FDA Investigates Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Poona Linked to Cucumbers

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The FDA (Food and Drug Administration), CDC (Center for Disease Prevention and Control), and state and local officials are investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Poona linked to “slicer” cucumbers, supplied by Andrew and Williamson Fresh Produce and grown in Baja, Mexico. This type of cucumber can also be called “American” cucumbers. According to the CDC, as … Continue reading FDA Investigates Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Poona Linked to Cucumbers

Extensive case of mislabeling: Investigation alleges Whole Foods Overcharges

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New York City's Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) said Wednesday 24 June that an ongoing investigation on Whole Foods Market stores has found systemic overcharging of its customers for pre-packaged food. The investigation by the DCA tested 80 different types of pre-packaged food from the city's Whole Foods locations (eight were open at the time of the … Continue reading Extensive case of mislabeling: Investigation alleges Whole Foods Overcharges