Food Safety Alert: Salmonella Detected in Poultry Meal and Chicken Meal
On November 5, 2025, a significant food safety incident was reported involving the detection of Salmonella bacterial strains in poultry meal and chicken meal originating from the Netherlands. This incident falls under the category of bio-contaminants, which poses a serious health risk to consumers.
Salmonella is a well-known pathogen that can cause severe gastrointestinal illness in humans. Symptoms of salmonellosis include diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, and vomiting, which can lead to more serious health complications, especially in vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems.
The presence of Salmonella in poultry meal and chicken meal raises concerns about the safety of these products, which are commonly used in pet food and animal feed. It is crucial for manufacturers and distributors to take immediate action to ensure that contaminated products are removed from the market and that proper safety protocols are followed during food processing.
Consumers are advised to stay informed about this incident and to check any poultry meal or chicken meal products they may have purchased. Proper cooking and handling of poultry products are essential to minimize the risk of Salmonella infection.
For further updates and information, individuals are encouraged to monitor announcements from relevant food safety authorities and the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal.