August 2012

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    Cantaloupes linked to Salmonella outbreak

    Posted: August 23rd, 2012 - 11:11am

    - Outbreak has led to 2 deaths and 178 illnesses and is associated with cantaloupes sold by Chamberlin Farms, located in Owensville IN.

    - Chamberlin Farms has announced a recall; the investigation is continuing as it is possible that there are other sources of illnesses.

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    Cantaloupes linked to Salmonella outbreak

    Posted: August 22nd, 2012 - 10:41pm

    - 2 deaths and 141 illnesses are associated with cantaloupes grown in Indiana. - Refrigerate cantaloupes quickly after slicing. Bacteria such as Salmonella and Listeria can grow quickly on the orange flesh of the fruit when held above 41°F. - Due to the roughness of the rind, it is difficult to wash away much of the bacteria.

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    Home-canned beets in Oregon linked to three botulism hospitalizations

    Posted: August 2nd, 2012 - 1:07pm

    Food Safety Infosheet Highlights: - Storing low-acid foods in a jar and sealing them without either acidifying or processing using pressure creates the ideal conditions for toxin formation. - Tested recipes and directions for safe canning can be found at the National Center for Home Food Preservation: nchfp.uga.edu.

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