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FoodUpdated

Berlin Seeds Recalls Alfalfa Sprouting Seed Because of Possible Health Risk

Berlin Seeds, of Millersburg, OH, is recalling 950 lbs of Alfalfa Sprouting Seed because the seed has the potential to…

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FDA · September 22, 2026 · Active

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Meat & Poultry

Star Meat Delivery Inc. Recalls Raw Pork, Beef, and Goat Products Produced Without the Benefit of Inspection

WASHINGTON, Sept. 22, 2026 - Star Meat Delivery Inc., located in Lucama, N.C., is recalling approximately 167,639 pounds of raw…

USDA FSIS · September 21, 2026 · Active

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MedicineUpdated

Global Mix Inc. Recalls Niwali Tejocote Capsules and Niwali Tejocote Pieces Because of Possible Health Risk

Global Mix Inc. of Middle Village, New York, is recalling niwali Tejocote Capsules (90 capsules, Herbal Supplement) and niwali Tejocote…

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FDA · September 20, 2026 · Active

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Pet & AnimalUpdated

Northwest Naturals Voluntarily Recalls Two Raw Pet Food Products Because of Possible Salmonella & Listeria Monocytogenes Health Risk

Northwest Naturals of Portland, Oregon is voluntarily recalling 53 cases (1,272 lbs.) of Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe (cat food…

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FDA · August 27, 2026 · Active

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Public Health Alert

Cyclospora Prevention, Response and Research Action Plan

A plan to reducing the public health burden of foodborne illness caused by Cyclospora in fresh produce.

FDA · September 10, 2026 · Active

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