This week in food safety
News summary
Written by an AI model (claude-haiku-4-5) on Oct 31, 2026, 12:41 PM UTC from sources dated Oct 24, 2026 to Oct 31, 2026. Each bracketed number links to the source for that sentence. Not reviewed by a person before publishing.
A Salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters remains open across 13 states, with 28 cases and 5 hospitalizations reported as of October 30 [1]. A Class I recall of Imperio Fuego Beef Jerky has been issued because the product was produced without inspection; affected 2 oz. sealed bags were sold in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, and Wisconsin [2].
Vitality Works Inc. is recalling 365 Whole Foods Market Standardized + Full Spectrum Blend Ashwagandha Capsules (lot number 2025-26227) due to potential Salmonella contamination [4]. SLR Food Distribution Inc. recalls Wise Wife Brand Ground Cinnamon because it may contain elevated lead levels [5]. Taylor Farms is recalling H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad kits due to potential undeclared soy and almonds, which can cause serious reactions or death in people with allergies [6]. HAIFA SMOKED FISH is recalling Cold Smoked Sprats due to potential Clostridium botulinum contamination; consumers should not use the product even if it appears normal [7].
The FDA has warned against Once Upon a Farm Tractor Wheels Organic Toddler Soft-Baked Bars in all flavors and lot numbers due to reports of infants choking [8].
Sources cited
- Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Raw Oysters — CDC outbreak notice, Oct 30, 2026
- Imperio Distribution LLC Recalls Beef Jerky Products Produced Without the Benefit of Inspection — USDA FSIS recall notice, Oct 24, 2026
- Vitality Works Inc. Recalls 365 Whole Foods Market Ashwagandha Capsules Sold Nationwide Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination — FDA recall notice, Oct 30, 2026
- SLR Food Distribution Inc. Recalls Wise Wife Brand Ground Cinnamon Due to Elevated Lead Levels — FDA recall notice, Oct 29, 2026
- Taylor Farms Issues Recall for H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad Kit Due to the Potential Undeclared Soy and Tree Nuts(Almonds) — FDA recall notice, Oct 27, 2026
- HAIFA SMOKED FISH Recalls Cold Smoked Sprats Due to Potential Health Risk — FDA recall notice, Oct 27, 2026
- Reports of infants choking result in FDA warning about Once Upon a Time snacks — Food Safety News, Oct 31, 2026
News and notices, last 14 days (32)
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Oct 31, 2026
- Publisher’s Platform: Radical transparency? What I am asking the FDA to do Is not radical at all
Two citizen petitions, a phrase HHS made its motto, and a DOJ opinion that says the agency can act now
- Reports of infants choking result in FDA warning about Once Upon a Farm snacks
Several reports of children choking have led to an FDA warning against Once Upon A Time snacks.The warning covers all flavors, quantities, lots and dates of Once Upon A Farm Tractor Wheels Organic, Toddler Soft-Baked Bars.The FDA has received several reports that describe infants ages 1.5
Oct 30, 2026
- FDA Approves First Plasmid DNA-based Immunotherapy for Adults with Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today granted accelerated approval for Voceryq (doruxapapogene ralaplasmid and lalikinogene sifuplasmid-gxfd) for treatment of adults with recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP).
- Vitality Works Inc. Recalls 365 Whole Foods Market Ashwagandha Capsules Sold Nationwide Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
Vitality Works Inc. of Albuquerque, New Mexico, is recalling one lot (lot number 2025-26227) of 365 Whole Foods Market Standardized + Full Spectrum Blend Ashwagandha Capsules 120 count because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism that can cause serious and sometimes f
- FDA says it plans to propose new rules related to infant formula
The agency did not specify what the rules would address except to say they involve nutrition.
- Caterer suspended after food poisoning link
More than 50 people have suffered food poisoning from catered food in two kindergartens in Singapore.The Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) and Singapore Food Agency (SFA) are investigating two incidents of gastroenteritis reported at Springdale and Gongshang Ministry of Education kindergartens.
- Fraud alerts at steady levels in Europe; 13 alerts mention the United States
Plus: Changes to U.S. meat exports to the EU
Oct 29, 2026
- SLR Food Distribution Inc. Recalls Wise Wife Brand Ground Cinnamon Due to Elevated Lead Levels
SLR Food Distribution Inc. of Hicksville, New York, is voluntarily recalling Wise Wife Brand Ground Cinnamon because it has the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead.
