Maryland Dairy Recalls all Soft Requeson Cheese After Linked to Listeria Outbreak, FDA Provide Update on Investigation

Clover Hill Dairy of Mechanicsville, Maryland is voluntarily recalling all Soft Ricotta/Requeson Cheese because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.  According to the FDA/CDC investigation, the product has been linked to 9 cases of listeriosis with one death.

Clover Hill Soft Ricotta/Requeson cheese was distributed from May 4th, 2026 through May 30th, 2026 in the following states: North Carolina, New York, Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey and Washington, DC through bulk distributors, retail stores and directly to consumers.  It was sold in retail sizes as well as in bulk.

FDA provided an update on the outbreak, raising the number of cases to 9.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/clover-hill-dairy-recalls-soft-ricottarequeson-cheese-due-possible-health-risk
Clover Hill Dairy Recalls Soft Ricotta/Requeson Cheese Due to Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  June 09, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  June 09, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages 
Reason for Announcement:  Potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Company Name:  Clover Hill Dairy, LLC.
Brand Name:  Clover Hill Dairy
Product Description:  Soft Ricotta/Requeson Cheese

Utah Pet Food Company Expands Recall for Pet Food Due to Low Vitamin B1 Levels

Go Raw LLC, Cottonwood Heights, Utah, is expanding its February 17, 2026 recall to include an additional lot of Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe product due to potentially low levels of thiamine (Vitamin B1).

The company statement - "During our investigation, we gained valuable insights into the complexities of thiamine (vitamin B1) stability and analytical testing. Thiamine is a sensitive nutrient, and testing results can vary significantly, even in products formulated with elevated levels. We are continuing to work with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and industry experts to better understand these testing methodologies and support ongoing research.  While additional testing and evaluation are still underway, we believe there are important scientific questions that warrant further study. We remain committed to following the data, maintaining transparency, and continuously improving our understanding of this essential nutrient."

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/go-raw-llc-expands-voluntary-recall-include-one-lot-steves-real-food-freeze-dried-chicken-recipe-due
GO Raw LLC. Expands Voluntary Recall to Include One Lot of Steve’s Real Food Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe Due to Low Thiamine (Vitamin B1) Levels
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  June 08, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  June 08, 2026
Product Type:  Animal & Veterinary  Food & Beverages    Pet Food
Reason for Announcement:  May contain low levels of thiamine (Vitamin B1)
Company Name:  Go Raw, LLC.
Brand Name:  Steve’s Real Food
Product Description:  Freeze Dried Chicken Recipe Cat and Dog Food

FDA Cites CA Bakery with Numerous GMP Issues

FDA issued a Warning Letter to Dough-To-Go, Inc., a Santa Clara, CA bakery for a Preventive Control and GMP violations.  From the company website, "Dough-to-Go has been producing hand-made baked goods in Santa Clara, California for over 40 years, specializing in high quality manufacturing of frozen dough and baked goods for foodservice."  So are foodservice customers doing research on their providers such as this one?

FDA observations

• "A packaging employee using a frayed, ripped towel to wipe the surface of a scratched wooden packaging table and then wiping their gloved hands on the same towel. Without removing or changing their gloves, the employee immediately proceeded to hand-package RTE products."
• "Did not observe any employees apply sanitizer after donning their gloves and before touching RTE products."
• "Spilled nuts on the floor of the freezer, beside cases holding macadamia nuts and almonds. During the inspection, your firm began to clean the spilled nuts, but the FDA investigator noted there were still some nuts on the floor as of November 7, 2025"
• "Overgrown weeds, other vegetation, and unused equipment stored directly outside the building (near the employee entrance and outdoor break area). Overgrown vegetation and equipment that is not properly stored could constitute an attractant, breeding place, or harborage for pests. A review of Pest Control Reports dated October 22, 2025, documented heavy mice activity in exterior trap X4, which is located near the employee entrance and was hidden in the overgrown vegetation."
• "At least three apparent gnats on a cookie decorating table and one apparent rodent excreta pellet on the lower shelf of the dry storage rack. The FDA investigator also observed an approximate (b)(4) gap in the top of the warehouse dock door, creating a potential pest entry point. During the inspection, you removed the apparent rodent excreta pellet and cleaned the lower shelf of the dry storage rack."
• "The raw dough conveyor belt had two areas of fraying edges, measuring approximately (b)(4) long. Fraying edges of conveyor belts could become harborage points for contaminants and could shed into products such as the Linzer Heart cookies."
• "Employees performing sanitation on utensils in a three-compartment sink (water rinse, soap and scrubbing, and sanitizer dip). The FDA investigator asked your President to test the quat concentration in the sink-dip (third compartment) using test strips. However, the test strip showed 0 ppm quat in the sink-dip (no color change)."

https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/dough-go-inc-727845-05122026
WARNING LETTER
Dough-To-Go, Inc.
MARCS-CMS 727845 — May 12, 2026
Content current as of: 06/02/2026

FDA Issues Warning Letter to Seafood Processor for Failures in HACCP

This FDA Warning Letter, issued to a seafood firm, demonstrates examples of how monitoring was not done correctly for handling pasteurized seafood.

From the report, the company "did not have monitoring records for the receiving and storage of pasteurized canned crab meat. Example, "pasteurized canned crab meat that was received by [the] firm in December of 2025, was stored in [the] cooler without ice while other cans were stored with ice, but not with a sufficient amount of ice to completely surround each can. Furthermore, the thermometer located inside the cooler measured the ambient air temperature to be approximately (b)(4)°F at the beginning of the inspection and after three hours approximately (b)(4)°F.

The reason...."Pasteurized canned crab meat is thermally processed to control non-proteolytic C. botulinum and should be held at 40°F to control proteolytic C. botulinum. When temperatures are between 50°F and 70°F, the maximum cumulative exposure time limit to control proteolytic C. botulinum is 11 hours. After 11 hours, the product is considered to be unsafe due to potential formation of botulinum toxin, the deadliest known toxin."

The FDA response goes on further regarding procedures for monitoring.   "Because [the procedures] indicated that you received pasteurized crab meat refrigerated or with ice, your HACCP plan should cover each manner that the product is received. When pasteurized crab meat is received refrigerated without ice the critical limit should list that the product is held at an ambient temperature 40°F or below with continuous temperature monitoring throughout transit for each shipment. When product is received on ice, the critical limit should list product is to be completely surrounded by ice at the time of delivery with monitoring the amount of ice in a designated number of containers from each shipment selected to be representative. Additionally, as a verification procedure you should periodically measure the internal temperature of the product to ensure that the ice is sufficient to maintain 40°F or below."

The FDA Letter goes on to discuss failures in corrective actions, monitoring of sanitation, and training.


https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/city-market-inc-727003-05152026
WARNING LETTER
City Market, Inc.
MARCS-CMS 727003 — May 15, 2026

FDA Issues Warning Letter to NJ Bakery for Non-compliance to FDA Regulations

FDA issued a Warning Letter to Aversa's Italian Bakery, Turnersville, NJ.   The issue was that they were not in compliance with FDA regulations, although the estimated size of the business, would mean that they should have a Food Safety Plan.  But not only did the company not have a Food Safety Plan, but they were not compliant with allergen labeling regulations, did not have allergen controls in place, and had not registered as required for food operations.   It was as if they were operating as a small retail operation, but the scope of the operation had far exceeded that level.

You wonder why some State inspector didn't provide better guidance?  You see this from time to time...a small retail operation that steadily grows over time, never considering the fact they have achieved sufficient size/scope that they are under FDA's radar.


https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/aversas-italian-bakery-722904-05202026
WARNING LETTER
Aversa's Italian Bakery
MARCS-CMS 722904 — May 20, 2026

Puerto Rican Firm Recalls Pancake Mix for Incorrect Phrasing Regarding Allergen Labeling

Ballester Hermanos, San Juan, Puerto Rico, is recalling a limited number of 5.99OZ (170GR) pouches of PEARL MILLING COMPANY ORIGINAL PANCAKE & WAFFLES (MEZCLA PARA PANQUEQUES Y WAFFLES) COMPLETE due to undeclared milk and soy.   The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the label stated "may contain milk and soy" instead of "contains milk and soy." Consequently, the objective of this recall is to notify consumers of the incorrect labeling information.

