An 11-week proof of concept (POC) saw Bio-Fence antimicrobial coatings applied to the floor and lower part of walls of a hot dog peeling room in a major sausage manufacturing facility in Israel.

Homestead Creamery Inc. recalled ½-pound unsalted butter that might be contaminated with listeria.

Limena LLC recalled 1-lb. blocks of Salvadorean semisoft string cheese (quesillo cheese) for possible listeria contamination

Public health officials are investigating a listeria outbreak linked to hard-boiled eggs used in salads at restaurants and grocery stores.

Mann Packing Co. recalled a large variety of bagged green beans, broccoli and other vegetables, along with veggie bowls and trays that may be contaminated with listeria.

North Bay Produce recalled bulk apples and bagged fresh apples because of possible listeria contamination.

Tip Top Poultry Inc. and the FDA provided a wider picture of the reach of a ready-to-eat chicken recall for possible listeria. The chicken went in heat-and-eat meals, sandwiches and deli salads at major grocery stores and a few restaurants.

Tip Top Poultry’s recall of ready-to-eat chicken for possible listeria has spread to more brands of chicken salad and packaged sandwiches, some sold at Walmart and Target.