In recent years, the food industry has witnessed an increasing number of product recalls due to potential food safety hazards. The latest incident involves Johnsonville LLC, which has issued a recall for its Beddar Cheddar Ready-to-Eat Pork Sausage Links. Such events highlight the critical need for advanced food inspection technologies that can prevent such issues and ensure consumer safety. This article explores how hyperspectral food inspection systems, developed by Automate and Control LTD, are revolutionizing food safety measures and assisting manufacturers in preventing costly recalls.

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4. Optimizing Food Safety Protocols: Incorporating hyperspectral food inspection systems into existing food safety protocols allows for a more comprehensive and efficient inspection process. These systems can be integrated seamlessly into production lines, providing continuous monitoring and real-time alerts in case of any anomalies. This proactive approach empowers manufacturers to address potential issues promptly, mitigating risks and safeguarding consumer health.
5. Compliance with Industry Regulations: Meeting regulatory requirements is crucial for food manufacturers. Hyperspectral food inspection systems help companies comply with food safety standards and guidelines by providing detailed data and documentation of inspection processes. This not only ensures compliance but also facilitates traceability and assists in audits, ultimately bolstering the company’s reputation and fostering consumer trust.

In an era where consumer safety and product quality are paramount, hyperspectral food inspection systems have emerged as a game-changer for the food industry. Automate and Control LTD’s state-of-the-art technology enables manufacturers to proactively detect contaminants, minimize the risk of recalls, and deliver safe products to consumers. By embracing these advanced inspection systems, food manufacturers can prioritize food safety, protect their brand reputation, and uphold consumer trust in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

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For More information on this safety recall visit https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/johnsonville-llc-recalls-beddar-cheddar-ready-eat-pork-sausage-links-due-possible

FSIS Announcement

WASHINGTON, June 15, 2023 – Johnsonville, LLC, a Sheboygan Falls, Wis. establishment, is recalling approximately 42,062 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) “Beddar with Cheddar” pork sausage links that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically very thin strands of black plastic fibers, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The RTE pork sausage links were produced on Jan. 26, 2023. The following product is subject to recall [view labels]:

• 14-oz. vacuum-packed packages of “Johnsonville BEDDAR with CHEDDAR Smoked Sausage links MADE WITH 100% PREMIUM PORK” with a Best By 07/11/2023 C35 code date printed on the back. 

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 34224” inside the USDA mark of inspection. This item was shipped to retail locations in Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma and Texas.           

The problem was discovered after the firm received one consumer complaint about the product containing very thin strands of black plastic fibers.

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of this product. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.  

FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers. Consumers who have purchased this product are urged not to consume them. This product should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify theircustomers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Amanda Fritsch, Consumer Relations Coordinator, Johnsonville, LLC, at 888-556-2728 or anachtweyfritsch@johnsonville.com. Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Stephanie Schafer, Director of Global Corporate Communications, Johnsonville, LLC, at 920-453-4826 or SDlugopolski@johnsonville.com. 

Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or live chat via Ask USDA from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Consumers can also browse food safety messages at Ask USDA or send a question via email to MPHotline@usda.gov. For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/.