA’s Goals to Further Reduce Foodborne Illness
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced a comprehensive plan to bolster the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) efforts to combat foodborne illness while speaking at the opening of USDA’s new, modernized Midwestern Food Safety Laboratory in Normandy, Missouri.“President Trump is committed to ensuring American consumers have the safest, most abundant, and affordable food supply in the world. When it comes to food safety, USDA is charting a bold new course in giving consumers confidence their meat, poultry, and egg products meet our...
367,812 Pounds of Oscar Mayer Turkey Bacon Recalled Nationwide Over Listeria Concerns
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), the Kraft Heinz Food Company is recalling approximately 367,812 pounds of fully cooked turkey bacon products due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, identified through laboratory testing.
The affected products were produced between April 24, 2025, and June 11, 2025. They were distributed to retail locations nationwide and exported to the British Virgin Islands and Hong Kong.
The recalled products include:
12-oz. vacuum-packed packages of Oscar Mayer Turkey...
FreshRealm Recalls Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo Products Shipped to Kroger and Walmart Nationwide
FreshRealm establishments are recalling chicken fettuccine alfredo products that were distributed to Kroger and Walmart locations nationwide.
According to an announcement today from the US Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), the recalled items may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes (Lm).
The recalled items include all products produced before June 17, 2025, and include the following labels:
Hormel Recalls Over 256,000 Pounds of Canned Beef Stew
Hormel Foods Corporation has recalled approximately 256,185 pounds of its canned beef stew.
According to an announcement from the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), the product may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically wood, following several consumer complaints.
The affected products are 20-ounce metal cans labeled “Dinty Moore BEEF STEW” with a best-by date of FEB 2028.
These items were produced on February 4, 2025, and bear the establishment number “EST. 199G” and lot number...
Snack Mania Recalls Nearly 10,000 Pounds of Chicken Coxinhas Due to Lack of Federal Inspection
According to an announcement from the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), Snack Mania Brazilian Delights Corp has issued a recall of approximately 9,722 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken coxinhas products. The recall was initiated because the products were produced without the benefit of federal inspection.
The affected items were produced on various dates between June 27, 2024, and May 2, 2025. They are packaged in 16.37 oz plastic containers labeled “Snack Mania COXINHAS BRAZILIAN...
Smith Packing Recalls Approximately 18,792 Pounds of RTE Sausage and Sliced Meat and Poultry Product
According to an announcement from the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), Smith Packing, LLC is recalling approximately 18,792 pounds of ready-to-eat sausage and sliced meat and poultry products due to excessive sodium nitrite levels.
This recall follows an investigation prompted by customer complaints about an off-putting taste and/or discoloration of the product.
The affected items were produced between February 19 and April 24, 2025, bear establishment numbers “EST. 4578”...
ACC Central Kitchen LLC Recalls 64,008 Pounds of Pork Product
According to an announcement from the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), ACC Central Kitchen LLC is recalling approximately 64,008 pounds of pork bun products due to it containing an undeclared, known allergen, sesame.
The issue was identified during a routine FSIS inspection, when personnel observed that sesame, an ingredient used in the pork buns, was not declared on the product label.
The affected products are frozen and not ready-to-eat. They are packaged in 8.45-oz. sleeve tray packages labeled...
Johnsonville Recalls 22,672 Pounds of Cheddar Bratwursts
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced that Johnsonville, LLC is recalling approximately 22,672 pounds of cheddar bratwursts due to potential contamination with hard plastic, following customer complaints.
The affected products were produced on February 5, 2025, and carry establishment number "Est.1647" on the label. These items were shipped to retail locations across Georgia, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia, and Wisconsin.
The recalled bratwursts are packaged in 19-ounce sealed firm trays, containing...
Hearthside Food Recalls 489,887 Pounds of Misbranded Sausage and Bacon Breakfast Sandwiches
Hearthside Food Solutions is recalling approximately 489,887 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) sausage and bacon breakfast sandwiches. According to the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), these products are being recalled due to misbranding. The sandwiches contain sesame, a known allergen, which was not listed on the product labels.
Details of the recalled products:
*8.35-oz. individually film wrapped sandwiches of “LETTIERI’S FOOD TO GO Sausage, Egg & Cheese FRENCH TOAST BREAKFAST SANDWICH” with lot codes beginning with the numbers 23, 24 and 25 up to 2508451...
Cargill Kitchen Solutions Recalls 212,268 Pounds of Liquid Egg Products
Cargill Kitchen Solutions is recalling approximately 212,268 pounds of liquid egg products due to potential contamination with a cleaning solution containing sodium hypochlorite.
The recall was initiated after the company received a tip regarding the contamination. Following a thorough investigation, FSIS scientists determined that the use of the affected products poses negligible risk to health, resulting in a Class III recall.
The products were produced on March 12 and 13, 2025, and bear the establishment number "G1804" on the label. They were shipped...
LPK1 Recalls Ready-to-Eat Chicken Caesar Wrap Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergen
LPK1, a Renton, Wash. establishment, is recalling approximately 303 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken Caesar wrap products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product’s individually-wrapped Caesar dressing packet contains fish (anchovies), a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.
The ready-to-eat chicken Caesar wrap products were produced on February 15, 2025, February 17, 2025, and February 19, 2025. The following products...
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