Granny Smith apples recalled due to mutable types of bacteria

Northstar Produce Inc.is recallng Granny Smith Size 175ct apples due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella, and / or Enterohemorrhagic E. coli. Salmonella, is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

Listeria monocytogenes, is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

Enterohemorrhagic E. coli is a bacteria that causes a diarrheal illness often with bloody stools. Although most healthy adults can recover completely within a week, some people can develop a form of kidney failure called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS). HUS is most likely to occur in young children and the elderly. The condition can lead to serious kidney damage and even death.

The Granny Smith Size 175 ct apples were sold at Mike’s Discount Foods, 230 Osborn Ave., Fridley, MN and Mikes’s Discount Foods, 516 East River Road, Anoka, MN

The apples were sold in tray packs between October 1, 2015 and October 19, 2015

Consumers who purchased these apples should directly contact Mike Abernathy at 763-286-0110.

Green Apples Recalled due to Llisteria contamination

Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc., (“Del Monte Fresh”) is initiating a voluntary recall of Granny Smith green apples because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.  Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stuffiness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

A total of 695 boxes containing 8 “Granny Smith” green apples each and 67 clear plastic bags containing 6 “Granny Smith” green apples each were distributed to Coremark and 7-Eleven for sale in convenience stores in the Mountain States region on Oct. 1-12, 2015.  States affected include CO, KS, MO, NE, NM, OK, SD, UT and WY.  The apples at store level are individual fruit on open displays.

No illnesses have been reported to date.  The problem was discovered when a customer performed microbial testing on raw apples received.

Consumers who suspect that they have purchased “Granny Smith” green apples affected by this recall should dispose it in the garbage and contact Del Monte Fresh Produce for a refund.  Affected retailers have been requested to remove the product from sale.

Consumers with questions may contact the Company’s consumer hotline at 1-800-659-6500 operating 24 hours seven days a week or email Del Monte Fresh at Contact-US-Executive-Office@freshdelmonte.com

Vietnam Food Administration recalls American Apples

The Vietnam Food Administration has ordered a recall of Granny Smith and Gala apples imported from the United States after they were linked with listeriosis that killed three people and hospitalized many others in the US.

The agency said in a statement Tuesday that it has ordered all importers to recall the products.

Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still cause illness. Symptoms include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle ache, severe headache and neck stiffness. Pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are particularly at risk.

The VFA said it was informed by the International Food Safety Authorities Network about an international recall of US apple products over listeria concern. According to the notice, on January 6 Bidart Bros. announced a recall of all Granny Smith and Gala apples shipped from the company’s Shafter, California, packing facility in 2014.

Three other companies later announced the recall of caramel apples over the concern, including Happy Apple Company of Washington and Missouri, California Snack Foods of El Monte, California, and Merb’s Candies of St. Louis, Missouri.According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the products were exported to Vietnam, Canada, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and the UAE.

FDA, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and US state and local authorities are investigating a listeriosis outbreak linked to the products.According to the CDC, as of January 9, 32 people have been infected with Listeria monocytogenes in 11 states, with three people dying. The CDC reported that 25 of the 28 ill people interviewed reported eating commercially-produced, prepackaged whole caramel apples, including Happy Apple, Carnival, and Merb’s Candies.

Source  Thanhnien News

Granny Smith and Gala Apples Recalled

According to a letter sent by Bidart Brothers  to its suppliers, they are recalling all Granny Smith and Gala apples shipped from their from its Shafter, California facility in 2014 .Tests found listeria on some of these apples .

This recall is for more than the apples used for caramel apples. No Brands under which they were sold have been released yet. If you have Any Granny Smith or Gala apples in your refrigerator,it may be advisable to hold on to them until the FDA gives out more information.

Canada: Granny Smith & Gala Apples Recalled Due to Listeria

Industry is recalling Granny Smith apples and Gala apples exported by Bidart Bros. in the United States (US) from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Identified importers of the recalled products include Beauvais Ltee. and Courchesne Larose. Consumers should not consume and retailers, restaurants and institutions should not sell or use the recalled products described below.

Furthermore, recalled products were imported by and sold at Coosemans Montreal Inc., located at 1605 rue de Beauharnois Ouest, Montréal, QC.

Recalled products

Brand Name	Common Name	Code(s) on Product	Additional Info
Big B	Granny Smith Apples*	All production in 2014	*Only apples exported by Bidart Bros. are affected by this recall. Recalled products may have been sold under other brand names besides the one identified or without a brand name at all, such as in bulk. If you are unsure as to whether products are included in this recall, contact the location where they were purchased.
Big B	Gala Apples*	All production in 2014	*Only apples exported by Bidart Bros. are affected by this recall. Recalled products may have been sold under other brand names besides the one identified or without a brand name at all, such as in bulk. If you are unsure as to whether products are included in this recall, contact the location where they were purchased.
Granny's Best	Granny Smith Apples*	All production in 2014	*Only apples exported by Bidart Bros. are affected by this recall. Recalled products may have been sold under other brand names besides the one identified or without a brand name at all, such as in bulk. If you are unsure as to whether products are included in this recall, contact the location where they were purchased.

What you should do

Check to see if you have recalled products. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased. If you are unsure as to whether products are included in this recall, contact the location where they were purchased.

Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Symptoms can include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache and neck stiffness. Pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are particularly at risk. Although infected pregnant women may experience only mild, flu-like symptoms, the infection can lead to premature delivery, infection of the newborn or even stillbirth. In severe cases of illness, people may die.