Comment:  The rules are the rules when it comes to allergen labeling.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ballester-hermanos-issues-recall-due-undeclared-soy-and-milk-pearl-milling-company-original-pancake
Ballester Hermanos Issues a Recall Due to Undeclared Soy and Milk in Pearl Milling Company Original Pancake & Waffles (MEZCLA PARA PANQUEQUES Y WAFFLES) Complete 5.99oz (170gr) Distributed in Puerto Rico
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  June 04, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  June 05, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Soy and Milk
Company Name:  Ballester Hermanos
 Brand Name: Pearl Milling Company
Product Description:  Pearl Milling Company Original Pancake & Waffles Complete – 5.99 oz (170g)

NY Firm Recalls imported Uneviscerated Dried Fish Due to Risk of Botulism

Prime Food Processing LLC is voluntarily recalling 69 cases of “Dried Herring Fish” because the product was not adequately eviscerated. The sale of uneviscerated fish is prohibited under New York State Agriculture and Markets regulations because Clostridium botulinum spores are more likely to be concentrated in the viscera than any other portion of the fish.  The issue was identified during routine testing conducted by the New York Department of Agriculture and Markets. The recall was initiated after the product was selected and sent for regulatory testing. A subsequent investigation determined that the problem originated from an imported product manufactured in Vietnam. At this time, no illnesses or adverse reactions associated with the affected product have been reported.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/prime-food-processing-llc-issues-safety-warning-regarding-uneviscerated-dried-herring-fish
Prime Food Processing LLC Issues Safety Warning Regarding Uneviscerated “Dried Herring Fish”.
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  June 02, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  June 04, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Product was not adequately eviscerated and may harbor C.botulinum spores
Company Name:  Prime Food Processing LLC
Brand Name:  No Brand
Product Description:  Dried Herring Fish packaged in clear, plastic 7 oz bag with blue trim

Gas Relief Capsules Recalled for Potential Propylene Glycol Contamination Due to Machine Leak

Haleon  is voluntarily recalling four lots of Gas-X Extra Strength Softgels 125mg, 120 ct. and 72 ct. distributed on or about April 13, 2026 to the consumer level. The lots are being recalled due to potential contamination with a diluted propylene glycol-based coolant from a machine leakage during the packaging process.  There is a potential that ingestion of the Softgels contaminated with the diluted propylene glycol-based coolant may result in adverse events such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/haleon-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-gas-x-extra-strength-softgels-125mg-120-ct-and-72-ct
Haleon Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Gas-X Extra Strength Softgels 125mg, 120 ct. and 72 ct..
Summary
Company Announcement Date: June 04, 2026
FDA Publish Date: June 04, 2026
Product Type: Drugs
Reason for Announcement: Potential chemical contamination
Company Name: Haleon
Brand Name: Gas-X
Product Description:
Gass-X Extra Strength Softgels 120 and 72ct
Company Announcement
WARREN, N.J., June 4, 2026 — Haleon (NYSE: HLN) is voluntarily recalling four lots of Gas-X Extra Strength Softgels 125mg, 120 ct. and 72 ct. distributed on or about April 13, 2026 to the consumer level. The lots are being recalled due to potential contamination with a diluted propylene glycol-based coolant from a machine leakage during the packaging process.

Listeria Outbreak, 8 Cases and One Death, Linked to Requeson Style Cheese; MD Dairy Recalls Product

The FDA and CDC, are investigating a multi-state, multi-year outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections potentially linked to requeson, a soft cheese similar to ricotta.  Based on epidemiological information collected by CDC, a total of 8 people infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria have been reported from 3 states. Sick people's samples were collected on dates ranging from March 6, 2023, to May 9, 2026.

On May 27, 2026, NYS AGM conducted an inspection at the retailer's cheese distributor, which identified Clover Hill Dairy, LLC of Mechanicsville, MD as the requeson cheese manufacturer. A sample collected from an unopened 18-pound sealed bucket of requeson manufactured by Clover Hill Dairy, LLC also tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes; WGS analysis is pending.

On June 3, 2026, Clover Hill Dairy, LLC issued a voluntary recall of its requeson/soft ricotta products. Consumers and retailers should not eat, serve, or sell recalled requeson cheese.

("Requesón cheese is a type of fresh cheese that originated in Spain and is common in Mexican cuisine as well. It is a soft and crumbly cheese made from whey protein, similar to ricotta cheese. Requesón cheese has a mild and slightly sweet flavor, making it a versatile ingredient in both savory and sweet dishes. (link)")

Case Counts

Total Illnesses: 8

Hospitalizations: 7

Deaths: 1

Last specimen collection date: May 8, 2026

States with Cases: MD, NY, VA

Product Distribution*: MD, NY, VA

*Distribution has been confirmed for states listed, but product could have been distributed further, reaching additional states

https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-listeria-monocytogenes-soft-cheese-june-2026
Outbreak Investigation of Listeria monocytogenes: Soft Cheese (June 2026)
Do not eat, sell, or serve recalled requeson/soft ricotta cheese. FDA’s investigation is ongoing.

CA Establishment Recalls Soup Dumpling Products for Undeclared Peanut in Peanut Oil

Synear Foods USA, LLC, a Chatsworth, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 71,603 pounds of frozen not-ready-to-eat (NRTE) pork and crab soup dumpling products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, specifically peanut,  which is not declared on the product label.  The problem was discovered by FSIS inspection personnel during a routine allergen verification task. FSIS personnel identified that the products were formulated with peanut oil, but peanuts were not declared on the finished product label. The establishment determined that a formulation change led to the mislabeling.

Comment:  Does peanut oil contain peanut allergen?  It depends on the type of peanut oil.  If highly refined, then no.  If artisanal, crude or cold pressed, then yes.  If one is going to use peanut oil, best to understand the labeling requirements of the oil being used.


FSIS Announcement
https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/synear-foods-usa-llc-recalls-frozen-pork-and-crab-soup-dumpling-products-due
Synear Foods USA, LLC Recalls Frozen Pork and Crab Soup Dumpling Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens

WASHINGTON, May 31, 2026 – Synear Foods USA, LLC, a Chatsworth, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 71,603 pounds of frozen not-ready-to-eat (NRTE) pork and crab soup dumpling products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product contains peanut, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.

Michigan Firm Recalls Cheese Bread Due to Potential for Salmonella, Another Recall Linked to Suspect Dry Milk Powder Supply Issue

Champion Foods LLC of New Boston, Michigan, is voluntarily recalling certain batches of Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread (“5 Cheese Bread”) because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. This action follows a California Dairies, Inc. milk powder recall due to a concern of potential Salmonella contamination.   The recalled milk powder was supplied to a third-party manufacturer that provides a seasoning blend used in the 5 cheese sauce blend.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/champion-foods-recalls-some-batches-motor-city-pizza-co-5-cheese-bread-because-possible-health-risk
Champion Foods Recalls Some Batches of Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 29, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  June 01, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  
Reason for Announcement:  Possible Salmonella Contamination
Company Name:  Champion Foods LLC
Brand Name:  Motor City Pizza Co.
Product Description:  Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread Single and 2 Packs

FDA Issues Warning Letter to Illinois Sprout Operation

FDA issued a Warning Letter to Shineluck Foods of Chicago IL, a mung bean sprout operation.  There were a number of issues, specifically involving the lack of Listeria testing in the post processing environment and inadequate testing spent sprout irrigation water as required by regulation, as well as other issues.   One interesting note was the retesting of one sample of spent sprout irrigation water (SSIW) where there was a positive E. coli result.

"After you received a positive E. coli O157:H7 finding in an SSIW sample, you stated that you collected another sample from the same bin on August 22, 2025, which tested negative. However, this additional test does not indicate that the SSIW was not contaminated with E. coli O157:H7 because it was conducted using a second sample from the same production batch, rather than on the same enrichment sample that resulted in the presumptive positive from the screening test."

The company could have retested 10 samples and all came out negative, but that does not negate the positive sample they did receive.

https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/shineluck-foods-inc-720155-04292026
WARNING LETTER
Shineluck Foods, Inc.
MARCS-CMS 720155 — April 29, 2026

FDA Issues Warning Letter to Michigan Pet Treat Manufacturer

FDA issued a Warning Letter to Best Buy Bones of Mount Morris, MI for "evidence of significant violations of FDA’s Current Good Manufacturing Practice, Hazard Analysis, and Risk-Based Preventive Controls for Food for Animals".  "During the inspection, on September 9, 2025, an FDA investigator collected samples of your Nature's Own Pet Chews Bully Bites, lot 9/2027. Sample analysis revealed that the sampled lot contained Salmonella Uganda."

While the Warning Letter points out items that were bad within the operation, it also points out how the response to the Inspectional Observations as detailed in the 483 report were not adequate for providing proof to FDA that the corrective actions were adequate.  

For example, the company had not established adequate cooking procedures and attempted to correct that issue.  However, FDA stated, "You indicated that the root cause for product not reaching required time and temperature for your preventive control was due to not having established minimum operational cook times and temperatures in your Food Safety Plan, and that you need to account for variance in temperature monitors and temperature ramp times that can alter operating minimums. You indicated that you have now established minimum operational cook times and temperatures for all products in your Food Safety Plan. However, we are unable to evaluate the adequacy of your corrective actions because you have not provided supporting documentation to demonstrate that you are consistently and adequately implementing your corrective actions. For instance, you have not provided a copy of your revised Food Safety Plan and applicable monitoring records."