- FDA declares end to outbreak linked to Trader Joe's chicken wraps; a new outbreak is under investigation
Also: The FDA has posted a heavily redacted summary of its investigation into one of this summer's Cyclospora outbreaks.
- Salmonella sickens 60 at hospital in Costa Rica
In September, a Mexican hospital was also hit by a Salmonella outbreak
- Botulism risk prompts warning in Czech Republic
Plus: Almost 500 people sickened in Salmonella outbreak in Prague
Oct 28, 2026
- What Brand of Butter Was Recalled? Inside the October 2026 Food Recall
- Publisher’s Platform: Twenty-two years of asking whether we should ban petting zoos: After Brookshire Farms, Bengtson’s and the State Fair of Texas, it is time I answered my own question
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- Bird Flu Pet Food Recall - What Does It Mean For You & Your Dog?
- Attorney General says FDA can alter regs regarding release of information related to outbreak investigations
Under federal law, the Secretary of Health and Human Services and his delegees may amend regulations to allow further disclosure, according to the opinion.
- Number of incidents reported to global food safety network has increased sharply
INFOSAN handled almost 450 incidents over 2 years
- Halloween food safety: Tips for trick-or-treaters and party hosts
Halloween candy tampering has fueled frightening headlines for decades, but cases of strangers deliberately poisoning or contaminating treats collected by trick-or-treaters are exceedingly rare. Food allergies, choking hazards and foodborne illness are more common concerns for families celebrating…
- E. coli infections reported among children who visited pumpkin patches, petting zoos
The County of San Luis Obispo, CA, Department of Public Health has confirmed 13 cases of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli infection and is investigating a potential link to Brookshire Farms in San Luis Obispo. The suspected exposure period is Oct. 16 through 26. The source of the infections is
- Taylor Farms recalls salad kits because of undeclared allergens
Taylor Farms of Dallas, TX, is recalling H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad kits due to the potential undeclared soy and almonds.People who have sensitivity or allergy to soy and almonds may be at risk of a serious adverse reactions or death if they consume this product. To
- FDA issues another warning against Darwin's pet food; firm refuses to initiate recall
The FDA has issued a public warning about Darwin’s Natural Pet Products Natural Selections Chicken Recipe for Cats because is has tested positive for Salmonella.A consumer filed a complaint with the Food and Drug Administration after two cats became ill, with one requiring hospitalization, after ea…
Oct 27, 2026
- Taylor Farms Issues Recall for H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad Kit Due to the Potential Undeclared Soy and Tree Nuts(Almonds)
Taylor Farms of Dallas, Texas is recalling H-E-B Backyard BBQ Chop Salad kit due to the potential undeclared soy and tree nuts(almonds).
- Walmart's Great Value brand is facing a major food recall. Here's what shoppers need to know
- HAIFA SMOKED FISH Recalls Cold Smoked Sprats Due to Potential Health Risk
HAIFA SMOKED FISH of QUEENS NY is recalling approximately 560 lbs. of Cold Smoked Sprats, due to potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.
Oct 26, 2026
Oct 22, 2026
- Natural Grocers Recalls Natural Grocers Brand Organic 2 Pound Mung Beans Due to Potential Presence of Foreign Material
10/22/2026, Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc., Lakewood, Colorado, is recalling Natural Grocers Brand Organic 2-Pound Mung Beans due to the potential presence of glass.
- WinCo Foods LLC Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sesame in Hoagie Rolls
October 22, 2026 - WinCo Foods of Boise, ID is recalling the following WinCo Foods Brand Hoagie Rolls due to undeclared sesame.
Oct 21, 2026
Oct 20, 2026
- FDA Approves Once-Weekly Generic Hormone Therapy Patch for Women
Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first generic of Climara Pro (estradiol and levonorgestrel transdermal system, 0.045 mg per day/0.015 mg), a transdermal hormone therapy patch for women with an intact uterus applied once a week.
- FDA Issues Final Guidance on Prescription Drug Apps and Software
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today released final guidance establishing a clear framework for how drug companies can develop, distribute, and label apps used alongside their prescription medicines.
Oct 19, 2026
- FDA Approves Immunotherapy That May Allow Certain Patients with Rectal Cancer to Avoid Chemotherapy, Radiation and Surgery
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today granted accelerated approval for a new use of the immunotherapy Jemperli (dostarlimab-gxly) that may allow some patients with locally advanced rectal cancer to avoid common treatments that can have a lasting impact on their daily life.
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