[va-richmond-general] WARNING/ALERT: Tainted Wild Bird Food

Note:  Sent as a public service to those purchasing wild bird feeding 
products.  Please forward to applicable persons.
 
Article link:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29622251/
 
Text: 
 
Dead Birds Found Across State Prompt Bird Food Recall
  
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - Several dead wild birds found across North Carolina have 
tested positive for salmonella, prompting an investigation that lead to the 
recall of a wild bird food, the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and 
Consumer Services said Tuesday afternoon. 

Kentucky-based Burkmann Feeds said it was recalling its Wild Birds Unlimited 
Wildlife Blend after tests conducted by the NCDA&CS revealed the presence of 
salmonella bacteria. 
  
The food was sold exclusively at Wild Birds Unlimited stores. 
  
“We are pleased that the testing has enabled us to remove contaminated feed 
from the market,” Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler said. “Food safety is 
a No. 1 priority for this department, for both humans and animals.” 
 
People handling contaminated wild bird food can become infected with 
salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands.

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