Listeria Concerns Prompt Sprout Recall
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Chang Farms (of Whatley, Massachusetts) has announced a voluntary recall of select Soy Bean Sprouts following the discovery of Listeria monocytogenes during FDA product testing.
The affected products were labeled under the Chang Farm Brand as “Soy Sprouts,” and have a “Sell By” date of July 17, 2009. The soy bean sprouts, packaged in 10 lb bags (bulk) and 12 oz plastic bags (retail), were distributed to retail stores and wholesalers throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York and New Jersey. To date, no illnesses have been associated with the consumption of these products. Click on the following link to view a copy of the FDA Recall Release.
According to the FDA, retail stores and wholesalers who have received these products should remove them from shelves. In turn, consumers are being instructed to either discard any affected products, or return them to the place of purchase for a refund.
