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The following health alert is from the FDA on May 8, 2015.

Good Seed Inc. of Springfield, VA is recalling all packages of soybean sprouts and mung bean sprouts because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The following products are being recalled by the firm.

1-lb bags of soybean sprouts in clear plastic bags labeled “GOODSEED Soy Bean Sprouts” “Keep Refrigerated” with a UPC Code of “21111 10035” produced on or after April 1, 2015.
2-lb bags of soybean sprouts in clear plastic bags labeled “GOODSEED Soy Bean Sprouts” “Keep Refrigerated” with a UPC Code of “21112 58772” produced on or after April 1, 2015.
10-lb bags of soybean sprouts in black plastic bags labeled with a sticker “GOODSEED Soy Bean Sprouts” produced on or after April 1, 2015.
1-lb bags of mung bean sprouts in clear plastic bags labeled “GOODSEED Mung Bean Sprouts” “Keep Refrigerated” with a UPC code of “21111 20136” produced on or after April 1, 2015.
2-lb bags of mung bean sprouts in clear plastic bags labeled “GOODSEED Mung Bean Sprouts” “Keep Refrigerated” with a UPC code of “21111 25871” produced on or after April 1, 2015.
10-lb bags of mung bean sprouts in clear plastic bags labeled with a sticker “GOODSEED Mung Bean Sprouts” produced on or after April 1, 2015.

These items were distributed to retail stores in Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey and North Carolina.
The contamination was discovered after sampling by the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Food Safety Program and subsequent analysis by the Virginia Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the product.
Individuals who purchased soybean sprouts and mung bean sprouts, distributed by Good Seed Inc. should return the product to the place of sale for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact the company directly at 703-392-0075 or the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Food Safety Program at 804-786-1006.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A4986

The following health alert is from the FDA on May 5, 2015.

Pacific Organic Produce, San Francisco, CA is voluntarily recalling a limited number of cases of organic Tommy Atkins mangos (PLU numbers 94051 & 94959) that were sold under the Purity Organic brand between the dates of April 14, 2014 and May 2, 2014 due to a possible health risk from Listeria monocytogenes. No illnesses have been reported in association with the recall.
No illnesses have been reported to date. However, the recall was issued as a precaution because a single sample in a FDA sample yielded a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes.
The PLU number is printed in the middle of the PLU sticker on the fruit. The mangos were shipped to retailers and distributors in limited quantities within five (5) U.S. states (Arizona, California, Colorado, New Jersey and Texas).
Only the specific PLU numbers and sell dates identified above are included in this recall. Consumers who have any remaining product with these Product Codes purchased between the dates of April 14, 2014 and May 2, 2014 should not consume it, but rather should discard it. Consumers should retain their store receipts, PLU stickers or any other proof of purchase they may have. Retailers and consumers with questions may call Amy Rosenoff at Pacific Organic Produce customer service at 415-673-5555, which is open 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (PT) Monday - Friday.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A4985

The following kashrus alert is from Dallas Kosher on May 8, 2015.

Due to a reformulation, Great Value Mountain Lightning Grape soda is no longer kosher. Check each bottle for symbol.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A4984

The following revised kashrus alert is from the OU on May 8, 2015.

AirHeads Ice Cream, Ice Cream Squeeze Ups and Ice Cream Sandwich, Spring Creek Holdings, LLC Barrington IL: The Orthodox Union certifies AirHeads Ice Cream products as OU D - Dairy products. These products contains milk as indicated on the allergen and ingredient statements. Some of the packaging for these products were printed with a plain OU Symbol without the D - Dairy designation. Corrective actions have been implemented.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A4857

The following kashrus alert is from the OU on May 7, 2015.

Whole Foods Lemon Herb with Thyme, Allegro Coffee Co., Thornton CO: The Orthodox Union certifies Whole Foods Lemon Herb with Thyme Cooking Seasoning as an OU D - Dairy product. This product contains a dairy ingredient as indicated in the allergen and ingredient statements. Some labels were printed with an OU symbol without the D – Dairy designation. Corrective actions have been implemented.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A4983

The following Shemitta alert is from the Star-K in Baltimore and a similar alert from Kosherquest.org in Los Angeles on May 6, 2015.

Shemitta: Carrots & Peppers from Israel in Neighborhood Stores: Please be aware that carrots (including Dorot Farms brand), peppers, and other vegetables from Israel are consistently being sold in the Baltimore area at produce markets in our neighborhood, which are frequented by members of our community. From the numerous inquiries we have received, it is apparent that many consumers are unaware of this when shopping.
The packages or labels state "Product of Israel." These vegetables likely have Kedushas Shviis and require special care. If you bought them, contact your local Orthodox rabbi for further guidance.
Seven Mile Market in Baltimore is monitored by Star-K and produce sold there does not have this issue.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A4981

The following kashrus alert is from the OK Kosher Certification on May 6, 2015.

Alfredo Catering was displaying an unauthorized OK kosher symbol on the store sign. This catering establishment is not certified by OK Kosher Certification.
Action- Issue resolved - the OK was removed from the sign.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A4982

The following Mexican kashrus alert from KMD Mexico translated by google translate on May 6, 2015.

Maguén David anuncia que el Restaurante- Catering "SHULA MEAT " ubicado en Prolongación Bosques de Reforma 1308 ya no cuenta con supervisión de KMD.
A partir del día de hoy

Translated by Google translate: From today, Magen David announces that the Restaurant- Catering "SHULA MEAT" located at 1308 Forest Reform no longer has oversight of KMD.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A4980

The following Mexican kashrus alert from KMD Mexico translated by google translate on May 6, 2015.

El establecimiento KOSHERTEL ubicado en Bernard Shaw número 44 en Polanco se traspasó de dueño y ya no cuenta con supervisión de KMD.
A partir del día de hoy

Translated by Google translate: From today, the establishment KOSHERTEL 44th Polanco in Bernard Shaw has transferred ownership and no longer has oversight of KMD .

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A4979

The following Mexican kashrus alert from KMD Mexico translated by google translate on May 6, 2015.

Los productos de la marca SEÑOR CACTUS ya no cuenta con supervisión KMD.

Translated by Google translate: SEÑOR CACTUS products are no longer under the supervision of KMD.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A4978

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