As the official toll in the listeria-in-cantaloupe outbreak rose to 13 dead and 72 sick in 18 states, a major retailer said cantaloupe growers need to do more to prevent outbreaks of foodborne disease.

DURHAM, ONT.-- The Ontario Court of Justice dismissed every one of Michael Schmidt’s arguments that distributing and purchasing raw milk was a well-informed consumer’s constitutional right. He was acquitted Wednesday of three charges, but could be fined $5,000 for each day he continues to distribute his milk.

Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Robert Montague is urging public health officers to ensure that meat inspections are done at the location where the animals are slaughtered. Additionally, he wants the officers to make sure that butchers are registered with the local health Board, and are in possession of a log book, as stipulated by the regulations governing their operations.

One aspect of city's development that needs serious attention is regulation of food establishments. Both permanent and temporary. Eateries, particularly that are mobile and do business on roadsides, need more attention because they do not have a permanent establishment, take no licence and work in a very compromising environment.

Andrew Williamson Fresh Produce is voluntarily recalling one lot of organic grape tomatoes sold under the Limited Edition® and Fresh & Easy labels due to a possible health risk from Salmonella.

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