Magnolia Bird Farm, Inc. Recalls Peanuts and Seed Mixes Due to Salmonella Contamination

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 15, 2012 – Magnolia Bird Farm, Incorporated, of Anaheim, California, is recalling Raw and Roasted In-shell Peanuts and Magnolia Bird Farm Bird seed mixes that contain peanuts, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The peanuts contained in the mixes are being recalled by Sunland, Incorporated, of Portola, New Mexico.

“Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Animals with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some animals will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy animals can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your animals have consumed the recalled product and have these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

No illnesses have been reported in association to the recall.

Products were distributed (October 12, 2011 to October 12, 2012). Peanuts in the original Sunland yellow mesh bag will have either best by dates from October 12, 2012 through October 12, 2013 on the packaging, or a “Crop Year” marking on the package of 2011 or 2012, up to and including October 12, 2012.

Consumers who have purchased Raw and Roasted In-shell Peanuts, and/or Magnolia Bird Farm Seeds containing peanuts, are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund, or dispose of them immediately.  Consumers with questions may contact Magnolia Bird Farm, 714-527-3387 for further information on the recall.  Hours and days of business are Tuesday through Saturday, 9 A.M to 5 P.M. PST.

PRODUCTS INCLUDED IN RECALL:

Sunland Peanuts in Shell	2 lbs., 5 lbs., 10 lbs., 25 lbs., 50 lbs.	2 lbs. clear plastic; 5 lbs. & 10 lbs. in brown Kraft bag; 25 & 50 lbs. in white paper bag
Hulled Peanuts	2 lbs., 5 lbs., 10 lbs., 25 lbs., 50 lbs.	2 lbs. clear plastic; 5 lbs. & 10 lbs. in brown Kraft bag; 25 & 50 lbs. in white paper bag
Magnolia Bird Farm Conure Mix	2 lbs., 5 lbs., 10 lbs., 25 lbs., 50 lbs.	2 lbs. clear plastic; 5 lbs. & 10 lbs. in brown Kraft bag; 25 & 50 lbs. in white paper bag
Magnolia Bird Farm Large Hookbill	2 lbs., 5 lbs., 10 lbs., 25 lbs., 50 lbs.	2 lbs. clear plastic; 5 lbs. & 10 lbs. in brown Kraft bag; 25 & 50 lbs. in white paper bag
Magnolia Bird Farm Hookbill Supreme	2 lbs., 5 lbs., 10 lbs., 25 lbs., 50 lbs.	2 lbs. clear plastic; 5 lbs. & 10 lbs. in brown Kraft bag; 25 & 50 lbs. in white paper bag
Magnolia Bird Farm Parrot Mix	3 lbs., 5 lbs., 10 lbs., 25 lbs., 50 lbs.	3 lbs. clear plastic; 5 & 10 lbs. in brown Kraft bag;  25 & 50 lbs. in white paper b

Source: FDA Press Release