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From the FDA Enforcement Report on February 8, 2015 - Hain Celestial Seasoning, Boulder, CO is recalling Celestial Seasonings Roastaroma Herbal Tea due to conflicting labeling (some packages state "Gluten Free", although it contains barley.) The recalled product is Celestial Seasonings Roastaroma Herbal Tea Lot code: Best Before 20DEC17 Pack size: 6 retail units (20 count)/ per case
Distibution is nationwide to CA, CO, CT, GA, IA, IN, KY, MN, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TX, WA, WI No foreign/VA/govt/military

Wilderness Family Naturals Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Organic Coconut Milk Powder And Products Containing Organic Coconut Milk Powder

February 12, 2016 - Wilderness Family Naturals of Silver Bay, MN, is voluntarily recalling its Wilderness Family Naturals Organic Coconut Milk Powder and other products that contain this ingredient due to potential milk contamination.
The recalled products were distributed nationwide in retail stores and online.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that one lot of Organic Coconut Milk Powder (lot #1000013229) tested positive for milk. Further investigation indicates that the manufacturer of the Organic Coconut Milk Powder unintentionally added milk to the food as a result of cross-contact. No other lots of Organic Coconut Milk Powder have tested positive for milk at this time. Wilderness Products is nonetheless recalling all lots of Organic Coconut Milk Powder and other products that were manufactured with Organic Coconut Milk Powder out of an abundance of caution and concern for the safety of its customers.
Customers with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk who have purchased an affected product should not eat it. Rather, they should dispose of it. Customers can contact Wilderness Family Naturals for a refund by calling (800) 945-3801 or sending an email to info@wildernessfamilynaturals.com. Wilderness Family Naturals will be sending recall notices to all of its direct customers.
The recalled products, which were packaged in foil or plastic bags and bear the Wilderness Family Naturals brand, can be identified as follows:

Ed. note from the Earth K: This is a milk allergy issue and not a kashrus issue.

February 17, 2016 - CFIA: Ecotrends Ecologics is recalling Wilderness Family Naturals brand Coconut Milk Powder and Organic Coconut Chia Pudding Mix from the marketplace because they may contain milk which is not declared on the label. People with an allergy to milk should not consume the recalled products described below.

From the FDA on February 19, 2015 - Country Life Natural Foods of Pullman, MI is recalling shelled raw pistachios, sold in 2 lb bags and 30 lb boxes, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
The shelled raw pistachios were distributed in AR, CA, FL, IA, IL, IN, MI, MN, MO, OK, SC, SD, TN, and WI through retail stores, mail order, and direct delivery.
The 2 pound bags will bear the batch number 1357 in the lower left corner of the Country Life Natural Foods Label.
The 30 lb boxes will bear the name “SAM International” lot number 102914, and best by date of April 29, 2016.
This recall was initiated when FDA contract testing laboratory analysis revealed the presence of Salmonella in one of the 19 samples obtained from SAM International. As a precaution, additional products are being recalled as they may be contaminated since they were packed from the master lot that came to our facility. We are working closely with FDA to determine the cause of this situation.
Consumers who have purchased this recalled product should not consume it. They should return it to the point of purchase. Consumers with questions should call Country Life Natural Foods at 800-456-7694, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EST Monday through Thursday, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm EST Friday.

Food Recall Warning - Del Monte and Sysco Imperial Fresh brand cantaloupes distributed by Freshpoint Vancouver, Ltd. recalled due to Salmonella

February 18, 2016 - The CFIA is reporting the following recall:
Freshpoint Vancouver, Ltd. is recalling Del Monte and Sysco Imperial Fresh brand cantaloupes from the marketplace due to possible Salmonella contamination. Consumers who are unsure if they have the affected cantaloupes are advised to check with their retailer. Recalled products:

Check to see if you have recalled products in your home. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the store where they were purchased.

Israeli Carrots now in American Stores

February 18, 2016 - KVH Kosher Twitter Feed has reported Greater Boston Area kosher consumers should note - store precut carrots may be product of Eretz Yisroel and subject to Tithing Laws.

The following Israeli produce alert is from the COR Detroit on December 22, 2015.

BELL PEPPERS FROM ISRAEL are now being sold at local stores (Meijer, Walmart, Sam's Club, etc.) and include Sunset brand, Gilad, Field & Farm, Mor and other brands of colored peppers. Consumers should carefully check the fine print on the package, or the sticker on peppers sold loose, for the country of origin. The same brand may have a mixture of some from Israel and some from other locations, so each package or pepper should be checked.
Consumers should always be careful when buying produce to check the sticker, bag label or original case for the country of origin, due to issues of Shemitah (fruit from Israel will be Shemitah product well into 2016), or of Terumos and Maaseros if it is not Shemitah product. Some additional examples of Israeli produce commonly found in the U.S. include tomatoes, carrots, citrus fruit, persimmons, pomelos, dates, and parsley.

The following Israeli produce alert is from the Kosherqust.org on December 18, 2015.

Red Peppers from Eretz Yisroel are now being found in local supermarkets. Care should be taken in regards to Terumos and Maasros. Consult with your local Halachic authority as to the proper procedure in dealing with Terumos and Maasros.

Ed. note: Kashrut.com has information on Trumos and Maasros at kashrut.com/consumer/vegetables/#TITHING.