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Cargill Recalls 36 Million Pounds of Ground Turkey
Cargill recalled 36 million pounds of ground turkey today. The recall is in response to the ongoing salmonella outbreak which has sickened at least 77 people and killed one. While [ … ]
Salmonella Outbreak in Ground Turkey
One death and a total of 77 illnesses have been attributed to a drug-resistant variety of salmonella. The CDC has determined that the salmonella type is in ground turkey, but they’re not telling which producer has distributed the meat.
Another Tea Recall: RemedyTeas Recalls Teas Due to Salmonella Risk
RemedyTeas is recalling two of its teas – #137 Peppermint Organic Herbal Tea and #120 Tranquility Herbal Tea – due to a risk of salmonella contamination. This seems to be related to the recent tea recall by Teavana, since both companies source their peppermint teas from Aromatics, Inc. in Basin City, Washington.
Peanut Butter Recall: Skippy Peanut Butter
Several cases of Skippy Peanut Butter have been recalled after routine testing found salmonella in the batch.
Cilantro and Parsley Recall
J&D Produce of Edinburg, Texas recalled its parsley and cilantro packaged on Nov 30 and Dec 6 and distributed under the brand of Little Bear. No illnesses have been reported associated with this produce. Other related products by the same company are also included under this recall.
More Eggs Added to Recall
Cal-Maine has added another 1440 eggs to the recall. The eggs came from Ohio Fresh Eggs, which is owned by the same people responsible for the more than half billion eggs recalled in August of this year. The eggs have the potential to be infected with salmonella. Consumers are advised to return the eggs to the store where they were purchased.
Another Egg Recall, Same Folks
Ohio Fresh Eggs, an egg factory farm co-owned by the owners of Hillandale Farms and Wright County Egg – yes, the folks behind the half billion egg recall – have found a positive sample of salmonella at their Croton, Ohio facility. No illnesses have been reported in conjunction with this recall. 288,000 eggs are being recalled.
Salmonella vaccine for chickens gaining support
The salmonella outbreak has spurred calls for a mandatory vaccination of hens against the bacteria. But can a vaccine fix the problems of industrial egg production?
Eating Vegan: Looking for Egg Replacements during the Egg Recall? Ask a Vegan.
Egg substitutes for your recipes during the recall. Learn about eggs’ purpose in recipes, and how you can get around using them.
Eggs from pasture raised chickens unlikely candidates for Salmonella contamination
Eggs from hens that are confined in cages or crowded sheds are more likely to be contaminated with Salmonella, while eggs from pasture raised chickens are less at risk.
Egg Recall Expanded to More Than Half a Billion Eggs
The egg recall expanded to include more than a half billion eggs on Friday. Hillandale Farms of Iowa joined Wright County Egg in recalling shell eggs due to possible salmonella contamination.
380 Million Eggs Recalled for Salmonella Infection
Wright County Egg of Galt, Iowa has issued a recall for 380 million eggs possibly infected with salmonella. The company is a repeat offender of environmental laws and has paid fines for federal immigration charges and animal cruelty charges.