Urgent: Listeria Contamination in Spanish Meat Products – Expanded Recall Affects Multiple Brands
Madrid, Spain – November 17, 2025, 4:30 PM CET – A widening food safety alert has been issued by the Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) concerning the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in a range of sliced meat products. This isn’t just a minor tweak to a previous warning; the recall has been significantly expanded to include products from multiple batches and brands, prompting immediate action for consumers across Spain and potentially beyond. This is a developing story, and we’re committed to bringing you the latest updates as they become available. For those following Google News, this is a critical health alert to monitor.
What Products Are Affected?
The initial alert, issued on November 7th, has been broadened to encompass products manufactured by the same producer, now affecting several popular brands readily available in Spanish supermarkets. Here’s a breakdown of the affected items:
- Product 1: Chopped tin thin slices – Brand: Nuestra Alacena (DIA) – Batch numbers: 252761 (exp. 11/17/2025), 252771 (exp. 11/18/2025) – Weight: 150g
- Product 2: Truffled turkey with pistachios – Brand: Serrano – Batch number: 252771 (exp. 11/18/2025) – Weight: 150g
- Product 3: Turkey mortadella with olives – Brand: Table – Batch numbers: 252761 (exp. 11/17/2025), 252771 (exp. 11/18/2025) – Weight: 200g
- Product 4: Turkey mortadella – Brand: Table – Batch numbers: 252761 (exp. 11/17/2025), 252771 (exp. 11/18/2025) – Weight: 200g
- Product 5: Chopped Turkey – Brand: Table – Batch numbers: 252761 (exp. 11/17/2025), 252771 (exp. 11/18/2025) – Weight: 200g
- Product 6: Maxi turkey – Brand: Table – Batch numbers: 252761 (exp. 11/17/2025), 252763 (exp. 11/17/2025) – Weight: 325g
- Product 7: Maxi York – Brand: Table – Batch numbers: 252761 (exp. 11/17/2025), 252763 (exp. 11/17/2025) – Weight: 450g
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Where Have These Products Been Distributed?
The affected products have been distributed to several autonomous communities within Spain, including Andalusia, Asturias, Cantabria, Castilla-La Mancha, Castilla y León, Extremadura, Community of Madrid, the Basque Country, and the Valencian Community. Authorities are investigating the possibility of further redistribution to other regions. The AESAN is working with regional health authorities through the SCIRI (Coordinated System for Rapid Information Exchange) to ensure a swift and comprehensive removal of the contaminated products from store shelves.
What is Listeria and Why is it Dangerous?
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause listeriosis, a serious infection particularly dangerous for pregnant women, newborns, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Symptoms can include vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and in severe cases, can lead to sepsis or meningitis. While listeriosis is relatively rare, it has a high mortality rate, making this recall a critical public health concern. Understanding foodborne illnesses like Listeriosis is key to protecting yourself and your family.
What Should You Do Now?
If you have any of the products listed above in your refrigerator, do not consume them. Return them to the point of purchase for a full refund. If you have already eaten any of these products from the affected batches and are experiencing symptoms, seek medical attention immediately. Pregnant individuals are especially urged to consult with their healthcare provider, as listeriosis can cause miscarriage, stillbirth, or serious illness in newborns. Remember to practice meticulous hygiene in your kitchen to prevent cross-contamination – thoroughly wash surfaces and utensils that may have come into contact with these products.
The AESAN provides further information on listeriosis and food safety practices on their portal. Staying informed is the best defense against foodborne illnesses. This situation underscores the importance of robust food safety protocols and rapid response systems, and archyde.com will continue to monitor this story and provide updates as they unfold. For more in-depth coverage of breaking news and essential health information, stay tuned to archyde.com.
