Attention, shoppers! A fresh wave of food recalls has been issued by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) for products sold in Quebec, including a cucumber recall that’s making headlines in Canada and the U.S.
Cucumbers, mushrooms, carrots and even sausages are among the latest product recalls flagged by the CFIA. Reasons for these recalls range from harmful bacteria like salmonella, listeria and E. coli to foreign objects like pieces of metal, making it extra important to double-check what you’ve picked up at the store.
Some of these issues are tied to earlier recalls, including the ongoing Sifto salt recall, which has already caused a ripple effect across multiple food categories including a major bread recall in Canada. This time, sausages sold in Quebec are in the spotlight for potentially containing metal pieces after being made with the recalled salt.
Plus, the recent organic carrot recall has expanded, now covering even more brands and varieties than before.
The CFIA warns consumers not to eat, serve or distribute the affected products but instead to throw them out or return them to the store where you bought them. Here’s the full breakdown of four of the latest food recalls in Quebec and the reasons behind them.
SunFed Produce whole fresh American cucumbers
Recalled product: Whole fresh American cucumbers packaged in bulk cardboard containers labelled “SunFed,” or in a white box or black plastic crate with a sticker that mentions “Agrotato, S.A. de C.V.”
Recall reason: SunFed Produce, LLC is recalling cucumbers due to potential salmonella contamination. The affected products were packaged in bulk cardboard SunFed boxes or in white boxes or black plastic crates featuring a sticker with the grower’s name, “Agrotato, S.A. de C.V.” These cucumbers were shipped to Canada.
Salmonella can cause serious illness, especially in young children, the elderly and those with weakened immune systems. If you’ve bought any of these cucumbers, the CFIA says you should dispose of them or return them to the store where you bought them.
Last updated: November 28, 2024
Various brands of organic carrots
Recalled products:
- Cal-Organic Organic Juice Carrots, 11.34 kg — all products sold from August 14 to October 23, 2024
- Bunny-Luv Fresh Organic Carrots, 907 g — all products sold from August 14 to October 23, 2024
Recall reason: Grimmway Farms has expanded its organic carrot recall, which was initially issued last week, to include additional products from Cal-Organic and Bunny-Luv, due to possible contamination with E. coli O121. The initial recall also included carrots from Provigo and Maxi’s house brand PC Organics and Sobeys/IGA’s label Compliments Organic.
These carrots were sold across Canada, although the recall was triggered by a recall in another country, and no illnesses have been reported in Canada so far. Still, consumers are urged not to eat or share any recalled products, as food contaminated with E. coli O121 may not look or smell spoiled but can still cause serious illness. Symptoms may range from abdominal cramps and diarrhea to more severe outcomes such as seizures or kidney damage.
Last updated: November 27, 2024
Updated organic carrots recall notice
O’Ya hoho enoki mushrooms
Recalled product: O’Ya hoho Enoki Mushroom, 200 g
Recall reason: 1728435 Ontario Inc. is recalling O’Ya hoho brand Enoki Mushrooms due to potential contamination with listeria monocytogenes. The affected products were distributed in Ontario and Quebec. No illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall, which was triggered by CFIA test results. However, the CFIA warns that listeria can pose serious health risks, especially to pregnant women, older adults and people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms of listeria infection can include fever, muscle aches, nausea and severe headaches.
Last updated: November 27, 2024
Recalled products:
- La Fernandière Sausage Oktoberfest German, 375 g — best before November 6, 8, 11 and 13, 2024
- La Fernandière Combo Sausage Mild Italian Oktoberfest, 675 g — best before November 9 to 10 and 13 to 16, 2024
Recall reason: Olymel L.P. is recalling La Fernandière brand sausages because they may contain pieces of metal. These products were distributed in Quebec and are linked to the ongoing Sifto salt recall, as the recalled salt was used to make them.
Last updated: November 15, 2024
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