This is a good document to review in what FDA looks for in the company's response regarding its corrective actions.


https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/best-buy-bones-inc-719212-04302026
WARNING LETTER
Best Buy Bones, Inc.
MARCS-CMS 719212 — April 30, 2026

USDA FSIS Issues Health Alert for Beef Kafka As Part of Investigation into E. coli Outbreak Impacting Nine People in CA

USDA FSIS is issuing a public health alert due to concerns that beef kofta products served at The Kebab Shop restaurant locations may be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) O157:H7.  The beef kofta was produced as a raw ground beef product by Olympia Food Industries, Inc. dba Olympia Foods (Est. 18743) in Franklin Park, Illinois, on January 6, 2026, and supplied to The Kebab Shop restaurant locations in California, Texas, and Florida.  The problem was discovered as part of an ongoing illness outbreak investigation. FSIS, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), and local health departments in California are investigating a localized outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 that includes 9 sick people in California. As of May 24, 2026, illness onset dates have been reported ranging from March 27, 2026, to April 30, 2026. 

A recall was not issued because the product is no longer for sale.

Comment: Beef kofta is a Middle Eastern dish made from ground beef combined with onions, garlic, fresh herbs and aromatic spices.  The mixture is shaped into cylindrical logs, patties, or meatballs, sometimes skewered, and cooked and grilled.  The product is grilled in a way that it is still juicy, so the tendency would be towards undercooking versus overcooking, so this is where E. coli survival poses a greater risk.


https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/fsis-issues-public-health-alert-beef-kofta-products-served-kebab-shop-restaurant
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Beef Kofta Products Served at The Kebab Shop Restaurant Locations Due to Possible E. Coli O157:H7 Contamination

WASHINGTON, May 24, 2026 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert due to concerns that beef kofta products served at The Kebab Shop restaurant locations may be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) O157:H7. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase.

NJ Firm Recalls Ice Pops After FDA Determines Allergen Cross-Contact Issues in Manufacturing Processes

DE DIOS’S ICE POPS II LLC, Patterson, NJ, is voluntarily recalling its 3.7 oz. packages of “popsicles” food treats because they may contain undeclared MILK, YELLOW #5, RED #40, PECANS, AND PISTACHIOS.  The recall was initiated after an FDA inspection revealed that existing manufacturing processes required improvements to prevent allergen cross-contact. DE DIOS’S ICE POPS II LLC has immediately implemented corrected processes and new instructions as directed by the FDA to ensure the safety of all future production.

Comment:  A bad day when FDA has to tell you that you are not doing a good job with allergen control.  This is where a good facility audit, either or both an internal audit and 3rd party audit should be used to identify these issues.

The recalled products are labeled under the dba: D’DIOSES FRUIT POPS. They were distributed to retail grocery stores in the following states: [N.J., N.Y., P.A., C.T.].

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/de-dioss-ice-pops-ii-llc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-pecans-pistachio-yellow-5-and-red-40
DE DIOS’S ICE POPS II LLC Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk, Pecans, Pistachio, Yellow #5, and Red #40 in Popsicles

Summary

Company Announcement Date:  May 27, 2026

FDA Publish Date:  May 27, 2026

Product Type:  Food & Beverages

Reason for Announcement:  May Contain undeclared milk, pecans, pistachios, yellow #5 and red #40

Company Name:  De Dios’s Ice Pops II LLC

Brand Name:  D’Dioses

Product Description:  Fruit popsicles

Chocolate Candy Recalled After Mispackaging Results in Undeclared Peanut

Bazzini, LLC, of Allentown, PA, a co-manufacturer utilized by SkinnyDipped®, is voluntarily recalling a limited number of cases of SkinnyDipped® Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Bites, out of an abundance of caution, due to the possible presence of undeclared peanut allergen.   The recall is being issued after a consumer reported allegedly finding peanut butter containing products in SkinnyDipped® Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Bites individual wrappers within the 3.17oz. 10-count package. Peanuts and peanut butter are not intended ingredients in SkinnyDipped® Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Bites

Comment: This appears to be a mispackaging issue where a peanut butter containing product was put into a Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Bite.   This is also a co-manufactured item.  We often get questions regarding the degree to which a brand owner needs to be involved with a co-manufacturers development and implementation of policies and procedures, including the Food Safety Plan.  I always err to the side of paranoia.

The recalled products were distributed nationwide and sold through retailers.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/bazzini-voluntarily-recalls-certain-lots-skinnydippedr-dark-chocolate-coconut-almond-bites-due
Bazzini Voluntarily Recalls Certain Lots of SkinnyDipped® Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Bites Due to Undeclared Peanut Allergen
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 27, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 27, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  May Contain undeclared peanuts
Company Name:  Bazzini, LLC
Brand Name:  SkinnyDipped
Product Description:  Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Bites

CA Specialty Beverage Company Recalls Various Products Due to Potential Salmonella, Another Recall Linked to Suspect Dry Milk Powder Supply Issue

SKS Copack of Cerritos, CA is recalling various specialty beverages, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.  The recall was initiated after SKS Copack received notification from its supplier regarding a voluntary recall initiated by California Dairies, Inc. for a certain lot of low heat nonfat dry milk powder due to possible Salmonella contamination. 


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/sks-copack-recalls-various-specialty-beverages-because-possible-health-risk
SKS Copack Recalls Various Specialty Beverages Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 22, 2026
FDA Publish Date:   May 23, 2026
  Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Due to contamination of Salmonella
Company Name:  SKS Copack
Brand Name:  Angel Specialty Products, Royal Gold, Boba Time, Fanale, Denda
Product Description:  Specialty Beverages

NJ Raw Pet Food Company Recalls 6 Months of Product Due to Listeria

Raaw Energy, Howell, NJ, is recalling all its dog food products manufactured between 7/17/25 and 12/23/25 and one lot from 3/31/26 after 4 samples tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes and other pathogens.  Sampling and testing was conducted by New Jersey Department of Agriculture.  Since the original issuance of this advisory in January 2026, the FDA has received additional consumer complaints of illness in animals who have consumed recalled product.

This information is listed on the companies website:  

(https://raawenergy.com/bacterial-control-procedures/)

Bacterial control procedures

Every day, our machines are cleaned, washed, rinsed, and sanitized.

All bags used to package meat are sanitized before they’re filled.

Food is ordered and processed promptly to minimize time out of temperature control, so it’s frozen and ready for use as quickly as possible.

Our team is trained on cleanliness standards, and we take time to educate every employee on safe handling practices and how bacteria can grow when food isn’t handled properly.

We also added two new pieces of equipment: a sanitizer system and a commercial steam cleaner. Common areas like the break room and bathrooms (and other high-traffic areas) are misted with sanitizer daily.

The steam cleaner helps us reach tight spots and small crevices that are hard to clean thoroughly by hand.

We source human-grade ingredients, and our products are tested for bacteria before they reach us.

This page is here to reassure anyone who has questions about the quality and handling standards at Raw Energy.

We work hard to deliver a clean, consistently handled product—without cutting corners on price, delivery, packaging, processing, or blend availability. If you ever want to see how we do things or have questions, we’re happy to walk you through our process.

Comment:  There is no apparent bacterial reduction on the main source of pathogens, the raw meat.  And verification testing is not mentioned.  One can say its clean, but how do you know. 

https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/outbreaks-and-advisories/fda-advisory-do-not-feed-eight-lots-raaw-energy-dog-food-due-contamination-harmful-bacteria
FDA Advisory: Do Not Feed Eight Lots of Raaw Energy Dog Food Due to Contamination with Harmful Bacteria
As of May 2026, the number of recalled lots has risen to more than 180.

FDA Provides Resource on Conducting a Root Cause Analysis and Other Best Practices

FDA issued an important resource for industry on how to conduct a Root Cause Analysis (RCA).  Conducting a root cause analysis when there is a food safety incident is critical in finding the cause or source of that incident so that that it can be prevented.

A root cause analysis is required as part of a companies corrective action procedures.

FDA provides links to their involvement with industry partners on other best practices.

https://www.fda.gov/food/food-industry/food-safety-best-practices-human-foods



https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/strengthening-food-safety-through-root-cause-analysis
Strengthening Food Safety through Root Cause Analysis

FDA Issues Warning Letter to Airline Catering Operation

FDA Issued a Warning Letter to a Austrian based airline caterer with operations in the United States (New York and Detroit) citing significant sanitation issues and widespread concerns with Listeria findings in RTE finished products and on direct food-contact surfaces in several facilities.

This is a lengthy report that cites numerous GMP issues and the lack of Listeria control, but to note, FDA stated "In [the] New York facility, ten (10) FDA environmental swabs were positive for L. monocytogenes during the 2025 inspection in areas in close proximity to food contact surfaces and in high-traffic areas, including, legs of a processing area table, floor surfaces within processing areas, floor surfaces beneath cooling units, a tilt skillet leg, and the wheels of rolling racks."

Certainly makes you rethink eating food during flights.  Good thing for those of use stuck in the cheap seats, we only get packaged pretzels.

FDA Warning Letter
https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/doco-aktiengesellschaftdoco-inc-717773-03302026
DO&CO Aktiengesellschaft/DO&CO, Inc.
MARCS-CMS 717773 — March 30, 2026

FDA Issues Warning Letters to Importers for Issues with FSVP

FDA issued a Warning Letter to four food importers for FSVP failures. Importers of food must comply with FSVP requirements.

