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Recall of several batches of spinach leaves due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes

Thursday, 01 August 2024

Alert Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2024.36
Product Identification: Please see table below.
Batch Code Please see table below.
Country Of Origin: Sweden

Message:

McCormack Family Farms is recalling the below batches of spinach leaves due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes.
Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.

Product Name Pack size Batch code Expiry date / Display until
McCormack Family Farms Spinach Leaves 60g,100g,120g,250g, 500g 204,205,206,208 29/07/2024,30/07/2024,31/07/2024,01/08/2024,02/08/2024,03/8/2024
McCormack Family Farms Baby Leaves Spinach 60g,100g,120g,250g,500g 204,205,206,208 29/07/2024,30/07/2024,31/07/2024,01/08/2024,02/08/2024,03/8/2024
Supervalu Spinach Unwashed 250g  205 and 206; M10208P1, M10308P1   - 
Fresh Choice Market Spinach  100g 204  - 

 

Nature Of Danger:

Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.  In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly.  The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.  

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.

McCormack Family Farms Spinach packets
Supervalu and Fresh Choice Market Spinach packs