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Food Safety Alert: Detection of Listeria Monocytogenes in Enoki Mushrooms
On November 21, 2025, a significant food safety incident was reported involving the detection of Listeria Monocytogenes in enoki mushrooms. This bio-contaminant poses serious health risks, particularly to vulnerable populations such as pregnant women, newborns, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems.
The source of the contamination has been traced back to enoki mushrooms imported from China. The presence of Listeria Monocytogenes in food products can lead to listeriosis, a severe infection that can result in symptoms such as fever, muscle aches, and gastrointestinal distress. In severe cases, it can lead to more serious complications, including meningitis and septicemia.
Consumers are advised to exercise caution and avoid consuming enoki mushrooms until further notice. It is essential for retailers and food service establishments to ensure that any enoki mushrooms in their inventory are removed from sale and properly disposed of to prevent any potential health risks.
This incident has been reported to the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF), which plays a crucial role in monitoring food safety across Europe. Authorities are currently investigating the source of the contamination and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
For further information and guidance, consumers are encouraged to stay informed through official food safety channels.
- Incident: Listeria Monocytogenes has been detected in Enoki Mushrooms.
- Date: 2025-11-21
- Product: Enoki Mushrooms
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- Origin of issue: China
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- Incident Category: Control
- Hazard Category: Bio-contaminants
- Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)
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