Great One Trading Inc., Brooklyn, NY
MARCS-CMS 728716 — April 24, 2026
Did not develop an FSVP for any of the foods imported, including each of the following foods:
Fresh Soy Chip imported from (b)(4) located in (b)(4).
White Lotus Seed Paste w/Yolks Mooncake imported from (b)(4), located in (b)(4).
Sesame Tapioca Cracker imported from (b)(4), located in (b)(4).
https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/great-one-trading-inc-728716-04242026

Sahara Enterprise Inc. Philadelphia, PA
Did not develop an FSVP for any of the foods imported, including each of the following foods:
1. DRY DOUGH MIX (phyllo dough) imported from (b)(4), located in (b)(4).
2. CANDY (Turkish delight) imported from (b)(4), located in (b)(4).
3. BAKLAVA imported from (b)(4) located in (b)(4).
https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/sahara-enterprise-inc-728927-04292026

Baja Fresko Distributors Inc.Norco, CA 92860
MARCS-CMS 725781 — March 27, 2026
Did not develop an FSVP for any of the foods Imported, including each of the following foods:
(b)(4) Squash, imported from, (b)(4), located in (b)(4)
Cucumbers, imported from, (b)(4), located in (b)(4)
Husk Tomatoes imported from, (b)(4), located in (b)(4)
https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/baja-fresko-distributors-inc-725781-03272026

JMT Inter LLC Middletown, DE
MARCS-CMS 718661 — February 19, 2026

From the report:  "During our inspection, you indicated you choose to comply with the requirements for very small importers and may meet the definition of a “very small importer” under 21 CFR 1.500. If you choose to comply with the modified requirements in 21 CFR 1.512, you must document that you meet the definition of a very small importer as required per 21 CFR 1.512(b)(1)(i). You are also still required to comply with the requirements in sections 1.502, 1.503, and 1.509. However, you are not required to comply with the requirements in sections 1.504 through 1.508 or 1.510. In addition, for each food you import, you must obtain written assurance, before importing the food and at least every two years thereafter, that your foreign supplier is producing the food in compliance with processes and procedures that provide at least the same level of public health protection as those required under section 418 or 419 of the FD&C Act, if either is applicable, and the implementing regulations, and is producing the food in compliance with sections 402 and 403(w) (if applicable) of the FD&C Act (see 21 CFR 1.512(b)(3)(i))."
https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/jmt-inter-llc-718661-02192026

FDA Issues Warning Letter to Oregon Farming Operation

FDA issued a Warning Letter to Naumes, Inc., a farming operation in Medford, OR.  The inspection resulted in FDA’s issuance of a Form FDA 4056 (FDA 4056), Produce Farm Inspectional Observations, listing the observations at the farm.

Main items identified:

• "Did not manage water used during harvesting, packing, or holding covered produce as necessary to maintain its safe and adequate sanitary quality, as required by 21 CFR 112.44(d)(1).  On September 15, 2025, our investigator observed wooden pear harvest bins being submerged in recirculated, municipal water in dump tanks. The investigator observed several harvest bins to have grass and vegetative debris stuck to the bottom causing the surface of each dump tank to have vegetative debris floating on top." 
• FDA" observed pear harvest bins placed directly on the ground during harvest at the Bragg Orchard. When full bins were picked up in the orchards, using pack forks, clumps of grass and vegetative debris were stuck to the bottom of some bins. The investigator observed grass and vegetative debris contacting pears on at least 4 bin stacks at Bragg Orchard."
• FDA "observed that the annual water risk assessment for EVO orchard documented the use of overhead irrigation where water makes direct contact with pears within three days before harvest. The assessment also determined that the rest of the orchards are irrigated using micro sprinklers that are not intended to contact covered produce; however, low-hanging fruit or foliage may be positioned within the spray pattern."

https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/naumes-inc-719653-01212026
WARNING LETTER
Naumes, Inc.
MARCS-CMS 719653 — January 21, 2026

FDA Issues Warning Letter to CA Firm for Temperature Control Issues in Making Rice Product

FDA issued a Warning Letter to Minh Phung, Inc., Westminster, CA, a company that manufactures ready-to-eat (RTE) rice noodles and not RTE rice cakes.  FDA stated the product was prepared, packed, or held under insanitary conditions whereby they may have become contaminated with filth or whereby they may have been rendered injurious to health.  Specifically, there were issues with time-temperature abuse.

FDA "observed multiple instances of time-temperature abuse at steps of the (b)(4) process. These observations, and an analysis of FDA samples collected during the inspection, demonstrate that the company did not have processes in place to monitor the (b)(4) of rice or (b)(4) of finished products after (b)(4) to prevent microbial pathogen growth and/or toxin formation (such as Bacillus cereus, Clostridium perfringens, and Clostridium botulinum) when  manufacturing refrigerated RTE Vietnamese rice noodles and refrigerated not RTE Vietnamese rice cakes, including reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) noodles and rice cakes"

FDA observed that the company did "not monitor, nor have controls in place for, the (b)(4) finished RTE rice noodle and not RTE rice cake products after (b)(4)."

FDA Warning Letter
https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/minh-phung-inc-723409-04222026
Minh Phung, Inc.
MARCS-CMS 723409 — April 22, 2026

Pancake Mix Recalled Due to Undeclared Egg Allergen

Hometown Food Company, in cooperation with Element Food Solutions, today initiated a limited, voluntary recall of a single lot code of its Birch Benders 12oz Sweet Potato Pancake Mix because it may contain undeclared egg.

Comment:  While not stated, this seems to be an issue of misformulation where an egg ingredient was used in making the product.

Product was distributed nationwide and sold through grocery, natural food retailers and online channels across the U.S.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/hometown-food-company-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-egg-birch-benders-12oz-sweet-potato-pancake
Hometown Food Company Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg in Birch Benders 12oz Sweet Potato Pancake Mix
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 20, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 21, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  May contain undeclared egg.
Company Name:  Hometown Food Company
Brand Name:  Birch Benders
Product Description:  Sweet Potato Pancake & Waffle Mix

MA Firm Recalls Soup Product for Stray Mislabeled Product Containing Undeclared Shrimp

Kettle Cuisine of Lynn, MA is recalling 24oz cups of Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup which may contain undeclared shrimp.   The recall was initiated after it was discovered in-store that a single cup of soup was found to contain the incorrect product and that the soup in the cup contained Shrimp.

Comment:  A single cup of product would indicate that a container of soup got 'lost' and ended up in getting labeled in a run of the Minestrone Soup.  For facilities running thousands of containers, having one getting away from the line only to be mislabeled is defeating.  It is so important to keep tight controls on labels as well as product on the production floor.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/kettle-cuisine-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-shrimp-whole-foods-market-kitchen-minestrone-soup
Kettle Cuisine Issues Allergy Alert For Undeclared Shrimp In Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup
Summary 
Company Announcement Date:  May 21, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 21, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  May Contain Undeclared Shrimp
Company Name:  Kettle Cuisine
Brand Name:  Whole Foods Market
Product Description:  Minestrone Soup

NC Firm Recalls Tahina Product After State Lab Detects Salmonella

Nassar Investments, Raleigh, NC, is recalling Malazi Tahina, 1Kg bottle EXP: 30/12/2026 UPC 6 224011 088244 due to a contamination of Salmonella. On April 29, 2026 the firm was notified by North Carolina Department of Agriculture that the product test positive for Salmonella.

The products were distributed between March 1, 2025 – June 9, 2025. These products were packaged in plastic bottles and sold in retail stores located in the States of: MI & NC.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/nassar-investments-recalls-malazi-tahina-due-salmonella-contamination
Nassar Investments Recalls Malazi Tahina Due to Salmonella Contamination
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 18, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 18, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Due to contamination of Salmonella
Company Name:  Nassar Investment Co., LLC.
Brand Name:  Malazi
Product Description:  Tahina

CA Firm Recalls Croutons Due to Potential for Salmonella, Another Recall Linked to Suspect Dry Milk Ingredient Recall

Sugar Foods, Westlake Village, CA, LLC is recalling certain lots of Kroger Homestyle Cheese Garlic Croutons, 5oz pouches, UPC 0 11110 81353 4 due to the potential for Salmonella contamination associated with milk powder used as an ingredient in the product.  The affected milk powder was supplied by California Dairies, Inc. to our seasoning supplier, Solina USA, and incorporated into the seasoning blend that Sugar Foods purchases from Solina USA and applies to the croutons. The affected seasoning batches tested negative for Salmonella prior to use.

The products were distributed between March 7, 2026 to April 7, 2026, to Kroger stores located in the following states: AL, AR, GA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MI, MO, MS, OH, SC, TN, TX, VA, WI & WV.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/sugar-foods-issues-recall-specific-lots-kroger-homestyle-cheese-garlic-croutons-due-possible-health
Sugar Foods Issues Recall of Specific Lots of Kroger Homestyle Cheese Garlic Croutons Due to Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 15, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 18, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Due to potential for Salmonella contamination.
Company Name:  Sugar Foods, LLC.
Brand Name:  Kroger
Product Description:  Cheese and Garlic Croutons

CA Creamery Recalls Ice Cream Due to Potential for Metal Foreign Material

Straus Family Creamery, Petaluma, CA, is voluntarily recalling a small number of production runs of select flavors and sizes of its Organic Ice Cream due to the potential presence of metal foreign material. Only the production runs (noted by the “best by” date on package) specified later in this release are impacted. 

