Poultry industry to cull 200,000 chickens after bird flu outbreak

The Chinese poultry industry has announced that they will be culling over 200,000 chickens after an outbreak of bird flu was detected in the country.

This is just the latest in a series of outbreaks that have been occurring across Asia in recent months. In South Korea, for example, over three million chickens have been culled in an effort to stop the spread of the disease.

While bird flu does not typically pose a threat to humans, it can be deadly for chickens and other birds. The virus can also jump to other animals, including pigs and camels, which could lead to a potential pandemic if it spreads to humans.

There is currently no vaccine or treatment available for bird flu, which is why it is so important to contain the virus through culling and other measures.

So far, there have been no reports of human infections with the bird flu virus in Asia, but health officials are urging people to take precautions against exposure.

California company recalls nearly 9 million pounds of frozen poultry

A California-based poultry company is recalling nearly 9 million pounds of frozen chicken and turkey products that may be contaminated with plastic and metal, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced on Tuesday.

The recall affects products sold under the brand names Pilgrim's Pride, Gold Kist, Sweet Georgia Brand, Pierce, Great Value, Hill Country Fare, Food Lion, Bottom Dollar Food and Kroger Private Selection. They were shipped to stores in 26 states across the country.

The USDA said that the products may be contaminated with "extraneous materials," including "plastic and metal." So far, there have been no confirmed reports of injuries or adverse reactions linked to the recalled poultry.

Pilgrim's Pride Corporation is recalling approximately 8.7 million pounds of various frozen chicken products that were produced from July 26, 2016 to January 29, 2017, the US Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced February 7.

The recall includes items sold under the brand names Pilgrim's Pride, Gold Kist, Sweet Georgia Brand, Pierce, Great Value, Hill Country Fare, Food Lion, Bottom Dollar Food and Kroger Private Selection. The products were shipped to retailers in 26 states across the country.

"The problem was discovered when FSIS received consumer complaints about extraneous material in these products," the agency said in a statement on its website.

So far there have been no confirmed reports of injuries or adverse reactions linked to the recalled poultry. Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a healthcare provider.

More than 5,000 pounds of raw poultry suspected to have been contaminated with salmonella

More than 5,000 pounds of raw poultry from Foster Farms have been recalled because they are suspected of being contaminated with the salmonella bacteria. This includes both fresh and frozen chicken products that were shipped to retail stores in California, Oregon, and Washington.

The company has issued a warning to consumers who may have bought any of these products not to eat them. They should be thrown away or returned to the store where they were purchased.

So far, no illnesses have been reported as a result of this contamination, but it is still important for people who have bought any of these products to take action. Salmonella can cause severe illness, especially in young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms include fever, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and headache. In some cases, it can lead to more serious health problems such as joint inflammation and even death.

This latest salmonella outbreak is yet another reminder of the importance of properly cooking poultry before eating it. Foster Farms has issued a number of warnings in the past about their products being contaminated with this bacteria, but apparently many people are still not taking the necessary precautions.

It is also important to remember that other types of meat can be infected with salmonella as well. Pork and beef are two common sources of this bacteria, so it is important to cook them thoroughly as well.

Tyson recalls over 36,000 pounds of chicken nuggets due to possible contamination

On Monday, Tyson Foods Inc. announced that it was recalling over 36,000 pounds of chicken nuggets due to possible contamination with rubber.

The recall applies to 5-pound bags of " Tyson Fully Cooked Panko Chicken Nuggets" that were produced on November 26, 2018. The nuggets have the establishment number "P-13556" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

According to a statement from the USDA, the department "is concerned that some product may be in consumers' refrigerators." The nuggets should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

This is not the first time that Tyson has had to issue a recall for chicken nuggets. In 2017, the company recalled 36,000 pounds of chicken nuggets due to possible contamination with rubber and plastic.

CDC warns consumers not to eat any raw turkey products due to salmonella outbreak

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning consumers not to eat any raw turkey products due to a salmonella outbreak. So far, 164 people have been infected with the outbreak strain of salmonella, including one person who has died.

symptoms of salmonella include fever, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps. The illness usually lasts four to seven days, and most people recover without treatment. However, in some cases, the infection can be serious or even fatal.

The CDC advises consumers not to eat any raw turkey products, including ground turkey, turkey breasts, or turkey burgers. It is also important to wash your hands thoroughly after handling raw turkey products.

If you think you may have been infected with salmonella, see your doctor immediately.