Cloverbelt Lumber & Feed Co: Cloverbelt 38% Protein Concentrate Recalled for Possible Bone Meal Contamination

Agency Publication Date: July 20, 2004

Summary

Cloverbelt Lumber & Feed Co has recalled 18 tons of Cloverbelt 38% protein concentrate, which is used as a component for animal feed. This recall was initiated because the bulk feed product may have been cross-contaminated with prohibited material in the form of bone meal. The affected product was distributed to one specific customer in Wisconsin in February 2004.

Risk

The presence of prohibited bone meal in animal feed intended for ruminants is restricted due to concerns regarding the potential transmission of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE). Feed contaminated with prohibited mammalian proteins poses a risk to animal health and the safety of the agricultural supply chain.

What You Should Do

Identify if you have the affected product by checking for 'Cloverbelt 38%' bulk protein concentrate for animal feed with recall number V-127-4.
Immediately stop using this protein concentrate for animal feed and secure any remaining bulk supply to prevent further animal exposure.
Return the product to Cloverbelt Lumber & Feed Co in Conrath, Wisconsin, for a full refund or contact them directly for disposal and pickup instructions.
Consult with a veterinarian if your livestock have consumed this feed and you have concerns about their health.
For additional questions regarding this recall, contact the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at 1-888-463-6332.

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

Return for refund

How to: Return to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact the manufacturer for further instructions

Affected Products

Product: Cloverbelt 38% (38% protein concentrate for use in animal feed) in bulk

Lot Numbers:

Recall #: V-127-4

Date Ranges: Distributed around February 23, 2004

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 28442

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Cloverbelt Lumber & Feed Co

Sold By: Direct consignee distribution

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 18 tons of the Cloverbelt 38%

Distributed To: Wisconsin

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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Summary

Risk

What You Should Do

Identify if you have the affected product by checking for 'Cloverbelt 38%' bulk protein concentrate for animal feed with recall number V-127-4.

Immediately stop using this protein concentrate for animal feed and secure any remaining bulk supply to prevent further animal exposure.

Return the product to Cloverbelt Lumber & Feed Co in Conrath, Wisconsin, for a full refund or contact them directly for disposal and pickup instructions.

Consult with a veterinarian if your livestock have consumed this feed and you have concerns about their health.

For additional questions regarding this recall, contact the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at 1-888-463-6332.