These lots were distributed to retailers in seventeen states (AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, MD, NJ, OR, PA, SC, TX, WA, WI) and on shelves beginning May 4.No injuries have been reported.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/straus-family-creamery-voluntarily-recalls-select-flavors-organic-ice-cream-due-potential-presence
Straus Family Creamery Voluntarily Recalls Select Flavors of Organic Ice Cream Due to Potential Presence of Foreign Material
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 14, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 15, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Presence of metal fragments
Company Name:  Straus Family Creamery
Brand Name:  Straus Family Creamery
Product Description: Various Ice Cream Products, pint and quart sizes

Utah Firm Recalls Seasoning Mix Due to Potential Salmonella, Another Recall Linked to Suspect Dry Milk Ingredient Recall

Blackstone Products of Providence, Utah is voluntarily recalling certain lots of Blackstone Parmesan Ranch seasoning products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Blackstone’s action is based on a California Dairies, Inc. recall of dry milk powder due to potential Salmonella contamination. The affected milk powder ingredient was supplied to a third-party manufacturer and used in the seasoning product. 

Comment:  This comes more than a week after many other companies conducted recalls for using the same recalled milk powder ingredient.  This demonstrates the reason why it is important to track recalls and investigate whether your own product is involved.

No illnesses have been reported to date.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/blackstone-products-recalls-parmesan-ranch-seasoning-because-possible-salmonella-health-risk
Blackstone Products Recalls Parmesan Ranch Seasoning Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 15, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 15, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Potential Foodborne Illness - Salmonella
Company Name:  Blackstone Products
Brand Name:  Blackstone
Product Description:  Parmesan Ranch seasoning

NY Distributor Recalls Uneviscerated Fish Due to Botulism Concerns

Terra Medi LLC of Long Island City, NY is recalling all of the imported Hellas Meze Golden Smoked Whole herring vacuum packaged because of improper evisceration of the fish. The sale of uneviscerated fish is prohibited under New York State Agriculture and Markets regulation because Clostridium Botulinum spores are more likely to be concentrated in the viscera than any other portion of the fish. Uneviscerated fish has been linked to outbreaks of botulism poisoning.  The product was found to be violative after sampling by the New York State department of agriculture and markets inspectors and subsequent analysis of Food Laboratory personnel.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/terra-medi-llc-recalls-karagounis-bros-hellas-meze-golden-smoked-whole-herring-due-improper
Terra Medi LLC Recalls Karagounis Bros – Hellas Meze Golden Smoked Whole Herring Due to Improper Evisceration
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 13, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 14, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Product is an uneviscerated fish with potential for Clostridium botulinum contamination
Company Name: Terra Medi LLC
Brand Name:  Hellas Meze
Product Description:  Hellas Meze Golden Smoked Whole Herring

More Enoki Mushrooms Recalled for Listeria After Product Testing Finds the Pathogen

There were two recalls of enoki mushrooms after testing by regulatory agencies detected Listeria.

IQ PRODUCE of VERNON, CA is recalling 528 CASES/ MUSHROOM ENOKI 150g, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes  The mushrooms were distributed through retail stores. The package has green label and label as IQ Produce Enoki Mushroom 150g Lot# UI775.

The recall was a result of a product sample taken by the FDA that was found to be positive for Listeria monocytogenes.

HH Fresh Trading of Los Angeles, California State is recalling 120 cases of Enoki Mushroom 150g, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The enoki mushrooms were distributed to Texas and Florida States where the product was distributed to local wholesalers. The product is sold in a plastic 150g bag with the brand name HH Fresh Trading. The recall was initiated due to notification from FDA on 5/11/2026 informing us that the Health Department in Florida lab-tested the Enoki on 4/20/2026 and got back the results on 4/28/2026 reporting that the Enoki tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. The batch of Enoki was sold to Texas on 2/23/2026 and then redistributed to Florida.

No illnesses have been reported to date in either case.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/iq-produce-lcc-recalls-enoki-mushrooms-because-possible-health-risk
IQ Produce LCC. Recalls Enoki Mushrooms Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 13, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 14, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Product found positive for Listeria monocytogenes
Company Name:  IQ Produce LCC
Brand Name:  IQ Produce LCC
Product Description:  Enoki Mushrooms 150g package
Company Announcement

CA Firm Recalls Sesame Noodles Due to Potential Peanut Cross Contact at Contract Packer

Fly By Jing, Los Angeles, CA, is voluntarily recalling certain lots of Fly By Jing Creamy Sesame Noodles (single pack and 4-pack) because the products may have been exposed to cross-contact from peanuts. Peanuts are not an intended ingredient in Fly By Jing Creamy Sesame Noodles. Fly By Jing discovered a third-party manufacturer produced the product on equipment that also processes peanuts under conditions that may have led to peanut being in Fly By Jing Creamy Sesame Noodles.

As a result, Fly By Jing has immediately ceased distribution of the affected products, notified customers and retail partners, and placed all remaining inventory on hold. Fly By Jing has implemented additional safety checks and corrective actions, including strengthened allergen-control procedures with the third-party manufacturer.

Comment:  A major focus of the Supply Chain Preventive Control is focusing on the supplier's allergen control program and understanding other allergens being handled by that supplier.  Suppliers handling allergens other than ones declared on the products supplied to your company are a risk that needs to be under control by the supplier.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/fly-jing-issues-voluntary-recall-creamy-sesame-noodles-due-potential-cross-contact-peanuts
Fly By Jing Issues Voluntary Recall of Creamy Sesame Noodles Due to Potential Cross-Contact with Peanuts
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 12, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 13, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Potential Peanut Contamination
Company Name:  Fly by Jing
Brand Name:  Fly by Jing
Product Description:  Fly By Jing Creamy Sesame Noodles, single packs (NET WT 38 OZ, 107 G) and 4 pack (NET WT 152 OZ, 428 G)

USDA FSIS Issues Health Alert for Pork Product from Illinois Establishment Linked to Regional Listeria Outbreak

UPDATE (May 14, 2026) USDA stated "Whole genome sequencing results show that headcheese samples collected by FSIS and produced at Crawford Sausage Co. (Est. 21406) tested positive for the outbreak strain of Listeria monocytogenes. FSIS continues to coordinate with the Illinois public health and agriculture partners on the outbreak investigation."

USDA-FSIS is issuing a public health alert for headcheese that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes (Lm). Headcheese is a ready-to-eat (RTE), pork deli meat product typically made from meat (pig tongues and snouts) and seasonings that are cooked together and formed into a loaf or jelly-style product.  The problem was discovered as part of an ongoing illness outbreak investigation. FSIS, the Illinois Department of Public Health, and local health departments in Illinois are investigating a localized outbreak of Lm that includes three sick people in Illinois. Because the outbreak is contained within the state, Illinois is leading this investigation with FSIS.

FSIS collected an unopened headcheese product sample that tested positive for Lm. Further testing is ongoing to determine if the product samples are related to the specific outbreak strain.

Comment - one lot code of production was recalled. As with many such recalls where one lot is recalled, there can be an expanded recall when it is determined the facility did not have adequate Listeria controls in place.

A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase.




https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/fsis-issues-public-health-alert-headcheese-deli-meat-products-may-be-contaminated
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Headcheese Deli Meat Products That May Be Contaminated With Listeria

FSIS Announcement

WASHINGTON, May 9, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for headcheese produced by Crawford Sausage Co., Inc.
Chicago, IL, that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes (Lm). A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase. Headcheese is a ready-to-eat (RTE), pork deli meat product typically made from meat and seasonings that are cooked together and formed into a loaf or jelly-style product.

PA Firm Recalls Packaged Sesame for Containing Cashews, An Undeclared Allergen

George J. Howe Co. of Grove City, Pennsylvania is voluntarily recalling 13,619 pounds of Sunflower Seeds because it may contain undeclared tree nut (cashew) allergens.  The voluntary recall was initiated after the company discovered in a routine inspection that Sunflower Seeds containing Tree Nut (Cashews) were distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of Tree Nut (Cashews). Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by an oversight in the company’s production process at the changeover of products.

Comment - A proper cleanout / sanitation was not completed as a changeover was conducted.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/george-j-howe-co-voluntarily-recalls-sunflower-seeds-due-undeclare-tree-nuts-cashews
George J. Howe Co. Voluntarily Recalls Sunflower Seeds Due to Undeclare Tree Nuts (Cashews)
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 07, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 08, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Cashews
Company Name:  George J. Howe Co.
Brand Name:  George J. Howe Co.
Product Description:  Sunflower Seeds

CA Bakery Recalls Walnut Containing Muffins Labeled as Blueberry Muffins

The Brownie Baker, Inc. is voluntarily recalling Nouria Banana Nut Muffins that we incorrectly labeled as blueberry muffins, which do not declare the presence of tree nuts (walnuts).  This recall was initiated after the company was notified by a customer on April 24, 2026, of a labeling discrepancy. An internal investigation determined that a packaging error resulted in banana nut muffins being placed into blueberry muffin packaging.

