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Consumer Kashrut Alerts

Bedner Growers, Inc. Recalls Cucumbers Because of Possible Health Risk

May 20, 2025: from the FDA:

Bedner Growers, Inc. of Boynton Beach, Florida is voluntarily recalling cucumbers sold at Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market between April 29, 2025, and May 14, 2025 because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The recalled cucumbers were sold directly to consumers at the three Bedner’s Farm Fresh Markets locations in Florida (Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, and West Palm Beach). Because the recalled cucumbers do not bear any stickers or other labeling, customers should discard and not consume any cucumbers that were purchased at these locations between April 29, 2025, and May 14, 2025.

The recalled cucumbers also were sold to a wholesale distributor, which has been directed to further contact its customers with recall instructions.

The cucumbers are being recalled because they have been linked by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to a Salmonella outbreak that has resulted in 26 illnesses in AL, CA, CO, FL, IL, KS, KY, MI, NC, NY, OH, PA, SC, TN, and VA.

This recall does not include any cucumbers currently available for sale at Bedner’s Farm Fresh Markets after May 14, 2025, nor does it include any other agricultural products. All cucumbers currently available for sale at Bedner’s Farm Fresh Markets were not grown by Bedner Growers, Inc., as the company is no longer producing, packing, or selling any cucumbers because the growing season has concluded.

Consumers who have purchased the recalled products may obtain additional information by contacting Bedner Growers, Inc. at 866-222-9180, M-F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EDT.

Additional FDA advisory is here

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9245

Over 16K gallons of ice cream, frozen yogurt recalled due to plastic contamination. A list of products impacted

May 16, 2025: from the Today:

"Over 16,000 gallons of ice cream have been subjected to a voluntary nationwide recall due to possibly plastic contamination, according to a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) report.

"The recall, initiated by Wells Enterprises on April 25, affects 22 different varieties of ice cream and frozen yogurt distributed to 103 centers located in the U.S. The company pulled the products over concerns that plastic had been introduced during preparation. Wells Enterprises oversees brands that include Blue Bunny, Halo Top and Johnny Rockets."

A full list of recalled products is here.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9244

Brazilian Kashrus Alert: FLORMEL Products

May 17, 2025: from the BDK:

Todos os produtos da FLORMEL com data de fabricação a partir de 15/03/2025 não estão mais aprovados, devido a mudanças na fabricação. Quem já comprou, pode consumir, exceto os produtos da linha "BITES" que contém colágeno, que não autorizamos (produto novo, similar ao que estava aprovado).
Em breve daremos nova instrução sobre esta fábrica, caso parte dos produtos possam voltar a ser aprovados.
Embalagens dos demais produtos fabricadas antes desta data podem ser adquiridas.

Translation by Google translate: All FLORMEL products with a manufacturing date after 03/15/2025 are no longer approved due to manufacturing changes. Those who have already purchased them can consume them, except for the products from the "BITES" line that contain collagen, which we do not authorize (new product, similar to the one that was approved).

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9243

MK Pas Yisroel Alert Bridor Products with MK 325

May 15, 2025: from the MK:

Please be advised that all Bridor products bearing the MK #325 symbol are currently not to be considered Pas Yisrael. We will continue to update the public regarding this matter.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9242

OU Kosher Alert Spice Chain Pizza Seasoning (a foodservice product)

May 14, 2025 from the OU:

Spice Chain Pizza Seasoning, iSpice Foods LLC, Jackson AL has a missing D - Dairy Designation.
The Orthodox Union certifies Spice Chain Pizza Seasoning, a foodservice product, as an OU D - Dairy product. This product contains dairy, as indicated in the ingredients statement. Some labels were labeled with a plain OU mark, without the D - Dairy designation. Corrective actions are being implemented.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9241

Florida Kosher Alert - Bite Me Pizza, Boca Raton, FL

May 12, 2025 from the ORB:

