Wegmans recalls GoGo Squeez Fruit & Veggiez, Zippin' Zingin' Pear,

GoGo Squeez Fruit & Veggiez, Zippin' Zingin' Pear, 12.8 oz. (4 - 3.2 oz. pouches)
Batch/UPC Code:	84886000008 - ONLY product with "best before" dates between 06/30/2016 and 07/26/2016 printed on the back of the individual pouch or box.
Reason for Recall:	Materne North America has recalled specific date codes of this product due to the potential for development of common mold. All product may be returned for a full refund. For more information, please call the GoGo Squeez product recall line at 1-844-275-5841, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. or visit http://www.gogosqueez.com/announcement/.

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United Kingdom: Morrisons Recalls Seafood Cocktail and Prawn Mayo Sandwich Fillers

Morrisons recalls its Seafood Cocktail and Prawn Mayo sandwich fillers as the products may contain an under processed ingredient

Morrisons has recalled the two products listed below as some of the packs may contain under cooked prawns.

Product: Morrisons Seafood Cocktail (Sandwich Filler)

Pack size: 230g

'Use by' date: All date codes

Product: Morrisons Prawn Mayo (Sandwich Filler)

Pack size: 230g

'Use by' date: All date codes

Morrisons has recalled the implicated products and will be displaying product recall notices in stores. These notices will alert consumers to the recall and advise them of the actions to take if they have bought the products. A copy of the consumer notice issued by Morrisons can be found via the 'Related items' link below. Morrisons will also contact all their online customers to inform them of this issue.

If you have bought the above product, please do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store where you bought it for a full refund.

Canada: Reser's Fine Foods Recalls More Chicken, Ham, and Beef Products

The public warning issued on October 24, 2013 has been updated to include additional products and Best Before dates.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Reser’s Fine Foods Inc. are warning the public not to consume the salad products described below, because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of these products.

The manufacturer, Reser's Fine Foods Inc., Beaverton, Oregon, USA, is voluntarily recalling the affected products from the marketplace. The CFIA is monitoring the effectiveness of the recall.

The following products, marked with a Best Before Date followed by a plant identifier code of 20, are affected by this alert:

Affected products

Brand Name	Common Name	Size	Codes(s) on Product	UPC	Additional Info
Market Pantry	Coleslaw	425 g	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC10 to 2013 NO03	6 28919 00240 5
Market Pantry	Macaroni Salad	454 g	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC20 to 2013 NO11	6 28919 00239 9
Market Pantry	Potato & Egg Salad	454 g	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 NO03 to 2013 NO17	6 28919 00238 2
Market Pantry	Potato Salad	454 g	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC20 to 2013 NO14	6 28919 00237 5
Reser's Fine Foods	Creamy Spinach Dip	454 g	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC17 to 2013 NO14	0 71117 61206 6
Reser's Fine Foods	Crunchy Cole Slaw	425 g	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC10 to 2013 NO08	0 71117 18244 6
Reser's Fine Foods	Crunchy Coleslaw	1.25 kg	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC10 to 2013 NO08	0 71117 61225 7
Reser's Fine Foods	Gourmet Red Potato Salad	1.81 kg	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC12 to 2013 NO15	0 71117 00164 8
Reser's Fine Foods	Gourmet Red Potato Salad	340 g	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC12 to 2013 NO10	0 71117 61209 7
Reser's Fine Foods	Potato Salad with Deviled Egg	454 g	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC12 to 2013 NO15	0 71117 61252 3
Reser's Fine Foods	Potato Salad with Egg	454 g	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC23 to 2013 NO26	0 71117 18243 9
Reser's Fine Foods	Potato Salad with Egg	1.25 kg	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC23 to 2013 NO26	0 71117 61321 6
Reser's Fine Foods	Traditional Cole Slaw with Oil & Vinegar	425 g	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC10 to 2013 NO07	0 71117 61254 7
Reser's Fine Foods	Cheesy Macaroni Salad	1.25 kg	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC20 to 2013 NO18	0 71117 61227 1
Reser's Fine Foods	Cheesy Macaroni Salad	454 g	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC20 to 2013 NO18	0 71117 18241 5
Reser's Fine Foods	Ranch Pasta Salad with Bacon	454 g	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC11 to 2013 NO07	0 71117 61250 9
Reser's Fine Foods	Potato Salad	454 g	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC23 to 2013 NO21	0 71117 18242 2
Reser's Fine Foods	Potato Salad	1.25 kg	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC23 to 2013 NO26	0 71117 61320 9
Reser's Fine Foods	Macaroni Salad	454 g	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC23 to 2013 NO26	0 71117 18240 8
Reser's Fine Foods	Macaroni Salad	1.25 kg	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC23 to 2013 NO21	0 71117 61322 3
Reser's Fine Foods	Homestyle Potato Salad	454 g	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC10 to 2013 NO07	0 71117 61251 6
Reser's Fine Foods	Potato Salad*	3.63 kg	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC23 to 2013 NO27	0 71117 00215 7	* These affected products were sold in bulk and may have been repacked at retail. Consumers who cannot determine the original product identity are advised to check with their retailer to determine if they have one of the affected products.
Reser's Fine Foods	Loaded Baked Potato Salad*	2.27 kg	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC08 to 2013 NO10	0 71117 11586 4	* These affected products were sold in bulk and may have been repacked at retail. Consumers who cannot determine the original product identity are advised to check with their retailer to determine if they have one of the affected products.
Reser's Fine Foods	Cole Slaw*	3.18 kg	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC08 to 2013 NO10	0 71117 15124 4	* These affected products were sold in bulk and may have been repacked at retail. Consumers who cannot determine the original product identity are advised to check with their retailer to determine if they have one of the affected products.
Reser's Fine Foods	Chicken Salad Dressing*	3.63 kg	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC24 to 2013 NO20	71117 14761 2	* These affected products were sold in bulk and may have been repacked at retail. Consumers who cannot determine the original product identity are advised to check with their retailer to determine if they have one of the affected products.
Reser's Fine Foods	Macaroni Salad*	3.63 kg	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC25 to 2013 NO20	0 71117 00216 4	* These affected products were sold in bulk and may have been repacked at retail. Consumers who cannot determine the original product identity are advised to check with their retailer to determine if they have one of the affected products.
Reser's Fine Foods	Four Bean Salad*	3.63 kg	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 NO24 to 2013 DE15	71117 61281 3	* These affected products were sold in bulk and may have been repacked at retail. Consumers who cannot determine the original product identity are advised to check with their retailer to determine if they have one of the affected products.
Reser's Fine Foods	Diced Potato with Egg Salad*	3.63 kg	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC23 to 2013 NO26	71117 65135 5	* These affected products were sold in bulk and may have been repacked at retail. Consumers who cannot determine the original product identity are advised to check with their retailer to determine if they have one of the affected products.
Stonemill Kitchens	Red Potato Salad with Dijon	2.27 kg	Best Before Date(s) followed by plant identifier code 20 from 2013 OC15 to 2013 NO18	0 71117 61629 3

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More information

Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled. Consumption of food contaminated with this bacteria may cause listeriosis, a foodborne illness. Listeriosis can cause high fever, severe headache, neck stiffness and nausea. Pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are particularly at risk. Infected pregnant women may experience only a mild, flu-like illness, however, infections during pregnancy can lead to premature delivery, infection of the newborn, or even stillbirth.