This week in food safety
Weekly summary
Written by an AI model (claude-haiku-4-5) on Sep 17, 2026, 12:23 AM UTC from sources dated Sep 10, 2026 to Sep 17, 2026. Each bracketed number links to the source for that sentence. Not reviewed by a person before publishing.
An outbreak of Salmonella Bovismorbificans linked to broccoli sprouts remains under investigation, with 22 cases and 2 hospitalizations reported across 4 states [1]. Evergreen Fresh Sprouts LLC of Idaho is recalling 215 cases of broccoli sprouts due to potential Salmonella contamination [9]. A separate outbreak of E. coli O145 linked to frozen blueberries is also ongoing, with 17 cases and 6 hospitalizations in 2 states [3]. A previous Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce has ended, though it affected 12,883 people across 21 states with 570 hospitalizations and 2 deaths [2].
Danone USA is voluntarily recalling So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert pints with best-by dates on or before April 3, 2028, due to potential foreign materials such as small stones in the cashew inclusions [4][16]. Whole Foods Market of Austin, Texas is recalling Fromagerie Coop de Mean Cabricharme cheese because it contains undeclared egg lysozyme, an egg white protein [7]. People with egg allergies or sensitivities should avoid this product [7].
Sources cited
- Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Broccoli Sprouts — CDC outbreak notice, Sep 11, 2026
- Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Iceberg Lettuce — CDC outbreak notice, Sep 11, 2026
- E. coli Outbreak Linked to Frozen Blueberries — CDC outbreak notice, Sep 11, 2026
- So Delicious Dairy Free® Issues Voluntary Recall of Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Pints Due to Potential Presence of Foreign Material — FDA recall notice, Sep 15, 2026
- Whole Foods Market Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg in Cabricharme Cheese — FDA recall notice, Sep 11, 2026
- Evergreen Fresh Sprouts LLC Recalls Broccoli Sprouts Because of Possible Health Risk — FDA recall notice, Sep 10, 2026
- So Delicious frozen dessert product recalled because of foreign objects — Food Safety News, Sep 16, 2026
News and notices, last 14 days (43)
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Sep 16, 2026
- Do you have these snacks? Veggie chips sold in Ontario recalled
- Walmart announces nationwide food recall for health risk
- Supplier in sprout outbreak recalls seed
The FDA has not named the supplier
- Fine and charges issued in case involving fish that was unfit to eat
Two men have been charged in Norway for their roles in selling farmed salmon that was unfit for human consumption.The defendants, both men in their 50s, worked in senior positions at the company Pure Norwegian Seafood.
- Chemical topics dominate Dutch emerging risk signals
Potential chemical risks dominated discussions this past year in a Dutch network created to identify emerging food safety risks.The Food Safety Signalling Consultation (SO-V) was formed in 2020 to identify and interpret emerging food safety risks. It has two sections: one for microbiological risks…
- Frozen raspberries recalled because of norovirus; illnesses reported
Alasko brand frozen whole raspberries are being recalled in Canada because of contamination with norovirus.This recall was triggered by findings by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency during its investigation into a foodborne illness outbreak. There have been reported illnesses associated with the…
- So Delicious frozen dessert product recalled because of foreign objects
Danone USA is recalling of So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert pints with best-by dates on and before April 3, 2028, because consumers complained about the presence of foreign materials, such as small stones and other hard objects, within the cashew inclusions.Th…
Sep 15, 2026
- So Delicious Dairy Free® Issues Voluntary Recall of Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Pints Due to Potential Presence of Foreign Material
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. and LOUISVILLE, Colo., September 15, 2026 – Danone USA is issuing a voluntary recall of So Delicious Dairy Free® Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert pints with best-by dates on and before April 3, 2028 due to the potential presence of foreign materials, such as small
- FDA Launches Expedited IND Pilot, Begins Accepting Applications
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced the final design of the Expedited Investigational New Drug (IND) Pilot.
- Taste 4 Success Skillnet Building Confidence in Food Recall Management
- The last mile of a food safety recall: It is not complete until consumers are protected
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- EU proposes changes to rules about meat storage conditions
The European Commission has opened a comment period on a change to regulations that would give companies more flexibility related to frozen meat.The proposals would increase the options for food businesses around storage conditions before freezing meat. They are based on a European Food Safety Auth…
- Sri Lanka creates food safety policy with FAO support
Sri Lanka has unveiled its first national food safety policy with six themes including improving food controls, strengthening surveillance, and enhancing standards.Developed by the Ministry of Health and Mass Media, through the Food Control Administration Unit (FCAU), it promotes a preventive, risk…
- Abbott to pay almost $385 million to settle false claims allegation about infant formula
The settlement resolves a case by the federal government related to allegations about false claims and is not a determination of liability on the part of the company.
