FSIS public health alert for raw beef and pork products without inspection
Key Questions
What is the FSIS public health alert about uninspected raw beef and pork products?
The FSIS has issued a public health alert for uninspected raw beef and pork products from Blackwing organic steaks, ground meat, stew meat, and chops lacking the EST.1996 mark. These products were produced from April 2024 to March 2026 and distributed nationwide from a facility in Lenawee, Michigan. Consumers should conduct broad checks due to potential bacteria and allergen risks.
What risks are associated with the uninspected Blackwing meat products?
The uninspected raw beef and pork products pose risks of bacterial contamination and undeclared allergens. Without proper inspection, these items may not meet food safety standards. Consumers are advised to avoid consumption and return or discard them.
What details are there about the peeled garlic recall?
Christopher Ranch and Garland brand peeled garlic sold at Tops Markets in NY, PA, and VT are subject to a Class I recall due to risk of deadly Clostridium botulinum (botulism). The recall covers all date codes and UPCs. This is a high-risk recall prompting immediate consumer action.
Uninspected raw beef/pork Blackwing organic steaks/ground/stew/chops missing EST.1996 Apr'24-Mar'26 nationwide MI/Lenawee; bacteria/allergen risks + peeled garlic botulism Class I Christopher/Garland/Tops NY/PA/VT UPCs all dates. Broad checks.