Tailored from a press launch:
Blue Ridge Beef expanded the scope of its kitten and pet uncooked meals recall to incorporate retail shops situated in these states: CT, FL, IA, IL, MA, MD, MI, NC, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, TN, VA and WI.
On Dec. 22, 2023, Blue Ridge Beef recalled all lot numbers and utilized by dates between N24 1124 to N24 1224 of their 2 lb. log of Kitten Grind UPC 8 54298 00101 6; 2lb log of Kitten Combine UPC 8 54298 00143 6 and their 2lb log of Pet Combine UPC 8 54298 00169 6 on account of contamination of Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes, in keeping with the U.S. Meals and Drug Administration.
On Dec. 15, 2023, the agency was notified by the North Carolina Division of Agriculture and Shopper Companies that one lot of every of the merchandise have been sampled and examined optimistic for Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. Nevertheless, the agency is recalling all heaps with the used-by dates between N24 1124 to N24 1224.
No diseases have been reported up to now.
The merchandise have been distributed between 11/14/2023 – 12/20/2023. These merchandise have been packaged in clear plastic
Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes can have an effect on animals consuming the merchandise and there’s a danger to people from dealing with contaminated pet merchandise, particularly in the event that they haven’t totally washed their palms after having contact with the merchandise or any surfaces uncovered to those merchandise.
Affected merchandise:
Kitten Grind – 2lbs.Â
UPC: 8 54298 00101 6Â
All Lot #/Use By Dates Between: N24 1124 to N24 1224
Kitten Combine – 2lbs
UPC:Â 8 54298 00243 6
All Lot #/Use By Dates Between:Â N24 1124 to N24 1224
Pet Combine – 2lbs.
UPC:Â 8 54298 00169 6
All Lot #/Use By Dates Between:Â N24 1124 to N24 1224
About Salmonella and Listeria contamination of pet meals
Wholesome folks contaminated with Salmonella ought to monitor themselves for some or the entire following signs: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, stomach cramping and fever. Not often, Salmonella can end in extra severe illnesses, together with arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle ache, eye irritation, and urinary tract signs. Shoppers exhibiting these indicators after having contact with this product ought to contact their healthcare suppliers.
Pets with Salmonella and Listeria infections could also be torpid and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets may have solely decreased urge for food, fever, and stomach ache. Contaminated however in any other case wholesome pets could be carriers and infect different animals or people. If a pet has consumed the recalled product and has these signs, house owners ought to contact a veterinarian.
Shoppers who’ve bought these merchandise are urged to contact Blue Ridge Beef at [email protected] for a full refund and destroy the meals in a means that youngsters, pets, and wildlife can’t entry. Don’t promote or donate the recalled merchandise. Don’t feed the recalled product to pets or another animals. Wash and sanitize pet meals bowls, cups, and storage containers. All the time make sure you wash and sanitize your palms after dealing with recalled meals or any utensils that are available in contact with recalled meals. Shoppers with questions might contact Mr. Steven Lea at (704) 880-4500 Monday by means of Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm EST.
