A meat manufacturer in Wisconsin is recalling more than 35,000 pounds of kielbasa sausage after it was alleged in multiple reports that some of its products contained black rubber.
Salm Partners, LLC, of Denmark recalled some of its Johnsonville meat products after at least two customers found foreign material in the ready-to-eat meat, according to the U S Department of Agricultures Food Safety and Inspection Service.
According to Johnsonville, the affected product was shipped to retail distribution centers in the following states:
Yes, there are currently two active recalls on turkey meat products.
Butterball, LLC Recalls Ground Turkey Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination
On October 26, 2023 Butterball, LLC issued a recall for approximately 14,109 pounds of ground turkey products due to possible foreign matter contamination. The products were produced on October 12 2023 and shipped to retail locations nationwide.
The recalled products include:
- 1-pound packages of “Butterball Ground Turkey 93% Lean/7% Fat” with a “use by” date of October 25, 2023
- 3-pound packages of “Butterball Ground Turkey 85% Lean/15% Fat” with a “use by” date of October 25, 2023
The foreign matter is believed to be small pieces of blue plastic.
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to eat them. They should throw them away or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund
For more information, consumers can contact Butterball Consumer Relations at 1-800-288-8372.
Jennie-O Turkey Store Sales, Inc. Recalls Raw Ground Turkey Products Due to Possible Salmonella Reading Contamination
On October 27, 2023, Jennie-O Turkey Store Sales, Inc. issued a recall for approximately 91,388 pounds of raw ground turkey products due to possible Salmonella Reading contamination. The products were produced on October 17, 2023 and shipped to retail locations nationwide.
The recalled products include:
- 1-pound packages of “Jennie-O Ground Turkey 93% Lean/7% Fat” with a “use by” date of October 24, 2023
- 3-pound packages of “Jennie-O Ground Turkey 85% Lean/15% Fat” with a “use by” date of October 24, 2023
Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause food poisoning. Symptoms of Salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps.
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to eat them. They should throw them away or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
For more information, consumers can contact Jennie-O Consumer Relations at 1-800-621-3505.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a recall?
A recall is a process in which a company removes a product from the market because it may be unsafe or defective. Recalls can be issued by the company itself, by a government agency, or by a consumer group.
What should I do if I have a recalled product?
If you have a recalled product, you should stop using it immediately. You can either throw it away or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
How can I stay up-to-date on recalls?
You can stay up-to-date on recalls by visiting the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) website or by signing up for email alerts.
Additional Resources
- Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) website: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/
- FSIS Recalls and Public Health Alerts: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts
- FSIS email alerts: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/subscribe
If you are concerned about the safety of turkey meat, you should check the FSIS website for the latest recall information. You can also contact the company that produced the product or the place of purchase for more information.
What turkey kielbasa is being recalled?
The following products are subject to recall:
- vacuum-packed 12-ounce portions with one piece of Johnsonville Polish Kielbasa Turkey Sausage with the “May 17, 2024 and May 18, 2024 best-by dates printed on the packaging”
- Additionally, the establishment number “P-32009″ is printed on the packaging of the recalled product. ” .
- The sausages were produced from Oct. 30-31, 2023.
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