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Newsweek
3 days ago
- Health
- Newsweek
Public Health Alert Issued Over Ham Salad: 'Should Be Thrown Away'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Americans have been warned to throw away ham salad products because of potential bacterial contamination. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued a public health alert on Sunday because of concerns that the products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. "These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase," the alert said. Newsweek has contacted Newly Weds Foods and Reser's Fine Foods for comment. Why It Matters The FSIS was established to prevent foodborne illnesses and uphold food safety standards, and the agency issues product recalls or public health alerts if it determines that certain food items may pose a health risk. "Listeriosis can cause fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions sometimes preceded by diarrhea or other gastrointestinal symptoms," FSIS said in its public health alert. It added, "Persons in the higher-risk categories who experience flu-like symptoms within two months after eating contaminated food should seek medical care and tell the health care provider about eating the contaminated food." What To Know The FSIS issued its public health alert for ham salad products containing breadcrumb products regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that have been recalled by Newly Weds Foods over concerns that they may be contaminated with listeria. Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious, and in some cases fatal, infections—particularly in pregnant individuals, newborns, older adults and those with weakened immune systems. The products included in the public health alert are these: 12-ounce printed plastic tubs labeled "RESER'S FINE FOODS Ham Salad" with a sell-by date of September 1, 2025 5-pound clear plastic tubs labeled "Molly's Kitchen Ham Salad" with a sell-by date of August 31, 2025 The issue came to light when Reser's Fine Foods Inc., based in Topeka, Kansas, determined it had used a breadcrumb product regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that was subject to an FDA recall issued over a potential listeria contamination. FSIS warned that some of the affected products may still be in consumers' or retailers' refrigerators or freezers. Consumers who purchased the recalled ham salad are urged not to consume it. Retailers are advised not to sell or serve the products. Instead, the items should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase. At the time of the announcement, there had been no confirmed reports of illness linked to the affected products. However, FSIS advised that anyone concerned about potential illness should contact a health care provider. What Happens Next Consumers with questions about food safety can contact the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or email MPHotline@
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
German condiments firm Develey sells US factory to Newly Weds Foods
Develey Mustard & Condiments Corp., a subsidiary of Germany's Develey Senf & Feinkost (Develey), is selling its US production facility to Newly Weds Foods. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. With the sale of the plant in Dyersburg, Tennessee, Develey said in a statement it is 'strategically realigning its business model in the US' and is 'sharpening its focus on sales and brand management'. Develey suggested the disposal of the facility is also part of a manufacturing agreement between the two companies, adding it will "remain actively involved in production through a close partnership with Newly Weds Foods as a co-producer". Michael Durach, the chairman of the board of Develey Mustard and Condiments Corp., said in the statement the partnership 'lays the foundation for an even more focused, growth-oriented business model in the US market'. Durach explained that the alliance 'allows both companies to benefit from each other's production expertise and infrastructure', while Develey focuses on its 'strengths in brand development, expansion of our private-label business, sales, and customer relations'. The operational business of Develey Mustard & Condiments Corp. will remain unchanged post the transaction, with the company continuing to serve its current retail and co-packing clients, according to the statement. Develey, which owns the Löwensenf and Bautz'ner brands, confirmed to Just Food that all employees of Develey Mustard & Condiments Corp. will be taken on by Newly Weds Foods. The Dyersburg facility will be integrated into Newly Weds Foods' production network, with plans to start manufacturing of its own products from the site in early 2026. For its part, Newly Weds Foods said in a separate statement that the acquisition will allow it to 'further enhance' its capabilities in producing liquids, and at the same time expand its packaging options to include PC cups, sachets, and bag-in-box pouches. Newly Weds Foods is backed by venture-capital firm Redwood Holdings. Based in Chicago, the company produces seasonings, sauces and ingredients for the foodservice channel and food manufacturers. It operates 17 plants in North America, along with another 13 in the UK, China, India, Poland, Australia and New Zealand, Thailand and the Philippines, according to the Newly Weds Foods statement. The Dyersburg plant acquisition brings the total to 31. Newly Weds Foods' president and CEO Brian Johnson said: 'The integration of the Dyersburg facility reinforces our commitment to expanding our presence in the dynamic sauce segment. "Sauces have proven to be a perfect complement to our coatings, seasoning, and functional ingredient offerings, and they allow us to provide our customers with a total innovation solution for their products." Newly Weds Foods added the "investment" will 'expand' the company's capacity to provide sauces to quick-service restaurants and the food ingredients market. "German condiments firm Develey sells US factory to Newly Weds Foods " was originally created and published by Just Food, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