Comment - We continually see bakery recalls due to mislabeling issues.  Bakeries handle many different products, and so a disciplined system (aka Allergen Preventive Control) is needed to ensure these simple errors do not occur.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/brownie-baker-inc-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-tree-nuts-walnuts-muffin-product
The Brownie Baker, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Tree Nuts (Walnuts) in Muffin Product
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 07, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 08, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared walnut
Company Name:  The Brownie Baker, Inc.
Brand Name:  Nouria
Product Description:  Banana Nut Muffins

Wisconsin Firm Recalls Retail Brand of Flavored Pita Chips, Another Recall Linked to Suspect Dry Milk Powder Supply Issue

Legacy Snack Solutions of Waukesha, Wisconsin, is voluntarily recalling certain batches of Giant Eagle Baked Pita Chips With Parmesan, Garlic & Herb because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. This action follows a California Diaries, Inc. milk powder recall due to a concern of potential Salmonella contamination.

The recalled milk powder was supplied to a third-party manufacturer of a seasoning blend, and that blend may be present on the surface of the Giant Eagle Baked Pita Chips With Parmesan, Garlic & Herb. The affected seasoning batches tested negative for Salmonella prior to use; however, out of an abundance of caution the product referenced below is being recalled.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/legacy-snack-solutions-voluntarily-recalls-giant-eagle-baked-pita-chips-parmesan-garlic-herb-because
Legacy Snack Solutions Voluntarily Recalls Giant Eagle Baked Pita Chips with Parmesan, Garlic & Herb Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 07, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 08, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Potential Salmonella Contamination
Company Name:  Legacy Snack Solutions
Brand Name:  Giant Eagle
Product Description:  Pita Chips with Parmesan, Garlic and Herbs

Texas Firm Recalls Chocolate Bars for Missing Milk on Label

CBSL Commissary LLC, operating as Winfield’s Chocolate Bar, is voluntarily recalling five dark chocolate products sold at its three Houston, Texas locations because the word “milk” was omitted from the ingredient label.   The recall was initiated after the firm identified that “milk” was inadvertently omitted from the ingredient declaration on the product labels. All affected products have been removed from sale at all three locations and relabeled effective April 27, 2026

Comment - A label design issue missing 'milk'.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/winfields-chocolate-bar-recalls-dark-chocolate-products-due-undeclared-milk
Winfield’s Chocolate Bar Recalls Dark Chocolate Products Due to Undeclared Milk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 05, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 08, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Undeclared Milk
Company Name:  CBSL Commissary LLC
Brand Name:  Winfield’s
Product Description:  Winfield’s Chocolate Bars

Company Announcement

Products Sold at Three Houston, TX Locations May Pose Risk to Individuals with Milk Allergies

HOUSTON, TX, May 5, 2026 — CBSL Commissary LLC, operating as Winfield’s Chocolate Bar, is voluntarily recalling five dark chocolate products sold at its three Houston, Texas locations because the word “milk” was omitted from the ingredient label. Milk is a known major food allergen under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA). People who have a milk allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Affected Products
Product Name  SKU  Size (in.)  Packaging
Dark Chocolate Cowboy  00810079834907  5½ x 1¾ x 8½ in.  Clear Cello Bag with Bow
Dark Chocolate Cat  00810079833030  5 x 3½ x 2 in.  Clear Cello Bag with Bow
Dark Chocolate Teddy Bear  00810079833405  5½ x 2½ x 2 in.  Clear Cello Bag with Bow
Dark Chocolate Champagne Bottle  00810079833733  11½ x 4¾ x 4¾ in.  Clear Cello Bag with Bow
Dark Chocolate Easter Bunny  00810079837892  4½ x 1¾ x 8½ in.  Clear Cello Bag with Bow
Brand: Winfield’s Chocolate Bar
Manufactured/Distributed by: CBSL Commissary LLC dba Winfield’s Chocolate Bar, 9127 Stella Link Rd, Houston, TX
 Storage: Store at room temperature
Shelf Life: 365 days
Where Sold
The recalled products were sold exclusively at the following Winfield’s Chocolate Bar locations in Houston, TX:
CBRO Centre LLC dba Winfield’s Chocolate Bar — Houston, TX
CBWA LLC dba Winfield’s Chocolate Bar — Houston, TX
CBRV LLC dba Winfield’s Chocolate Bar — Houston, TX
 
Background & Corrective Action

The recall was initiated after the firm identified that “milk” was inadvertently omitted from the ingredient declaration on the product labels. All affected products have been removed from sale at all three locations and relabeled effective April 27, 2026. No product was distributed to external wholesalers, distributors, or retailers outside of the firm’s own locations.

No illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to date in connection with these products.

What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who have purchased any of the above products and have a milk allergy or sensitivity are urged to discard the product or return it to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact Alan Underwood at 281-667-9411 ext. 702 or Sweettoothsupport@winfieldscb.com.

Wisconsin Firm Recalls White Cheddar Flavored Products for Salmonella Concerns, Another Recall Linked to Suspect Dry Milk Powder Supply Issue

Jonco Industries, Inc. of Milwaukee, WI, is recalling certain consumer-sized White Cheddar Seasoning products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.  The recall was initiated after Jonco Industries was notified by its seasoning supplier, JCB Flavors, of a potential Salmonella concern associated with an upstream milk powder ingredient supplied by California Dairies, Inc., which was used in the production of the affected products.

Comment - In this case, it is a supplier's supply issue, where this company bought flavoring from a company that used the questionable milk powder in their process.  This is more of a challenge for the downstream user, but one that needs to be considered when choosing suppliers - knowing the strength of that suppier's supply chain program.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/jonco-industries-recalls-certain-consumer-sized-white-cheddar-seasoning-products-because-possible
Jonco Industries Recalls Certain Consumer-Sized White Cheddar Seasoning Products Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 07, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 08, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Potential Salmonella Contamination
Company Name:  Jonco Industries, Inc.
Brand Name:  Williams Sonoma, Fireworks Popcorn
Product Description:  White Cheddar Seasoning

Michigan Firm Recalls Herring Product That Was Produced Out of Regulatory Specifications Required for Botulinum Control

Shining Sea Fish Co. of Detroit MI, is recalling its catch weight packages of "Ma Cohen’s Kippered Herring" smoked fish because this product consists of, uneviscerated fish longer than five inches, which has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum

Comment:  The size limitation is a regulatory requirement.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/shining-sea-fish-co-recalls-ma-cohens-kippered-herring-because-possible-health-risk
Shining Sea Fish Co. Recalls “Ma Cohen’s Kippered Herring” Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 05, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 08, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum.
Company Name:  Shining Sea Fish Co.
Brand Name:  Ma Cohen’s
Product Description:  Kippered Herring

NC Firm Expands Recall of Chocolate Bars After Further Analysis of Involved Lots

Spring & Mulberry, Raleigh NC, is voluntarily expanding its previously announced recall of select chocolate bars due to possible contamination from Salmonella.  The initial recall was published on January 15, 2026.  The potential for contamination was first noted after routine third-party testing conducted by the company’s contract manufacturer revealed finished product tested positive for Salmonella. 

From the most recent recall notice:

"This expansion follows a comprehensive root cause investigation conducted by the company’s manufacturing partners in coordination with leading food safety experts and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The investigation has now identified a single lot of date ingredient used in the production of the company’s chocolate as the most likely source of contamination."
"In response, Spring & Mulberry is recalling all finished products produced with the implicated lot of date ingredient. All products included in this expanded recall have tested negative for Salmonella, and there have been no confirmed reports of illness associated with the chocolate bars referenced below, to date. This announcement follows a recall by the company’s supplier."

Comment - This is where lot tracking of ingredient usage becomes so important.  It seems that a detailed analysis of ingredient usage was not properly conducted when the company (I am assuming the ingredient supplier) issued the recall in January.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/spring-mulberry-expands-voluntary-recall-select-chocolate-bars-because-possible-health-risk
Spring & Mulberry Expands Voluntary Recall of Select Chocolate Bars Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date: May 08, 2026
FDA Publish Date: May 08, 2026
Product Type: Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella
Company Name: Spring & Mulberry
Brand Name: Spring & Mulberry
Product Description: Chocolate bars
Company Announcement

Indiana Firm Recalls Raw Dog Food After FDA Detects Salmonella in Sample

Albright’s Raw Pet Food of Fort Wayne, Indiana out of an abundance of caution is voluntarily recalling one lot of its Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced because this lot has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.  This recall follows routine sampling conducted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, during which product samples were tested for Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, and Escherichia coli, with the lot identified above reported as positive for Salmonella species in 1 composite sample.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/albrights-raw-pet-food-announces-voluntary-recall-select-chicken-recipe-dogs-complete-and-balanced-1
Albright’s Raw Pet Food Announces Voluntary Recall of Select Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced, 1 lb Bricks (Lot #C001730)
Summary
Company Announcement Date: May 06, 2026

FDA Publish Date: May 07, 2026

Product Type: Animal & Veterinary Pet Food

Reason for Announcement:  Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella

