E. coli bacteria produce a toxin protein to defend themselves and kill off other bacteria, according to new research published in the journal Nucleic Acids Research.
Leclerc Foods is voluntarily recalling a single lot of Fit & Active Chocolatey Chip Protein Meal Bars as a measure of precaution because a small piece of yellow plastic, or foreign material, was found in the product by a consumer.
US microbiologists published the first report on the strong correlation between the survival of aerobic bacteria and free chlorine (FC) concentration in the wash water of fresh-cut vegetables.
With Georgia’s green beans either finishing or finished, produce reports on green bean supply out of Florida range from “starting to improve” to “tight” out of both Mexico and Florida.
Goya de Puerto Rico is recalling Adobo with Cumin Seasoning and Adobo with Pepper Seasoning because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.
The recall last week of Casa Sanchez Foods “Real Guacamole” has expanded and now “Spicy Guacamole” is also recalled, for possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Inspired by consumer demand for more convenient, healthy and unique ways to serve fresh vegetable dishes, Eat Smart, a producer of fresh-cut vegetables and salads for the United States and Canada, is launching TimeSavors.
