RECALL: Pickled seafoods sold in stores and on Facebook

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09-07-2025

People are being advised not to consume pickled whelks and lobsters by Fermes Belles-Amours Inc. (MAPAQ)
People are being advised not to consume pickled whelks and lobster packaged in glass jars and sold at room temperature by Fermes Belles-Amours Inc.
'These products could promote the growth of Clostridium botulinum bacteria,' said the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ).
The items affected include pickled whelks (140 g) and pickled lobster (145 g) sold until July 7, 2025.
MAPAQ explains that the items were sold by the retailer, on Facebook and various other establishments.
'Anyone who has one of these products in their possession is advised not to consume it,' the agency notes. 'They should return it to the establishment where they purchased it or throw it away.'
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People are being advised not to consume pickled whelks and lobsters by Fermes Belles-Amours Inc. (MAPAQ)
Anyone with symptoms related to the consumption of the products is advised to consult a health care professional.
'Even if the products in question show no signs of spoilage or have no suspicious odour, consuming them may pose a health risk,' MAPAQ states.
The agency says no cases of illness have been reported.