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Frozen Pasta Product Recalled from Walmart Stores Due to Listeria Contamination Risk

Frozen Pasta Product Recalled from Walmart Stores Due to Listeria Contamination Risk

Over 1,000 cases of a frozen pasta product, Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine, have been recalled due to potential Listeria contamination. The recall was initiated by Gias Foods of New York and affects products sold at Walmart stores nationwide, including in New York. Consumers can identify the recalled pasta by its yellow plastic packaging, UPC: 194346442706, lot numbers L6079C, L6080C, or L6081A, and expiration dates of September 19, 20, or 21, 2027. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advises consumers who have purchased this product to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

FDA Amends Food Standards to Allow Salt Substitutes in 139 Products

FDA Amends Food Standards to Allow Salt Substitutes in 139 Products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a final rule that permits the use of salt substitutes in 139 foods with existing standards of identity (SOI). Previously, these SOIs either required or allowed the addition of salt (sodium chloride) but did not explicitly permit the use of salt substitutes. This regulatory change is designed to provide food manufacturers with greater flexibility to reduce sodium content in their products. The FDA's action aligns with its broader multi-phase Voluntary Sodium Reduction Goals, which aim to encourage the food industry to gradually decrease sodium levels across the U.S. food supply. The amendment addresses a long-standing limitation where specific SOIs, which detail required and optional ingredients and sometimes production methods, restricted the use of alternatives to sodium chloride.

Smithfield Foods Seeks Associate R Technologist for Product Development and Commercialization

Smithfield Foods Seeks Associate R Technologist for Product Development and Commercialization

Smithfield Foods Seeks Associate R Technologist for Product Development and Commercialization

New Research Indicates Regenerative Organic Food is More Nutritious Than Conventional Counterparts

New Research Indicates Regenerative Organic Food is More Nutritious Than Conventional Counterparts

A new report from the Regenerative Organic Alliance (ROA) and food-testing company Edacious reveals that food grown to Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC) standards is measurably more nutritious than conventionally grown food. Lab analyses of dozens of ROC products showed higher levels of omega-3s in ground beef, increased phosphorus content in legumes, and a significantly lower omega-6 to omega-3 ratio in meat compared to USDA reference values. For instance, ROC ground beef exhibited 124% to 388% higher omega-3 levels than the USDA reference. Additionally, all ten legumes tested demonstrated 16% to 584% more phosphorus than their USDA counterparts, with some also qualifying as rich sources of selenium. This research, which is in its first year of a four-year partnership, aims to provide concrete data supporting the claim that healthier soil leads to healthier food. Brands like Niman Ranch, Patagonia Provisions, Lundberg, and Charcutnuvo are participating in this testing, which goes beyond standard nutrit...

Schwan’s Company Seeks Machine Operator II in Florence, Kentucky

Schwan’s Company Seeks Machine Operator II in Florence, Kentucky

Schwan’s Company Seeks Machine Operator II in Florence, Kentucky

FDA Issues Class I Recall for Frozen Fettuccine Due to Listeria Contamination

FDA Issues Class I Recall for Frozen Fettuccine Due to Listeria Contamination

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class I recall for bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine, a frozen pasta product. This is the highest level of recall, indicating a reasonable probability that consumption could lead to serious adverse health consequences or death. The recall, initiated by Gias Foods of New York, affects two specific lots of the 22-ounce yellow plastic packages with UPC 194346442706, marked with lot numbers L6079C or L6080C and an expiration date between September 19, 2027, and September 20, 2027. The contamination with Listeria monocytogenes was discovered through a routine sampling program conducted by the Washington State Department of Agriculture and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. A total of 1,174 cases of the Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine were withdrawn from shelves on September 24.

