Kapowsin Meats Whole Hog Roasters for Barbeque for Possible Salmonella

Agency Publication Date: July 20, 2016

Summary

Whole hog roasters prepared for barbeque by Kapowsin Meats are the subject of a public health alert due to possible Salmonella contamination. This alert was issued after an investigation linked three reported illnesses in Washington state to the consumption of these products between July 5 and July 7, 2016. FSIS is currently working with the company to identify all specific products that need to be removed from sale. If you have purchased one of these whole hogs, you should return it to the place of purchase for a refund or throw it away.

Risk

Eating food contaminated with Salmonella can cause salmonellosis, a common bacterial foodborne illness that leads to diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever. While most people recover on their own, the infection can be severe enough to require hospitalization, especially for older adults, infants, and people with weakened immune systems.

What You Should Do

This public health alert affects whole hog roasters intended for barbeque produced by Kapowsin Meats. Specific identifying codes and sell-by dates are still being determined as the investigation continues.
If you are preparing a whole pig for roasting, keep the meat cold (on ice or refrigerated) until it is time to cook, and ensure it is wrapped in plastic to prevent juices from leaking.
Use a food thermometer to confirm the pork has reached a minimum internal temperature of 145°F with a three-minute rest time. Check the temperature in multiple locations, including near the bone.
Thoroughly wash any surfaces, utensils, or hands that come into contact with the raw pig using hot, soapy water to prevent the spread of bacteria.
Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, throw it away, or contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
Call the USDA Meat & Poultry Hotline at 1-888-674-6854 for additional information or questions regarding this alert.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Full Refund

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

Option 2: Dispose of Product

How to: Throw the product away.

Affected Products

Product: Whole Hog Roasters for Barbequeby Kapowsin Meats

Date Ranges: Illness onset dates July 5, 2016 to July 7, 2016

Specific product identifiers are being identified; alert issued based on epidemiological link to Kapowsin Meats.

Additional Information

Agency: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Recall ID: pha-072016

Status: Active

Distributed To: Washington

Classification: Public Health Alert

Agency Last Updated: September 16, 2021

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Summary

Risk

What You Should Do

This public health alert affects whole hog roasters intended for barbeque produced by Kapowsin Meats. Specific identifying codes and sell-by dates are still being determined as the investigation continues.

If you are preparing a whole pig for roasting, keep the meat cold (on ice or refrigerated) until it is time to cook, and ensure it is wrapped in plastic to prevent juices from leaking.

Use a food thermometer to confirm the pork has reached a minimum internal temperature of 145°F with a three-minute rest time. Check the temperature in multiple locations, including near the bone.

Thoroughly wash any surfaces, utensils, or hands that come into contact with the raw pig using hot, soapy water to prevent the spread of bacteria.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, throw it away, or contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

Call the USDA Meat & Poultry Hotline at 1-888-674-6854 for additional information or questions regarding this alert.