June 17-19, 2023 from the Efoodalert.com:
Dan Next Import and Marketing Ltd. recalls GULLON ZERO Sugar free CHIP CHOC cookies (150g; All production dates) due to undeclared soy lecithin.
June 15, 2023 from the editor with information from 7-11::
An updated list of kosher slurpee flavors can be found at https://www.kashrut.com/consumer/slurpees
From 7-11: "This is a list of all of the known kosher Slurpee flavors currently in production and available in the United States.
Any Slurpee flavors beyond the list is being sourced by stores outside of approved channels and we have no documentaion of any kosher claims for them."
June 7, 2023: From the COR Detroit:
THE FOLLOWING NEW SLURPEE SYRUPS are Kosher and pareve (no symbol required):
June 8, 2024 Frosty Crossroads: The Kosher Chronicles of Slurpees in Israel and North America! from the COR Canada.
"COR has verified that 7-Eleven in Israel sells Coke products and they are certified by Rabbi Landau from Bnei Brak who is accepted by kosher agencies in Israel and aboard as a reliable kosher certifier."
June 8, 2023 from the London Beth Din Twitter:
Israeli Basil, Celery, Carrots, Potatoes & Baby Potatoes are on sale. They are no longer Shemitta produce so they may be purchased but require Teruma & Ma’aser https://kosher.org.uk/terumahandmaaser. For the list of produce to which Shemitta restrictions still apply, see >http://kosher.org.uk/shemittadates
April 30, 2023 from the London Beth Din:
Israeli Avocados, Dates, Grapefruits, Mandarins and Satsumas are on sale in UK shops. These are currently Shemitta produce and should not be purchased
London Beth Din list of Shemitta dates is here
Israeli Carrots are also on sale. They are no longer Shemitta produce so they may be purchased but require Teruma & Ma’aser to be taken.
Information on Tithing and Shmitta are found at https://www.kashrut.com/consumer/vegetables
June 12, 2023 from the FDA:
Willamette Valley Fruit Co, Salem, OR is voluntarily recalling select packages of frozen fruit containing strawberries grown in Mexico due to the potential for Hepatitis A contamination.
Products were distributed via the following retailers:
Recalled products include the following:
Walmart: Great Value Sliced Strawberries are packaged in a 64oz (4lb) 1.81kg plastic bag with the following codes:
Great Value Sliced Strawberries are packaged in a 64oz (4lb) 1.81kg plastic bag with the following codes:
|
Lot |
Best By |
|---|---|
| 4018305 | 7/19/2024 |
| 4019305 | 7/20/2024 |
Great Value Mixed Fruit, packaged in a 64oz (4lb) 1.81kg plastic bag, with the following codes:
|
Lot |
Best By |
Lot |
Best By |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4024205 | 7/25/2024 | 4033305 | 8/3/2024 |
| 4025305 | 7/26/2024 | 4034305 | 8/4/2024 |
| 4032305 | 8/2/2024 | 4035305 | 8/5/2024 |
Great Value Antioxidant Fruit Blend, is packaged in a 40oz (2lb 8oz) 1.13kg plastic bag, with the following codes:
|
Lot |
Best By |
|---|---|
| 4032305 | 8/2/2024 |
Costco Wholesale
Rader Farms Fresh Start Smoothie Blend, packaged in 48oz (1.36kg) plastic bag containing six 8oz plastic pouches. With the following codes:
|
Lot |
Best By |
Lot |
Best By |
Lot |
Best By |
Lot |
Best By |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4224202 | 2/11/2024 | 4363202 | 6/29/2024 | 4018302 | 7/19/2024 | 4043306 | 8/13/2024 |
| 4313202 | 5/10/2024 | 4364202 | 6/30/2024 | 4042306 | 8/12/2024 | 4060306 | 8/30/2024 |
| 4314202 | 5/11/2024 | 4017302 | 7/18/2024 |
HEB
Rader Farms Organic Berry Trio distributed to HEB packaged in a 3lb (1.36kg) plastic bag. With the following codes:
|
Lot |
Best By |
Lot |
Best By |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4153205 | 12/02/2023 | 4058302 | 8/28/2024 |
| 4283202 | 4/10/2024 | 4059302 | 8/29/2024 |
| 4284202 | 4/11/2024 |
Consumers are urged to check their freezers for the recalled product, not to consume it and either discard the product or return it to the store for a refund. Products that have different lot code or purchase dates are not subject to this recall.
Willamette Valley Fruit Co. is fully cooperating with federal health officials as well as our distributors to ensure consumers are alerted about the recalled Great Value Sliced Strawberries, Great Value Mixed Fruit, Great Value Antioxidant Blend, Rader Farms Organic Fresh Start Smoothie Blend, and Rader Farms Organic Berry Trio distributed by Walmart, Costco, and HEB.
Consumers with further questions may contact Willamette Valley Fruit Co. by calling 800-518-9865 Monday through Friday 8am-5pm PST.
A link to the CDC-FDA traceback investigation is at Multistate Outbreak of Hepatitis A Virus Infections Linked to Frozen Organic Strawberries
June 14, 2023 from the COR Detroit:
AM FRESH NORTH AMERICA GRAPEFRUIT, currently sold locally at Costco, are produce of Israel, as stated on the stickers, the plastic bag closure, and the case. (Pictures below.) These are Shemitah produce and should not be purchased. If already purchased, consult your Rav for guidance.
June 14, 2023 from the editor: Israeli grapefruit from the shmitta year has also been seen by a reader at Whole Foods.
April 18, 2023 from the editor:
Israeli grapefruits that are shmitta are being sold at Costco by Sunkist Grapefruit. Consumers need to check each bag or fruit if purchased separately to determine the country of origin of the fruit.
Currently, all citrus fruits from Israel until the next season in the fall are from Shemitah. Please consult your Rabbi.
Information on Tithing and Shmitta are found at https://www.kashrut.com/consumer/vegetables
June 7, 2023: From the COR Detroit:
June 14, 2023 From the Dallas K
Prime energy drinks in a can are fine.
Prime Hydration in a bottle, and all other Prime products, are not acceptable at this time.
June 14, 2023 from OK Kosher:
Nature’s Garden Peach Rings, Cibo Vita, Inc., Totowa, NJ 07512 is mislabeled.
A limited amount of Nature’s Garden Peach Rings, sold at Safeway, were mistakenly labeled with the OK symbol.
This product is not kosher.
June 14, 2023 from the COR:
An Ice Cream truck operating under the name Donkey Kone placed an unauthorized COR symbol on their truck. We were in touch with them and told them to remove the COR symbol from their truck. They have complied.
June 12, 2023: From the Toronto Scoop via social media and confirmed by the COR:
The Donkey Kone ice cream truck has been frequenting the frum neighborhoods in Toronto, Canada displaying a COR on its side. This is not under COR.
jUNE 13, 2023 from the CFIA:
Raspberries have been recalled becaue of Microbial Contamination - Norovirus.
Do not consume, use, sell, serve or distribute recalled products
Brand |
Product |
Size |
UPC |
Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Battaglia's Lorne Park Marketplace |
Raspberries |
1 kg |
8 88040 40010 9 |
Lot# 22227 |
June 7, 2023: From the COR Detroit:
SUGAR SNAP PEAS and SNOW PEAS: Last year it was discovered that these are infested with thrips on the outside of the pods. Currently, there are various opinions among the Kashrus agencies regarding washed, unwashed and frozen types, with some not recommending their use, and others allowing them with certain washing procedures. Regarding unwashed types, at the very minimum the following procedure is required:
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