Proven Winners 2021 Retail Resource Guide

March 1, 2021 Proven Winners

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El Abuelito Expands Recall to Include Queso Fresco, Quesillo, and Requeson Products Because of Possible Health Risk

March 1, 2021 FDA

El Abuelito Cheese of Paterson, NJ is recalling all Queso Fresco (Fresh, soft cheese), Quesillo (Oaxaca, string cheese), and Requeson (Ricotta) products, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

J&J Distributing Recalls Ready-to-Eat Meat and Poultry Salads and Wrap Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination

March 1, 2021 USDA FSIS

J&J Distributing, a St. Paul, Minn., establishment, is recalling approximately 33 pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry salads and wrap products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes (Lm), the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced.

The Very Good Food Company Completes Acquisition of The Cultured Nut

Cultured Nut is a plant-based cheese company with multiple innovative products in the market including block-style cheeses, cream cheese, and a plant-based butter, along with numerous products in development.

International Dairy Deli Bakery Association Cancels Tradeshow Event for 2021

Citing input from event exhibitors, members and the Board of Directors who represent the industry, the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) announced the decision to cancel this year’s event.