Company Name: Albright’s Raw Pet Food

Brand Name:  Albright’s

Product Description:  Chicken Recipe for Dogs

Wisconsin Firm Recalls Seasoning Blend Due to Potential Salmonella, Another Recall Linked to Suspect Dry Milk Powder Supply Issue

JCB Flavors, LLC of Watertown, Wisconsin, is voluntarily recalling select topical seasoning products due to the potential presence of Salmonella.  This recall is being initiated because the affected products were manufactured using a milk powder ingredient that is part of a voluntary recall issued by California Dairies, Inc. This ingredient was used in certain topical seasonings.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/jcb-flavors-llc-issues-voluntary-recall-topical-seasonings-due-potential-health-risk
JCB Flavors, LLC Issues Voluntary Recall of Topical Seasonings Due to Potential Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 06, 2026
FDA Publish Date: May 07, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Potential Foodborne Illness - Salmonella
Company Name:  JCB Flavors, LLC
Brand Name:  Wildlife Seasoning
Product Description:  Flavored popcorn seasoning

NY Dairy Recalls Cheese Curds Due to Potential for Salmonella, Another Recall Linked to Suspect Dry Milk Ingredient Supply Issue

Stoltzfus Family Dairy of Vernon Center, NY is recalling Sour Cream & Onion cheese curds because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.  To date, Stoltzfus Family Dairy has not received any reports of illness or injury related to these products. This recall was initiated following a recall by California Dairies, Inc. concerning potential Salmonella contamination in milk powder, which was used as an ingredient in our Sour Cream & Onion seasoning blend that we use to flavor our Sour Cream & Onion cheese curds.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/stoltzfus-family-dairy-recalls-sour-cream-and-onion-cheese-curds-because-possible-health-risk
Stoltzfus Family Dairy Recalls Sour Cream and Onion Cheese Curds Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 07, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 07, 2026
Product Type:   Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Potential Salmonella Contamination
Company Name:  Stoltzfus Family Dairy LLC
Brand Name:  Stoltzfus Family Dairy
Product Description:  Sour Cream and Onion Cheese Curds

Ohio Firm Recalls Slaw Due to Lack of Established Process Controls

My Wife’s Slaw is voluntarily recalling its Original and Jalapeno Heat flavored coleslaw sold in 8 oz and 16 oz glass mason jars. The products included in this recall are adulterated because they were produced without the benefit of inspection and the safety parameters were not able to be verified.

Comment - The company was not measuring import food safety parameters.  Most critical for this would be pH.  Also fill temperature or post-processing temperature depending on how it was processed.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/my-wifes-slaw-issues-voluntary-recall-its-original-and-jalapeno-heat-flavored-coleslaw-being
My Wife’s Slaw Issues a Voluntary Recall of its Original and Jalapeno Heat Flavored Coleslaw for Being Adulterated
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 05, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 07, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Foodborne Illness - Potential for microorganisms growth
Company Name:  My Wife’s Slaw
Brand Name:  My Wife’s Slaw
Product Description:  Original and Jalapeno Heat flavored coleslaw

Illinois Firm Recalls Nut Mixes Due to Potential Salmonella, Another Recall Linked to Suspect Dry Milk Ingredient Supply Issue

As a follow up to the voluntary recall of dry milk powder by California Dairies, Inc., John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. (Nasdaq: JBSS) (the “Company”), Elgin IL,  announced today that it is voluntarily recalling snack mix products flavored with a seasoning manufactured by a third-party supplier that contained the recalled dry milk powder. The affected seasoning batches tested negative for Salmonella prior to use; however, the Company is taking this action as a precautionary measure because of the potential that these products may contain the presence of Salmonella.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/john-b-sanfilippo-son-inc-voluntarily-recalls-snack-mix-products-due-possible-health-risk
John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. Voluntarily Recalls Snack Mix Products Due to Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 05, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 06, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Potential Foodborne Illness - Salmonella
Company Name:  John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc.
Brand Name:  Fisher, Southern Style Nuts, Squirrel Brand, Good & Gather
Product Description:  Snack Mixes

Hantavirus on a Cruise Ship - Three Deaths, Others Ill

Three people have died in an outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship.  Two other passengers have also had been infected.  Officials are monitoring other passengers.   

What we need to know:

• People get hantavirus from contact with rodents like rats and mice, especially when exposed to their urine, droppings, and saliva. It can also spread through a bite or scratch by a rodent, but this is rare.
• It is primary infects through inhalation leading to hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) but can also lead to hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome (HFRS).
• HPS is a severe and potentially deadly disease that affects the lungs. Symptoms of HPS usually start to show 1 to 8 weeks after contact with an infected rodent.  Thirty-eight percent of people who develop respiratory symptoms may die from the disease.
  
• From 1993 to 2023, there have been 890 cases of infection.  Most of the cases occur in the western US,  with NM, CO, and AZ having the highest number of cases.

Comment - While the source is not yet known, it seems the elderly couple that died may have contracted it while on land in Argentina while bird watching.  Once on board, in a confined area of the boat where they had an active infection for weeks,  they may have spread it to others?

https://apnews.com/article/hantavirus-outbreak-cruise-ship-timeline-a04e0f8097d068a00fe94bf19f840240

How a deadly hantavirus outbreak unfolded on a cruise ship for weeks before it was identified

Oregon Market Kitchen Recalls Salad Product for Improper Allergen Labeling of Sesame

Market of Choice (MOC), Eugene, OR, is recalling MOC Vegan Kale Caesar Salad (9.5 oz) due to the presence of an undeclared sesame allergen.  This issue was identified through the company's internal review process, which found that sesame was an added ingredient but not listed in the ingredient statement on the label. To date, no illnesses have been reported.

Comment:  This is a print-and-apply label where sesame was listed in the contains statement, but was missed on the ingredient listing.  This is an example where a verification procedure should be in place when labels are input into the printing system.   Also of note, coconut is not considered an allergen requiring allergen labeling. 





https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/market-choice-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-sesame-vegan-kale-caesar-salad
Market of Choice Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sesame in Vegan Kale Caesar Salad
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 05, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 05, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Product contains undeclared sesame
Company Name:  Market of Choice
Brand Name:  Market of Choice
Product Description:  Vegan Kale Caesar Salad

WI Firm Recalls Pork Rinds Made with Milk Powder Ingredient Recalled for Salmonella

Pork King Good has voluntarily recalled specific Sour Cream & Onion pork rind and seasoning products. This recall was initiated following a recall by California Dairies, Inc. concerning potential Salmonella contamination in milk powder, which was used as an ingredient in our Sour Cream & Onion seasoning blend.

Comment: Ghirardelli recalled chocolate powder on April 28, 2026 due to same supplier issue.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/pork-king-good-issues-voluntary-recall-certain-sour-cream-onion-pork-rinds-and-seasoning-due
Pork King Good Issues Voluntary Recall of Certain Sour Cream & Onion Pork Rinds and Seasoning Due to Potential Salmonella Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 29, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 05, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Potential Foodborne Illness - Salmonella
Company Name:  Pork King Good
Brand Name:  Pork King Good
Product Description:  pork rinds and seasoning bottles.

CA Firm Recalls Kimchi Due to Undeclared Fish

Ocinet, Inc., of Downey, California, is recalling all “…And Kimchi” branded sliced kimchi, UPC 8541200408, UPC 8541200409, and UPC 8541200411 (the “Product”) because the Product contains undeclared fish (anchovies).   The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the Product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of fish. Distribution of the Product has been suspended until the company is certain that the problem has been corrected.

Comment - This may have been a label design issue where the ingredient statement on the label did not capture the addition of the fish containing ingredient, such as fish sauce, a common kimchi ingredient.





https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ocinet-inc-recalls-and-kimchi-branded-sliced-kimchi-because-product-contains-undeclared-fish
Ocinet, Inc., Recalls “…And Kimchi” Branded Sliced Kimchi Because the Product Contains Undeclared Fish (Anchovies)
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 04, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 05, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Product contains undeclared fish (anchovies)
Company Name:  Ocinet, Inc.
Brand Name:  And Kimchi
Product Description:  Kimchi

Illinois Establishment Recalls Ravioli Product After Incorrect Product in Package Results in Undeclared Allergens

USDA-FSIS is issuing a public health alert for ravioli pasta products produced by Rana Meal Solutions, LLC Bartlett, IL, due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The ravioli labeled as beef and burrata may actually contain shrimp filling in lobster sauce. The shrimp and lobster, known allergens (shellfish), are not declared on the product label.  The problem was discovered when the establishment notified FSIS that they received two consumer complaints reporting the beef sauce and burrata ravioli actually contained shrimp ravioli.  

