FDA Advises Restaurants and Retailers Not to Serve or Sell and Consumers Not to Eat Certain Frozen, Raw, Half-Shell Oysters from Republic of Korea Potentially Contaminated with Norovirus

April 17, 2024 FDA

The FDA is advising consumers not to eat and restaurants and food retailers not to serve or sell and to dispose of Lots B231126, B240103, and B240214 of frozen, raw, half-shell oysters processed by JBR (KR 15 SP) in Tongyeongsi, Republic of Korea on 11/27/2023, 1/4/2024, and 2/15/2024, and shipped to distributors in California because they may be contaminated with norovirus.

Hint & Feeding America Partner to Help Provide 1.75 Million Meals to Communities Facing Hunger

April 17, 2024 Feeding America

Through its “Hydrate to Donate” campaign, Hint has pledged to help provide 1.75 million meals to people in need in America. To do this, the fruit-flavored water company will donate $3 for each Feeding America bundle sold on drinkhint.com, Hint’s direct-to-consumer website, and $1 for each case featured in a Feeding America in-store display at retailers nationwide.

Sartori Cheese Releases Two New Flavored Cheddars

April 17, 2024 Sartori

An exciting take on Sartori’s Old World Cheddar, the subtle heat and satisfying spice of Sriracha Cheddar adds a flavorful pop to every plate. Italian Herb Cheddar is an ode to Sartori’s proud Italian heritage, combining a vibrant blend of rosemary, sage and oregano for a bold and zesty taste.

Cafe Spice Launches New State-of-the-Art Plant

April 17, 2024 Cafe Spice

Cafe Spice, a leader in the ready-to-eat Indian meal category, with additional operations in the private label, co-manufacturing, and food service space, has launched their second, larger, state-of-the-art facility, standing at 70,000 square feet, located in Beacon, NY.

Jamaica Conch Makes Waves as First Conch Fishery to Attain MSC Certification

The certification marks two firsts: the first conch fishery in the world to achieve MSC certification, and the first Jamaican fishery to enter the MSC program.