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New Update On Food Recalls Ahead Of Thanksgiving New Update On Food Recalls Ahead Of Thanksgiving
New Update On Food Recalls Ahead Of Thanksgiving With Thanksgiving meals just a day away, there are concerns over the nation's food supply after multiple major recalls the last few days. Federal authorities are now saying that all products linked to the outbreaks are off the shelves and products currently being sold are safe to eat. After a deadly E. coli outbreak, a California-based company pulled bagged organic carrots from such popular retailers as Whole Foods, Walmart and Trader Joe's.  For the latest info from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), click here. In a Listeria outbreak linked to meat and poultry pr…
1 Dead, Dozens Sickened In 18 States, Including MA, From E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Carrots 1 Dead, Dozens Sickened In 18 States, Including MA, From E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Carrots
1 Dead, Dozens Sickened In 18 States, Including MA, From E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Carrots An E. coli outbreak linked to carrots has left one person dead and sickened 39 people in 18 states. Click here for a new, updated story: Recall Involving Bagged Carrots Expanded: See List Of Supermarkets, Products The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) says the infections have come from multiple brands of recalled organic whole bagged carrots and baby carrots sold by Grimmway Farms, which is based in Bakersfield, California.  "Carrots on store shelves right now are likely not affected but may be in people's homes," the CDC said. "If you have any recalled carrots…
Recall Of 11.7M Pounds Of Meat, Poultry: List Of Affected Schools Released State-By-State Recall Of 11.7M Pounds Of Meat, Poultry: List Of Affected Schools Released State-By-State
Recall Of 11.7M Pounds Of Meat, Poultry: List Of Affected Schools Released State-By-State A preliminary list has been released of schools that received items that were part of a nationwide recall of millions of pounds of meat and poultry products over fears they may be contaminated with Listeria. The initial recall involving the manufacturer, Bruce Pac, was for 9,986,245 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) products sold at Walmart, Target, Amazon, Trader Joe's, 7-Eleven, Aldi, and other stores. It was announced on Wednesday, Oct. 9. Earlier this week, the recall was expanded to include 11,765,285 pounds of products, the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspectio…
Trader Joe's Recalling 653K Scented Candles Sold Nationwide Due To Possible Fire Hazard: CPSC Trader Joe's Recalling 653K Scented Candles Sold Nationwide Due To Possible Fire Hazard: CPSC
Trader Joe's Recalling 653K Scented Candles Sold Nationwide Due To Possible Fire Hazard: Cpsc Trader Joe's is cautioning customers to trash a certain scented candle that poses a potential safety risk, the grocery giant announced. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a fresh alert this week regarding its "Mango Tangerine Scented Candle," which they say may have an "unexpected burn pattern." In July, the company issued an alert about the products. According to Trader Joe's officials, the candle flame can spread from the wick to the wax causing a larger than expected flame, presenting a burn or fire risk. Trader Joe’s Mango Tangerine Scented Candle Trader…
Trader Joe's Recalling Candles Sold Nationwide Due To Possible Safety Risks Trader Joe's Recalling Candles Sold Nationwide Due To Possible Safety Risks
Trader Joe's Recalling Candles Sold Nationwide Due To Possible Safety Risks Trader Joe's is cautioning customers to trash a certain scented candle that poses a potential safety risk, the grocery giant announced. The company issued an alert regarding its "Mango Tangerine Scented Candle," which they say may have an "unexpected burn pattern." According to Trader Joe's officials, the candle flame can spread from the wick to the wax causing a larger than expected flame, presenting a burn or fire risk. Trader Joe’s Mango Tangerine Scented Candle Trader Joe's The recalled candles, which are part of the company's seasonal rotation were sold nationwide. The pr…
Trader Joe's Recalling Basil Due To Salmonella Outbreak Trader Joe's Recalling Basil Due To Salmonella Outbreak
Trader Joe's Recalling Basil Due To Salmonella Outbreak Trader Joe's is recalling Infinite Herbs-brand organic basil that was sold across the country in 2.5-ounce clamshell packaging due to concerns of Salmonella contamination. This week, the supermarket giant issued an alert cautioning shoppers in 29 states, as well as Washington, DC, not to consume the product as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) investigates a reported outbreak of Salmonella. Trader Joes is recalling Infinite Herbs Organic Basil FDA According to the FDA, "Trader Joe’s has already voluntarily removed all Infinite Herbs-brand organic basil packed in 2.5-oz clamshell pa…
Rocks Found In Trader Joe's Chicken Meal: USDA Rocks Found In Trader Joe's Chicken Meal: USDA