The ravioli pasta items were produced between March 10, 2026, and April 21, 2026.  A recall was not requested because the product is no longer available for purchase.  There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.





https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/fsis-issues-public-health-alert-ravioli-pasta-beef-sauce-due-misbranding-and
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ravioli Pasta With Beef Sauce Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens

Rana Meal Solutions, LLC Bartlett, IL

FSIS Announcement

Potato Chips Recalled After Ingredient Supplier Issues Recall for Potential Salmonella

Utz Quality Foods, LLC, a subsidiary of Utz Brands, Inc., is issuing a voluntary recall in the United States of certain limited varieties of Zapp’s® and Dirty® potato chips. This voluntary recall follows notification to Utz that a seasoning containing dry milk powder, sourced from California Dairies, Inc. and supplied by a third-party supplier, may contain the presence of Salmonella. The affected seasoning batches tested negative for Salmonella prior to use; however, out of an abundance of caution, Utz is recalling the limited varieties of Zapp’s and Dirty brand potato chips identified below.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/utz-quality-foods-llc-issues-voluntary-recall-certain-limited-varieties-zapps-and-dirty-potato-chips
Utz Quality Foods, LLC Issues Voluntary Recall of Certain Limited Varieties of Zapp’s and Dirty Potato Chips
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 04, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 04, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Potential Foodborne Illness - Salmonella
Company Name:  Utz Quality Foods LLC
Brand Name:  Zapp’s, Dirty
Product Description:  Potato chips

Infant Formula Recalled Due to Potential Bacillus Toxin

The a2 Milk Company (“a2MC”),  a New Zealond company with a base in Boulder, CO, has voluntarily recalled three specific batches of its imported a2 Platinum Premium USA label infant formula 0-12 months (“Product”) due to the presence of cereulide.  The recall was initiated by a2MC after cereulide was detected through additional testing of the Product conducted in response to new guidance issued by New Zealand's food regulatory authority. The probable source of cereulide is an ingredient in the Product.

Cereulide is a heat-stable toxin produced by some strains of the bacterium Bacillus cereus. Illness occurs through the consumption of food contaminated with the toxin and preparing formula with hot water does not eliminate it.

From CIDRAP - https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/foodborne-disease/infant-formula-voluntarily-recalled-after-testing-positive-heat-stable-toxin

"The World Health Organization (WHO) says the symptoms of cereulide illness usually appear within 30 minutes to six hours after ingestion. It can include nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain with risk of dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, which can be particularly severe in infants."

"From December 2016 to February 2026, at least 99 countries and territories have received infant formula products that were subject to recalls because of cereulide contamination. The WHO said in a March 13 press release that at least 144 suspected and confirmed cases were reported across 10 countries."

What is A2 milk?  From the company website (https://www.a2milk.com/truea2):

What is the difference between A1 and A2 protein types?

All cows originally produced only the A2 protein, but a natural change occurred over a thousand years ago, which caused the A1 protein to appear as a genetic variation. Today, most milk comes from cows that produce both A1 and A2 protein in their milk. But a2 Milk comes from cows that only produce A2 protein.

Why do people drink A2 milk?  Publication - Benefits of A2 Milk for Sports Nutrition, Health and Performance (Front Nutr. 2022) Jul  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9326461/ 

Abstract 

"Bovine milk is one of the best pre-and pro-workout sources for athletes owing to its rich nutritional content. Even though bovine milk consumption significantly benefits athletes' health and performance, many athletes cannot consume bovine milk since they struggle with gastrointestinal problems caused after milk consumption. Especially, the consumption of regular milk, which contains A1 β-casein, is associated with a variety of diseases ranging from gastrointestinal discomfort to ischemic heart diseases. The main reason behind this is related to β-casomorphine 7 (BCM-7), which is derived from A1 β-casein during the digestion of A1 milk. A1 β-casein is formed as a result of a point mutation in the position of 67th in the amino acid sequence A2 β-casein by changing proline to histidine. Therefore, this mutated form of β-casein in regular milk cannot easily be digested by the human-associated digestion enzymes. A2 milk, which includes A2 β-casein instead of A1 β-casein, is the best substitute for regular milk with the same nutritional content. This natural form of milk positively affects the athlete's health as well as performance without causing any gastrointestinal discomfort or more serious problems which are seen in the consumption of regular milk. In this review, A2 milk and its potential health effects in comparison to diseases related to A1 milk consumption are discussed."

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/a2-platinum-usa-label-infant-formula-recalled-because-possible-health-risk
a2 Platinum USA Label Infant Formula Recalled Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 02, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 02, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages  Infant Formula & Foods
Reason for Announcement:  Presence of cereulide toxin produced by some strains of the bacterium Bacillus cereus
Company Name:  A2 Milk Company
Brand Name:   a2
Product Description:  a2 Platinum Premium Infant Formula 0-12 months USA label

Michigan Firm Recalls Trail Mix for Undeclared Allergens Due to Incorrect Product in Package

Second Nature Brands of Madison Heights, MI, is voluntarily recalling certain 10-ounce packages of SECOND NATURE KETO CRUNCH SMART MIXTM because the product may contain undeclared cashews, pistachios, and cherries.  The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing cashews, pistachios, and cherries was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of these allergens. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company's production and packaging processes.

Comment - The wrong product was packed into the package.  This can be due to an incomplete line cleanout, or the wrong product was mixed into the process flow.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/second-nature-brands-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-cashews-pistachios-and-cherries-keto-crunch
Second Nature Brands Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Cashews, Pistachios, and Cherries in Keto Crunch Smart Mix
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  May 01, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  May 02, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  May contain undeclared Cashews, Pistachios, and Cherries
Company Name:  Second Nature Brands
Brand Name:  Second Nature
Product Description:  Keto Crunch Smart Mix

CA Firm Recalls Co-packed Chocolate Powder Mix Due to Ingredient Supplier Concern for Salmonella

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company of San Leandro, California is voluntarily recalling certain powdered beverage mixes because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. This action follows a California Dairies, Inc. milk powder recall due to a concern of potential Salmonella contamination, which was supplied to a third-party manufacturer and used as an ingredient in powdered beverage mixes.

The affected beverage mixes are packaged in large formats intended for food service and institutional customers, but some powdered beverage mixes may also have been available for purchase by consumers through e-commerce platforms.

Comment - This is essentially a supplier's supplier issue, where the product was co-packed for the brand owner, and it was the co-packer's powder milk supplier.


https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ghirardelli-chocolate-company-recalls-powdered-beverage-mixes-because-possible-health-risk
Ghirardelli Chocolate Company Recalls Powdered Beverage Mixes Because of Possible Health Risk
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 27, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  April 28, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  Potential Foodborne Illness - Salmonella
Company Name:  Ghirardelli Chocolate Company
Brand Name:  Ghirardelli
Product Description:  Powdered beverage mixes

NY Firm Recalls Chocolate Product for Undeclared Allergens Due to Improper Listing on Label

We R Nuts of Port Washington, New York is recalling 254 Uncle Giuseppe’s branded 11oz containers of milk chocolate bridge mix, because it may contain undeclared Milk, Soy and Cashews.  The recall was initiated after a discrepancy in the label’s ingredient list was discovered during an inspection of the facility’s products. Once We R Nuts Management was made aware of the allergens missing from our ingredient label, we started a formal recall.

Comment:   This is a label design issue that did not specifically state milk (although it was milk chocolate, soy (that was listed as lecithin), and cashews. 




https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/we-r-nuts-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-soy-cashews-milk-chocolate-bridge-mix
We R Nuts, Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk, Soy & Cashews in Milk Chocolate Bridge Mix
Summary
Company Announcement Date:  April 24, 2026
FDA Publish Date:  April 27, 2026
Product Type:  Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:  May contain undeclared milk, soy, and cashews
Company Name:  We R Nuts, LLC.
Brand Name:  Uncle Giuseppe’s
Product Description:  Chocolate covered nuts and raisins

FDA Cites CA Seafood Processor for Listeria Issues in RTE Processing Facilities

FDA inspected four seafood processing facilities of the Ocean Group of California. These facilities process RTE salmon and tuna.  This product is sold for use by sushi restaurants. 

This is a very lengthy report, but to summarize, the facilities have Listeria issues.  This was determined through environmental sampling.  There are also poor practices relating to Listeria control.   A bit scary when you think about the type of product being produced.

https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/ocean-group-inc-715467-03032026
Warning Letter
Ocean Group Inc.
MARCS-CMS 715467 — March 03, 2026
Warning Letters

FDA Issues Warning Letter to Arkansas Warehouse for Rodents and Filth

FDA issued a Warning Letter to JZ Wholesale, Fort Smith, AR, for a high amount of excessive rodent activity and overall filth.  

One example of an evaluation from a case of product is enough to give you an idea...."REPs (AKA rodent poop), gnawing, and apparent rodent grease trails on cases of Slime Licker strawberry sour-filled milk chocolate candy bars,"

While there is plenty of rodent and roach items, they had pest chemicals, unfortunately they were not where they should be.   Here are two examples of poor chemical storage practices:

• "In Room (b)(4) there was a case of Zevo Pest Spray stored directly on top of a pallet of Slime Licker Chocolate Candy Bars in aisle (b)(4).:
• "In the Seasonal Room, you stored cases of antifreeze and insect spray directly next to Kellogg’s Elf on the Shelf Sugar Cookies."

https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/jz-wholesale-inc-724047-03092026
WARNING LETTER
JZ Wholesale, Inc.
MARCS-CMS 724047 — March 09, 2026