Menands, New York Company Recalling Milk Products Following Possibility of Improper Pasteurization

The FDA recently released a press release concerning Midland Farms in Menands, NY and the recall of a small amount of fluid milk products.  There is a question of improper pasteurization, and the company decided to recall these products in order to prevent risks of illness in consumers in case there is any potential danger.  Properly pasteurizing milk products eliminates bacteria such as salmonella and Listeria, which can cause food poisoning and serious complications in some individuals.

The products recalled by Midland Farms were distributed in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island.  The brand names involved include Corrado’s Market, Midland Farms, Jersey Dairy Farms and Trade Fair Premium.  All products involved in this voluntary recall possess a plant code of 36-1661.

An inspection took place on September 7th in which a potential problem was detected by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets’ milk inspectors.  While it is not known that any risk does exist or that any bacteria is in the products in question, inspectors did find a failure of pasteurization equipment at the Menands facility.  The recall was issued as a precautionary measure, and no illnesses have been reported thus far.

The products involved in this latest recall include:

Gallons:
“Midland Farms Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Midland Farms Reduced Fat, 2% Milk Fat Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Midland Farms Low Fat, 1% Milk Fat Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Midland Farms Fat Free Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Corrado’s Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Corrado’s Market Reduced Fat, 2% Milk Fat Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Corrado’s Market Low Fat 1% Milk Fat Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Corrado’s Market Fat Free Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Jersey Dairy Farms Vitamin D Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Trade Fair Premium Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Trade Fair Premium Reduced Fat, 2% Milk Fat Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Trade Fair Premium Low Fat, 1% Milk Fat Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Trade Fair Premium Fat Free Milk” with the date code SEP24

Half-Gallons:
“Midland Farms Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Midland Farms Reduced Fat, 2% Milk Fat Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Midland Farms Low Fat, 1% Milk Fat Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Midland Farms Fat Free Milk” with the date code SEP24

“Jersey Dairy Farms Vitamin D Milk” with the date code SEP24

Quarts:
“Midland Farms Fresh Whole Milk” with SELLBY 9/24/10

“Midland Farms Reduced Fat Milk” with SELLBY 9/24/10

“Midland Farms Fresh Low Fat Milk” with SELLBY 9/24/10

“Midland Farms Fresh Fat Free Milk” with SELLBY 9/24/10

Pints:
“Midland Farms Whole Milk” with SELLBY 9/24/10

Consumers are urged not to consume any of these products even if they appear to smell fresh, and to discard of the milk products or return them to the place of purchase.  Midland Farms can be contacted directly at 518-436-7038 if consumers have questions or concerns.

Salmonella, listeria, E. coli and other bacteria usually produce symptoms similar to those of a common stomach flu.  These symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal cramps.  Those most at risk of developing serious complications from food poisoning include young children, the frail or elderly, pregnant women and individuals with a weakened immune system.  Seek medical attention if you develop any symptoms listed above after consuming foods possibly tainted with bacteria.

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Learn more about foodborne illnesses at the CDC website.

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California Company Recalls 37,318 Pounds of Peppers Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

A California company is recalling 37,318 lbs. of pepper products that were distributed between March 15th of this year and May 6th.  Miravalle Foods, Inc. recalled their Miravalle Chile California and Miravalle Chile Nuevo Mexico brands of peppers due to possible salmonella food poisoning contamination.  These peppers were distributed to customers in CA, CO, UT, NC, NE, ID, OR and NV.

These products were distributed to only a small group of customers through distributors, retail stores and direct delivery, and include the following:

3oz. (UPC Code: 7 12810-00301 & 7 12810-00304)
6 oz. (UPC Code: 7 12810-60001 & 7 1280-60004)
8oz. (UPC Code: 7 12810-00802 & 7 12810-00803)
16 oz. (UPC Code: 7 12810-16005 & 7 12810-16007)

The products are packaged in clear plastic under the “Miravalle Chile California & Miravalle Chile Nuevo Mexico” Brand names and in bulk 25lb. boxes.

A random sample of the products revealed the presence of salmonella following lab analysis conducted by the US Food and Drug Administration.   Miravalle Foods, Inc. is located in El Monte, California.  Consumers who have purchased any of the products involved in this recall are asked to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.  Questions or concerns can be directed to the company at 1-626-575-7551 between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm PST Monday through Friday.

While salmonella food poisoning usually produces only mild symptoms, in some cases it can be fatal.  Symptoms include abdominal pain and fever, diarrhea, and vomiting.  Those most at risk for serious complications include children, those with a compromised immune system and the elderly.  If you have eaten any of the above products and become ill, see your doctor at once.

Those who become seriously ill after consuming foods contaminated with salmonella may have legal rights.  To discuss your situation and learn if you may be entitled to compensation for medical or other costs related to your illness, contact a New York food poisoning attorney.

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Egg Recall Grows; Additional Company Linked to Outbreak

What began as a recall of 228 million shell eggs recalled due to possible salmonella contamination has now grown to 500 million, and an additional corporation has been added to the list.  It was first reported the Wright County Egg was thought to be the source of the tainted shell eggs; now, Hillandale Farms has been implicated as well.   The two companies seem to have a close connection which includes part of their egg production operations.

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While there have still been no deaths tied to this outbreak, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates  that there have been 1,953 illnesses across the nation caused by the same strain of salmonella since August 19th.

The Associated Press reported the apparent link between Wright County Egg and Hillandale Farms.  Mary Clare Jalonick reported that both companies are share suppliers of chickens and feed.  She also went on to say that Wright County Egg and Hillandale Farms have ties to a business located in Iowa that is routinely cited for violating both state and federal laws.

Jewanna Porter, a spokeswoman for the egg industry, said that Quality Egg supplies chickens and feed to both companies, and that they share other unnamed suppliers.

Here is a breakdown of illnesses across the nation thus far:

California – 266 cases of salmonella confirmed, 43 of these in Los Angeles County.

Colorado – 28 cases reported during June and July.  Colorado usually has only 7 cases on average reported during this time period; some of these recent illnesses were associated with a restaurant in Jefferson County called The Fort.

Minnesota – 14 cases linked to two restaurant outbreaks.  One restaurant involved is relatively new; the eggs at Mi Rancho Mexican restaurant are linked to Hillandale Farms.

Southern Nevada – Since January, 30 cases have been reported which is quadruple the number usually reported.

Texas – Since mid-May, over 150 cases of salmonella food poisoning have been reported in at least 40 counties; investigations are ongoing to determine how many of these illnesses are related to Wright County Eggs.

Wisconsin – A restaurant in Kenosha, Baker Street Restaurant and Pub, is thought to be the source of 21 salmonella illnesses.

There are likely many illnesses that have not been reported, and numbers could continue to grow for some time.  Salmonella food poisoning is characterized by abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea and occasional fever. While most cases are not serious, some individuals may be at a higher risk of developing serious complications.  These individuals include young children, those with weakened immune systems, and the elderly.

If you become ill with symptoms you suspect are related to salmonella tainted eggs, contact Brown Chiari, a highly-regarded Buffalo NY food poisoning attorney. Also serving as Buffalo injury attorneys in New York.

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