Food Safety Authority Recalls Cork Cheeses – Listeria Risk
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Listeria Recall: Toons Bridge Dairy Ricotta and Buffalo ricotta Products in Ireland
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Updated August 29, 2025, at 05:24 AM PDT
What Happened?
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) has issued a recall for specific batches of Ricotta and buffalo Ricotta produced by toons Bridge Dairy in Cork, Ireland, due to the potential presence of Listeria monocytogenes. This recall follows a similar action taken on Thursday, indicating a possible ongoing issue.
The affected products include both 200g and 1kg sizes of each cheese type. The recall impacts batches wiht expiry dates ranging from August 28, 2025, to september 5, 2025 (with a gap on September 2nd and 3rd).
Affected Batch Details
| Product | size | Expiry Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Toons Bridge Dairy Ricotta | 200g & 1kg | 28/08/2025, 29/08/2025, 30/08/2025, 31/08/2025, 01/09/2025, 04/09/2025, 05/09/2025 |
| Toons Bridge Dairy Buffalo ricotta | 200g & 1kg | 28/08/2025, 29/08/2025, 30/08/2025, 01/09/2025, 04/09/2025, 05/09/2025 |
Consumers who have purchased any of the affected batches are advised not to consume them.Retailers are required to remove the products from sale and post recall notices at the point of sale. Wholesalers and distributors are responsible for contacting their customers to facilitate the recall.
Understanding Listeria and the Risks
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause listeriosis, a serious infection. Symptoms can include fever,muscle aches,nausea,and diarrhea. In severe cases, especially in vulnerable populations-pregnant women, newborns, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems-listeriosis can lead to sepsis, meningitis, or even death. The incubation period for listeriosis typically ranges between one and eight days,but can be longer in certain specific cases. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration provides comprehensive data on Listeria.
The FSAI’s recall request is a precautionary measure to protect public health. While not all batches are affected, the potential for contamination warrants a comprehensive removal of the specified products from the market.
What to Do If You’ve purchased Affected Products
- Do not eat the product.
- Dispose of the product