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title: Salmonella Contamination has been detected in 12 i fresh turkey meat turkey breast .
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# [Salmonella Contamination has been detected in 12 i fresh turkey meat turkey breast .](https://www.digicomply.com/food-safety-incidents/salmonella-contamination-has-been-detected-in-12-i-fresh-turkey-meat-turkey-breast-)

 Written by [SGS Digicomply Editorial Team](https://www.digicomply.com/food-safety-incidents/author/sgs-digicomply-editorial-team) | Feb 27, 2026 11:00:00 PM

**Food Safety Alert: Salmonella Contamination in Fresh Turkey Meat**

On February 24, 2026, a significant food safety incident was reported involving the detection of *Salmonella* contamination in fresh turkey meat, specifically turkey breast. This contamination poses a serious health risk to consumers, as *Salmonella* is a well-known bio-contaminant that can lead to foodborne illnesses.

The affected product was sourced from Portugal and has been flagged under the control category of food safety incidents. The Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF) has issued this alert to ensure that consumers are informed and can take necessary precautions.

Consumers are advised to check their kitchens for any fresh turkey meat, particularly turkey breast, that may have been purchased around the time of this alert. It is crucial to follow safe food handling practices, including cooking turkey to the appropriate internal temperature to kill any harmful bacteria.

In light of this incident, it is recommended that retailers and distributors take immediate action to remove the affected products from their shelves and ensure that proper sanitation measures are in place to prevent further contamination.

For further information on safe food practices and updates on this incident, consumers should stay informed through official food safety channels.

- **Incident:** Salmonella Contamination has been detected in 12 i fresh turkey meat turkey breast .
- **Date:** 2026-02-24
- **Product:** 12 i fresh turkey meat turkey breast
- **Market:** Available to SGS Digicomply users only. [Explore the platform](https://www.digicomply.com/explore-platform#food-safety-intelligence-hub) (for enterprises, no individual plans)
- **Origin of issue:** Portugal
- **Hazard:** Available to SGS Digicomply users only. [Explore the platform](https://www.digicomply.com/explore-platform#food-safety-intelligence-hub) (for enterprises, no individual plans)
- **Incident Category:** Control
- **Hazard Category:** Bio-contaminants
- **Source:** Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed portal (RASFF)

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