FDA Expands Frozen Berry Recall Due to E. Coli Contamination in Walmart and Trader Joe's Products

FDA Expands Frozen Berry Recall Due to E. Coli Contamination in Walmart and Trader Joe's Products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced an expanded recall of frozen berries, including products sold at Walmart and Trader Joe's, due to potential contamination with E. Coli O145 bacteria. This expansion follows an initial recall in July involving Publix products and a subsequent expansion in September to include more Walmart items. The latest recall, announced on October 2, includes additional lots of Great Value frozen Organic Triple Berry Blend and Great Value frozen Organic Blueberries from Walmart, as well as one lot of Trader Joe’s frozen Organic Mixed Berry Blend. The contamination has been traced back to frozen blueberries from the July incident. The affected Walmart products were shipped to stores in 30 states and Puerto Rico, while the Trader Joe's products were distributed to select stores in 26 states and the District of Columbia. The broader outbreak has resulted in 17 reported illnesses and six hospitalizations, though these specific cases have not yet been linked to the mo...

Sugarcane Process Decaffeination Offers Healthier Alternative for Coffee Lovers

Sugarcane Process Decaffeination Offers Healthier Alternative for Coffee Lovers

Sugarcane Process Decaffeination Offers Healthier Alternative for Coffee Lovers

FDA Issues Recalls and Warnings for Various Drugs, Including Amazon Acetaminophen and Compounded Glutathione

FDA Issues Recalls and Warnings for Various Drugs, Including Amazon Acetaminophen and Compounded Glutathione

The FDA has issued several drug recalls and warnings, highlighting concerns over manufacturing practices, product quality, and potential health risks. Among the recalled products are Amazon Acetaminophen Extra Strength Caplets, due to consumer complaints of discolored tablets, and compounded glutathione from Greenwich Rx Compounding Pharmacy, which is under recall for potential elevated endotoxin levels. Other recalls include Benzoyl Peroxide Wash for microbial contamination, Clindamycin Phosphate Foam for defective containers, and Estradiol Gel for empty or partially filled packets. Additionally, FOCUS PI Hypromellose eye drops and K.C. Pharma's various eye drop brands are being recalled due to a lack of assurance of sterility. The FDA also issued warnings regarding unapproved skin-lightening creams, Orbi 20 Whitening Cream and Omni Gold Anti-Marks Cream, found to be contaminated with mercury. These actions are part of the FDA's ongoing efforts to ensure drug safety and compliance with federal regulations...

Stakeholder Foods Launches 3D-Printed Plant-Based Meat Products in Northeastern U.S. Retailers

Stakeholder Foods Launches 3D-Printed Plant-Based Meat Products in Northeastern U.S. Retailers

Stakeholder Foods Launches 3D-Printed Plant-Based Meat Products in Northeastern U.S. Retailers

Pediatrician Group Warns Against Raw Milk Consumption, Citing Serious Infection Risks and Lack of Health Benefits

Pediatrician Group Warns Against Raw Milk Consumption, Citing Serious Infection Risks and Lack of Health Benefits

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has issued an updated policy statement warning against the consumption of unpasteurized (raw) milk and milk products. The AAP emphasizes that raw dairy poses serious infection risks, particularly for children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding individuals, and states that claims of superior health benefits for raw milk lack scientific support. The organization highlights that pasteurized milk offers equivalent health benefits without the added risk of infection. Raw milk can harbor virulent pathogens such as Listeria, Campylobacter, Salmonella, Brucella, and Escherichia coli. From 2013 to 2018, 75 outbreaks linked to unpasteurized milk products resulted in 675 illnesses, 98 hospitalizations, and two deaths, with nearly half of those affected being under 20 years old. The AAP also notes H5N1 avian flu as an emerging concern, with the virus found in nearly a quarter of raw milk samples in states affected by the 2024 dairy cattle outbreak, though pasteurization effecti...

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Texas Tech announces nearly $30M USDA grant for Davis College

Texas Tech announces nearly $30M USDA grant for Davis College

Texas Tech received a $28.9M federal grant to establish the Food Science, Safety, and Workforce Development Complex in the new Davis College Flagship Building.