Sep 14, 2026
- Whole Foods recalls cheese because of undeclared eggs
Whole Foods Market of Austin, TX, is recalling Fromagerie Coop de Mean Cabricharme cheese because the product contains egg lysozyme, an egg white protein, which is not declared on the product label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of a serious or
- A&P Creations LLC Issues Nationwide Recall of biQ-FEL Due to Undeclared Sildenafil and Tadalafil
Sildenafil and Tadalafil are active ingredients in FDA-approved prescription drugs Viagra and Cialis, respectively, used to treat erectile dysfunction. FDA approval of Viagra and Cialis is restricted to use under the supervision of a licensed health care professional. These undeclared ingredients ma
- Check your freezer: Food recall issued for chicken products sold in Ontario
- We must stick to a zero tolerance policy for listeria
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- Belgium leads horse meat fraud investigation
Authorities have uncovered a network operating across Europe that is accused of being involved in the slaughter of horses that were unfit for human consumption.The group is suspected of using falsified documents and manipulated microchips to conceal the animals’ true identities.Nearly 200 officers…
- FDA warns two food importers about failures involving peppers, candy and other foods
- Deadly Listeria outbreak highlights risk from traditional foods
Scientists have warned about the risks posed by small-scale production of traditional foods after studying a fatal Listeria outbreak.From 2020 to 2022, 10 people were sick and three died in an outbreak of listeriosis in Austria. It was traced to a traditional southern European dairy item known as
Sep 13, 2026
- The Sunday Edition: Antibiotics
We have reached a point where there are very few treatment alternatives left for some bacterial infections – including some caused by foodborne bacteria.
Sep 11, 2026
- Whole Foods Market Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg in Cabricharme Cheese
Whole Foods Market of Austin, TX is recalling Fromagerie Coop de Mean Cabricharme cheese because the product contains egg lysozyme, an egg white protein, which is not declared on the product label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of a serious or life-threateni
- FAQ: Food Recall and Foodborne Outbreaks
- Peanuts sold in Canada recalled due to salmonella
- Cyclospora Prevention, Response and Research Action Plan
A plan to reducing the public health burden of foodborne illness caused by Cyclospora in fresh produce.
- Outbreak Investigation of E. coli O145:H28: Frozen Blueberries (July 2026)
Sep 10, 2026
- Evergreen Fresh Sprouts LLC Recalls Broccoli Sprouts Because of Possible Health Risk
09/10/2026, Evergreen Fresh Sprouts LLC of Moyie Springs, IDAHO is recalling 215 cases (6/4oz bags per case) of Broccoli Sprouts, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly pe
Sep 9, 2026
Sep 8, 2026
- FreshPoint Issues Recall Due to an Improperly Declared Allergen (Egg) in Chicken Salad Wedge Sandwiches
September 4, 2026 Orlando, FL– FreshPoint of Orlando, FL., is issuing a voluntary recall of 1,093 units of specific lots of Cranberry Chicken Salad Wedge sandwiches due to an improperly declared allergen (eggs). People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or lif
Sep 7, 2026
Sep 6, 2026
- Made Fresh Salads, Inc. Recalls Ready to Eat Deli Style Salads and Cream Cheese Because of Possible Health Risk
Made Fresh Salads Inc. of Bay Shore, NY is recalling all Ready to Eat Deli Style Salads and cream cheese, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and
Sep 4, 2026
- FDA Takes Steps to Maintain Newborn Access to Life-Saving Starter Nutrition Products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced it is taking action, consistent with the Trump administration’s commitment to protecting vulnerable patients and maintaining access to critical medical products, to help address a potential supply gap of neonatal starter parenteral nutrition (PN)
- FDA Grants Accelerated Approval to a New Breast Cancer Treatment
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today expanded treatment options for adult patients with advanced breast cancer, reflecting the FDA’s commitment to advancing medical innovation and getting new treatments to patients who need them.
- Foods Alive Recalls Organic Moringa Leaf Powder Because of Possible Health Risk
Foods Alive Inc of Angola, IN, is recalling its 8-ounce packages of organic moringa leaf powder because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened
- Walmart products added to frozen blueberries recall caused by E. coli fears
Sep 3, 2026
- American Regent, Inc. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Three Lots of Epinephrine Injection, USP 30 mg/ 30 mL (1 mg/mL) Due to the Presence of Particulate Matter and Lack of Assurance of Sterility
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 3, 2026 – New Albany, OH, American Regent, Inc. is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall of three lots of Epinephrine Injection, USP 30 mg/ 30 mL (1 mg/mL) multi dose vials to the consumer level. Customer complaints were received for leaking and cracked vials, re
- FDA Approves First Drug to Treat Alexander Disease
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Zanvastro (zilganersen) injection for the treatment of Alexander disease in pediatric and adult patients.
- FDA Issues Emergency Use Authorization for Drugs to Prevent and Treat New World Screwworm in Dogs and Cats
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Capstar (nitenpyram) tablets and revised the EUA for Nitenpyram Tablets, the generic version of Capstar
- Food recall due to possible Listeria
- SUPPLX.com Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Business Pill and Branch Manager for Men Due to Undeclared Yohimbine
Grant-Valkaria, Florida - SUPPLX.com is voluntarily recalling Business Pill and Branch Manager for Men, products marketed as dietary supplements for male sexual enhancement, because FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that both products contain yohimbine that is not declared on the product labels.
- FDA Seeks Public Input to Advance Development of Botanical Drug Products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced a request for information (RFI) to gather public input on opportunities to advance the development of botanical drug products.
- Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella: Eggs (July 2026)