The State Food and Veterinary Office (FVO) has reported the detection of Salmonella contamination in poultry products sourced from ŽŪB „Nematekas“. Specifically, the FVO identified Salmonella Enteritidis within the chicken thighs manufactured by the company. Furthermore, testing revealed the presence of Salmonella Agona in a different product category: chicken thighs without bones and without skin.
The official labeling indicated specific shelf lives for the affected items. The standard chicken thighs were listed with an expiration date of July 13, 2026, while the processed chicken thighs without bones and without skin were marked with a shelf life until July 6, 2026. Authorities are currently investigating the scope of the contamination, and it remains unclear whether the affected chicken products reached consumers.
In response to the findings, Brigita Dapkienė, a quality specialist at ŽŪB „Nematekas“, issued a statement confirming that the company took immediate action upon receiving notification regarding the fresh poultry. The discovery prompts immediate attention to food safety protocols within the industry. Consumers are advised to review the product labels and follow the guidelines provided by food safety regulators.
The contamination alerts underscore the importance of rigorous quality control measures across the supply chain for all poultry products, particularly those involving raw chicken thighs and processed options like those sold without bones.
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