Please be advised that effective immediately BITE ME PIZZA, 8094 1900 NW 2nd Ave, Boca Raton, FL 33432 is no longer under the supervision of the ORB.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9240

London Beth Din Kashrut Alert: Heinz Saucy Sauce

May 12, 2025: From KLBD:

Heinz Saucy Sauce, previously approved Parev, is no longer approved.
Old stock which has already been purchased may be used up.
To check the kosher status of other Heinz products click here.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9239

Publix Voluntarily Recalls GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food Pouches Due to Lead

May 9, 2025 from Businesswire

"Publix Super Markets, Inc. has initiated a voluntary recall of GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food, produced by Bowman Andros LLC and distributed to Publix grocery stores in the company’s eight-state operating area. The product is sold in 4-ounce plastic pouches and has the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead."

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9238

Advantage Health Matters Inc Recalls "Organic Jumbo Pumpkin Seeds" Because of Possible Health Risk

Organic Traditions brand Jumbo Pumpkin Seeds recalled due to Salmonella

May 8, 2025 From FDA:

Advantage Health Matters of 5787 Steeles Ave W, North York, ON, Canada M9L 2W3, is recalling its 8-ounce packages of " Organic Jumbo Pumpkin Seeds " food treats because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella,

The recalled " Organic Jumbo Pumpkin Seeds " were distributed in states of New York, New Jersy and Virginia in retail stores and through mail orders.

The product comes in a 8 ounce, clear plastic package marked with lot # L250320200 on the back and with an expiration date of 05/02/2027 stamped on the side.

Consumers who have purchased 8 ounce packages of " Organic Jumbo Pumpkin Seeds " are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at info@organictraditions.com.


Organic Traditions brand Jumbo Pumpkin Seeds recalled due to Salmonella

May 7, 2025 From CFIA:

Organic Traditions Jumbo Pumpkin seeds have been recalled due to microbial contamination - Salmonella

Brand
Product Size UPC Codes

Organic Traditions

Jumbo Pumpkin Seeds

227 g

6 27733 00175 5

L250212160
L250319170

Organic Traditions

Jumbo Pumpkin Seeds

454 g

6 27733 00180 9

L250319171


Fine Goods Wholesome Pumpkin seeds recalled due to Salmonella

May 12, 2025 From CFIA:

Fine Goods Wholesome Pumpkin seeds have been recalled due to microbial contamination - Salmonella

Brand

Product

Size

UPC

Codes

Additional Information

Orasta

Organic Pumpkin Seeds

250 g

7 28795 59321 6

Sold from April 17, 2025 to May 10, 2025

Sold at Fiesta Farm, 200 Christie St., Toronto, ON

None

Organic European Pumpkin Seeds

Variable

None

Sold from March 2025 to May 8, 2025

Sold at Beaches Natural Foods, 1947 Queen St E, Toronto, ON

Fine Goods Wholesome

Raw European Pumpkin Seeds Organic

Variable

Starting with 0205069

Sold from April 24, 2025 to May 6, 2025

Sold at The Sweet Potato, 108 Vine Ave Unit B, Toronto, ON


Organic pumpkin seeds recalled due to Salmonella

May 10, 2025 From CFIA:

Brand

Product

Size

UPC

Codes

Additional information

None

Organic European Raw Pumpkin Seeds Product of: Austria

Various (sold in bulk)

None

Sold from March 30, 2025 to May 7, 2025

Sold at The Stone Store, 14 Commercial St, Guelph, ON

The Hope Eco-Farm Store

Pumpkin Seeds Organic

1 lb

None

Sold from March 21, 2025 to May 9, 2025

Sold at The Hope Eco-Farm Store, 51681 College Line, Aylmer, ON

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9232

Kashrut Information: Trader Joes ABC Bars

May 7, 2025 from the OU in response to a question from the editor:
Trader Joes ABC Bars are DE.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9237
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