Salmonella found in shell hazelnuts
21 May - Canada: The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has expanded its warning to the public not to consume certain in shell hazelnuts because the products may be contaminated with Salmonella.
There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of the products that were sold in various weights or in bulk in Quebec.
The recalls are part of an on-going food safety investigation associated with a recall of bulk hazelnuts from the US and the CFIA said it is working with the recalling firms and distributors to identify all affected products.
The importer, distributers, and retailers are voluntarily recalling the affected products with dates ranging from 6 November 2012 to 16 May 2013 from the marketplace.