November 2024 Recalls So Far: Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination Across Multiple Food Products

So far in November, all of these recalls are due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination and involve a range of products, including mushrooms, cheeses, and prepared sandwiches. These recalls are being issued as a precaution to prevent potential health risks. Listeria monocytogenes poses a significant threat to individuals with weakened immune systems, including young children, elderly adults, and pregnant women. While healthy individuals may experience mild symptoms such as fever, headache, and nausea, the infection can cause severe complications in vulnerable groups, including miscarriage, stillbirth, or life-threatening illnesses.¹

HH Fresh Trading Corp Recalls Taiwan Enoki Mushrooms

November 2, 2024: HH Fresh Trading Corp of California has issued a voluntary recall of its 200g Taiwan Enoki mushrooms due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause serious health risks, especially for vulnerable populations. The recall affects Enoki mushrooms sold in retail locations in West Virginia on August 20 and August 23, 2024.¹

The recall follows routine FDA testing, which detected Listeria monocytogenes in the affected product batch. Although no illnesses have been reported, the company is advising consumers who have purchased the affected Enoki mushrooms (packaged in 200-gram clear plastic containers marked with barcode #4711498860019) to return them for a full refund.¹

Savencia Cheese USA Recalls Select Soft Ripened Cheeses

November 5, 2024: Savencia Cheese USA has expanded its voluntary recall of select soft-ripened cheeses due to potential contamination with Listeria. This expanded recall includes several Brie and Camembert cheeses, manufactured at the company’s Lena facility. The affected products were distributed on a limited regional basis in the US.²

Recalled Products:²

• Aldi Emporium Selection Brie (12/8oz) – Best Buy Date: 12/24/2024
• Supreme Oval Brie (7oz) – Best Buy Date: 12/24/2024
• La Bonne Vie Brie (6/8oz) – Best Buy Date: 12/24/2024
• La Bonne Vie Camembert (6/8oz) – Best Buy Date: 12/24/2024
• Industrial Brie (12/8oz) – Best Buy Date: 12/24/2024
• Market Basket Brie (6/8oz) – Best Buy Date: 12/24/2024
• Glenview Farms Spreadable Brie (2/3lb) – Best Buy Date: 1/13/2025

These products, manufactured with a September 30, 2024, production date, were identified through routine testing after possible contamination was detected in processing equipment at the Lena facility. Although finished product testing did not confirm contamination, the company has initiated the recall as a precautionary measure to protect public health.²

CIBUS Fresh Recalls Autumn Turkey Sandwiches

November 8, 2024: CIBUS Fresh, based in Noblesville, Indiana, is recalling select Autumn Turkey Sandwiches due to potential contamination with Listeria, linked to Glenview Farms Spreadable Brie, a product from a supplier. The affected sandwiches were distributed under the labels CIBUS Fresh, Jack & Olive, and Sprig and Sprout, and sold in six states: Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Ohio, and Tennessee.³

Recalled Products:³

• CF Autumn Turkey Sandwich (9.65oz) – Expiration Date: 11/02/24 to 11/09/24
• J&O Autumn Turkey Sandwich (9.65oz) – Expiration Date: 11/02/24 to 11/09/24
• S&S Autumn Turkey Sandwich (9.65oz) – Expiration Date: 11/03/24 to 11/09/24

CIBUS Fresh has ceased production and distribution of sandwiches containing the affected Glenview Farms Spreadable Brie. No other products from CIBUS Fresh are part of this recall.³

Consumers are advised to check for any affected products and follow the recall instructions to reduce potential health risks. While no illnesses have been reported in connection with these products, these recalls are being conducted as a preventive measure. For more information, affected consumers should contact the retailer or manufacturer directly.

References

1. HH Fresh Trading Corp Recalls Taiwan Enoki 200gx25pk Because of Possible Health Risk. FDA Recalls. November 2, 2024. Accessed November 12, 2024. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/hh-fresh-trading-corp-recalls-taiwan-enoki-200gx25pk-because-possible-health-risk

2. Savencia Cheese USA Announces an Expanded Voluntary Recall of Select Soft Ripened Cheeses. FDA Recalls. November 5, 2024. Accessed November 12, 2024. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/savencia-cheese-usa-announces-expanded-voluntary-recall-select-soft-ripened-cheeses

3. CIBUS Fresh, is Recalling CIBUS Fresh Products Containing Glenview Farms Spreadable Brie, 2/3lb Due to Supplier Notification of a Possible Listeria Monocytogenes. FDA Recalls. November 8, 2024. Accessed November 12, 2024. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/cibus-fresh-recalling-cibus-fresh-products-containing-glenview-farms-spreadable-brie-23lb-due