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The Journal
3 days ago
- Health
- The Journal
FSAI orders recall of another two spinach products affected by Listeria monocytogenes
THE FOOD SAFETY Authority of Ireland has issued another warning to the public about spinach products that may contain the harmful bacteria Listeria monocytogenes. The FSAI said this afternoon that it issued a recall of two products from McCormack Family Farms. The recalled products are McCormack Family Farms Irish Spinach Leaves 500g (batches L199, L200, L202, L203, L204, L205) and Fresh Choice Market Spinach Leaves 100g with use-by dates ranging from 25 to 31 July. Two spinach products recalled by the FSAI FSAI FSAI The two spinach products are the latest to be added to a long list of similar products recalled by the FSAI yesterday . The full list of the dates of those affected products is available on the FSAI website . Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale in stores. Last week, an 'extensive outbreak' of Listeria monocytogenes resulted in the recall of over 140 ready-made meals produced by Ballymaguire Foods. The meals were produced for a number of major supermarkets in Ireland. Advertisement Medical professionals are currently investigating the death of an adult with confirmed listeriosis, with nine people confirmed as having the infection. The FSAI said today that there is 'currently no evidence' that the spinach and mixed leaves recalls are linked with last week's listeriosis outbreak linked to the ready-to-heat meals, which is currently under investigation. The food safety watchdog acknowledged consumers may be anxious at the news of a second series of recalls involving Listeria monocytogenes. It said: 'While we urge people to be aware of the risks, and to take precautions when using ready-to-eat foods, they can be assured that there is a robust food control system in place in Ireland, which contributed to the identification of the latest need for a recall.' Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days. Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated products. Retailers are requested to remove the implicated products from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale. Wholesalers and distributors are requested to contact their affected customers and recall the implicated products and provide a point-of-sale recall notice to their retailer customers. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
The Journal
4 days ago
- Health
- The Journal
Various branded spinach and mixed leaves recalled due to detection of listeria
THE FOOD SAFETY Authority of Ireland has recalled six different spinach and mixed leaves products due to the detection of listeria monocytogenes. The six products are produced by McCormack Family Farms. The products are as follows: McCormack Family Farms Energise Super Mix 100g; McCormack Family Farms Irish Spinach Leaves 100g, 200g & 250g (various dates); McCormack Family Farms Mixed Leaves 75g; McCormack Family Farms Baby Leaves 100g & 200g; Tesco Mild Spinach 350g; Egan's Irish Baby Spinach 250g. The full list of dates is available on the FSAI website . Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale in stores. Advertisement The recall of the products due to the possible presence of listeria follows an 'extensive outbreak' of listeria that resulted in the recall of over 140 ready-made meals produced by Ballymaguire Foods. The meals were produced for a number of major supermarkets in Ireland. One person died as a result of listeriosis, while as of Tuesday, nine people were confirmed to have the infection. Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days. Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated products. Retailers are requested to remove the implicated products from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale. Wholesalers and distributors are requested to contact their affected customers and recall the implicated products and provide a point-of-sale recall notice to their retailer customers. Caterers should not use the implicated products. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
The Journal
16-06-2025
- Health
- The Journal
Customers warned batch of Dunnes Stores apple pie mispacked with almond pie
THE FOOD SAFETY Authority of Ireland has warned customers that a batch of Dunnes Stores' 'Luxury Apple Pie' is being recalled due to a mispacking issue. Some packs of the product have been mispacked with the company's 'Luxury Pear and Almond Pie', posing a serious risk to consumers who may have an allergy or intolerance of almonds. Advertisement The implicated product. FSAI FSAI The almonds are not declared on the product's label. Customers should not eat the implicated batch, the FSAI has warned. The batch code of the affected batch is 242, with a best before date of 16/06/2025. The product originates in Ireland. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
