Basil Is Being Recalled in 10 States Due to Possible Parasite.
On Feb.
8, Shenandoah Growers, Inc.
Announced a recall of its organic basil due to a possible parasite contamination.
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A total of 3,240 clamshell packages pose a risk of Cyclospora contamination.
The recalled basil was packaged under the brands Shenandoah Growers, That’s Tasty and Simple Truth and sent to stores including Kroger.
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It was distributed to 10 states: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee and Wisconsin.
Only the lot codes PV40515 1034, PV40515 3034, PV40515 4034 and PV40515 3035 are affected by the recall.
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Cyclospora can cause intestinal infection with symptoms of severe pain, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting.
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Traces of the parasite were found during routine surveillance and tests by the FDA.
They pulled a sample from the bulk product, which originated in Columbia at a port of entry in Miami