Rocks Found In Trader Joe's Chicken Meal: USDA The USDA has issued a warning to consumers after rocks were found inside a prepackaged chicken meal from Trader Joe's.  The ready-to-eat chicken 14-ounce packages are labeled as "Trader Joe's Chicken, Lentil and Caramelized Onion Pilaf with Saffron Basmati Rice, Dark Chicken Meat, Dates, and Golden Raisins." At least one person damaged their teeth after biting down on a rock while eating the meal, and others have reported finding foreign objects in the product to the Food Safety and Inspection Service, the USDA said in its alert on Wednesday, Feb. 7.  The affected produ…
Possible Presence Of Metal Leads To Trader Joe's Fifth Recall In 4 Weeks Possible Presence Of Metal Leads To Trader Joe's Fifth Recall In 4 Weeks
Possible Presence Of Metal Leads To Trader Joe's Fifth Recall In 4 Weeks A brand-new recall has been announced by a popular grocery store chain -- its fifth in four weeks. Trader Joe's has announced that multigrain crackers with sunflower and flax seeds with Best If Used By dates of "03/01/24 – 03/05/24" may contain metal. No injuries have been reported to date, and all potentially affected product has been removed from sale and destroyed. If you purchased or received any donations of Multigrain Crackers with Sunflower and Flax Seeds, please do not eat them. We urge you to discard the product or return it to any Trader Joe’s for a full refund. Earlier report…
New Trader Joe's Recalls: Soup May Contain Insects, Falafel Could Have Rocks New Trader Joe's Recalls: Soup May Contain Insects, Falafel Could Have Rocks
New Trader Joe's Recalls: Soup May Contain Insects, Falafel Could Have Rocks Two new recalls have been issued for products at grocery store chain Trader Joe’s because of the possible presence of foreign material. The company said it has been alerted by its supplier of Trader Joe’s Unexpected Broccoli Cheddar Soup (SKU# 68470) that products with use-by dates between 07/18/23 – 09/15/23 may contain insects. (See the first image above.) "No known adverse health effects have been reported to date, and all potentially affected product has been removed from sale and destroyed," the company said. The other product now being recalled is fully-cooked falafel (SKU# 9393…
Trader Joe's Issues Recall For Cookies Due To Possible Presence Of Rocks Trader Joe's Issues Recall For Cookies Due To Possible Presence Of Rocks
Trader Joe's Issues Recall For Cookies Due To Possible Presence Of Rocks A recall has been issued for cookie products due to the possible presence of rocks. Grocery store chain Trader Joe’s said it has been alerted by a supplier of the issue involving two of its products: Almond Windmill Cookies: SELL BY 10/19/23 through 10/21/23 Dark Chocolate Chunk and Almond Cookies: SELL BY 10/17/23 through 10/21/23 All potentially affected product has been removed from sale and destroyed. "If you purchased or received any donations of Almond Windmill Cookies and/or Dark Chocolate Chunk and Almond Cookies, please do not eat them," Trader Joe's said in an announcement. "We …
Recall Issued For Frozen Fruit Products Due To Possible Listeria Contamination Recall Issued For Frozen Fruit Products Due To Possible Listeria Contamination
Recall Issued For Frozen Fruit Products Due To Possible Listeria Contamination A recall has been issued for specific frozen fruit products linked to pineapple provided by a third-party supplier due to the potential of Listeria contamination. SunOpta Inc’s subsidiary, Sunrise Growers Inc., issued the voluntary recall on Wednesday, June 21. The following products were distributed by these retailers: Whole Foods: 365 Organic Tropical Fruit Medley, 365 Organic Pineapple Chunks, 365 Pineapple Chunks, 365 Organic Whole Strawberries, 365 Organic Slice Strawberries, and Bananas, and 365 Organic Blackberries distributed to select stores throughout the US from Nov. 1, 2…
And The Winner Is: Website Reveals Results Of Comparison Of Grocery Giants Whole Foods, Wegmans And The Winner Is: Website Reveals Results Of Comparison Of Grocery Giants Whole Foods, Wegmans
And The Winner Is: Website Reveals Results Of Comparison Of Grocery Giants Whole Foods, Wegmans It was a supermarket showdown and there could only be one winner. Grocery giants Whole Foods and Wegmans found themselves under the microscope during recent visits by Business Insider reporter Mary Meisenzahl, who wanted to find out which store was more worthy of her dollar. First up was Wegmans, the Rochester, New York-based regional chain of grocery stores that has 109 stores throughout the Northeast. Meisenzahl touted the large selection of pre-made salad bowls and expansive array of produce, including harder to find items like starfruit, jackfruit, and cherimoya. She also praised the…
Massachusetts Trader Joe's Becomes First To Unionize: 'This Victory Is Historic' Massachusetts Trader Joe's Becomes First To Unionize: 'This Victory Is Historic'
Massachusetts Trader Joe's Becomes First To Unionize: 'This Victory Is Historic' Employees at a Trader Joe's in Western Massachusetts are celebrating as they became the first store to form a union at their company. "This victory is historic, but not a surprise," Trader Joe's United said in a statement on Twitter. "Despite the company's best efforts to bust us, our majority have never wavered." The union vote passed 45-31 at a store in Hadley with 81 Trader Joe's employees casting their votes, Boston.com reports. The next step is to negotiate a contract with the company.  WE WON!!! pic.twitter.com/T0lXTtOykp — Trader Joe's United (@TraderJoesUnite) July 28, 2022 "W…