USDA Recalls Over 167,000 Pounds of Meat Due to Falsified Inspection Labels
More than 167,000 pounds of raw pork, beef, and goat are being recalled nationwide by Star Meat Delivery Inc., based in Lucama, North Carolina, due to falsified USDA inspection stickers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that the products were not properly inspected by federal authorities. The meat in question was produced on various dates before September 22 and bears an establishment number, EST. 1363, which the agency states does not have a federal grant of inspection. The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) discovered the issue during routine checks. The agency warns that food produced without proper inspection may contain undeclared allergens, harmful bacteria, or other contaminants. While there have been no confirmed reports of illnesses or injuries, consumers are advised to discard or return the misbranded products. Star Meat Delivery Inc. has stated that the establishment number was legitimately reserved as part of their USDA application process, which is still underw...