Hepatitis A outbreak linked to organic strawberries being investigated
- 30-May-2022
Food safety regulators in the United States and Canada are investigating a Hepatitis A outbreak potentially linked to tainted organic strawberries that has sickened 17 people in the United States and 10 in Canada, the agencies said. Fifteen illnesses were reported in California, and one each in Minnesota and North Dakota, the U.S. Food and […]
Woman charged with contaminating strawberries with needles
- 12-Nov-2018
SYDNEY: A woman has been charged after a “complex” investigation into an Australian strawberry scare where needles were found stuck into the fruit, police said Sunday, in a crisis that sparked nationwide panic. Queensland state authorities offered a large reward and the national government raised jail terms for such crimes after sewing needles were found […]
Warning to cut strawberries issued after needles found in fruit
- 14-Sep-2018
SYDNEY: Australians have been warned to cut strawberries before eating them after sewing needles were found in several punnets, triggering the withdrawal of three brands from sale nationwide. Australian authorities earlier this week asked people to dispose of strawberries purchased from Woolworths Group if they bore the brand of Berry Licious or Berry Obsession after […]
Health benefits of strawberries
- 30-May-2016
Strawberries are one of the most consumed fruits in the world. It is used in desserts and also devoured due to its exquisite taste and health benefits.