Recall of a batch of Macroom Buffalo Buffaloumi due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes
Tuesday, 30 September 2025
| Alert Summary | |
|---|---|
| Category 1: | For Action |
| Alert Notification: | 2025.51 |
| Product Identification: | Macroom Buffalo Buffaloumi; pack size: 180g |
| Batch Code | 3107; use by date: 20.01.26 |
| Country Of Origin: | Ireland |
Message:
The above batch of Macroom Buffalo Buffaloumi is being recalled due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.
Nature Of Danger:
Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.
Action Required:
Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:
Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batch from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.
Wholesalers and distributors are requested to contact their affected customers and recall the implicated batch and provide a point-of-sale recall notice to their retail customers.
Consumers:
Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batch.
