| Cargill has initiated a voluntary recall of select Southern States® feed due to aflatoxin levels that exceed FDA’s standards. The affected products, which were manufactured in North Carolina and sold throughout the eastern United States, were removed from retail shelves throughout February, March, and April 2019. Aflatoxin is a byproduct of a mold, and exposed horses are at risk of several health hazards and even death. Aflatoxicosis affects the liver and horses suffering from aflatoxicosis show signs of cough, depression, fever, tremor, ataxia and lack of appetite.
The recall effects “Southern States Triple 10 (CN)”, 50 lb. feed bags with Lot Code “N9043” and Product Code”554270”. The feed was made in February and has a 60 day shelf life. The affected products were recalled from retail outlets and distributors, but consumers who have any of the affected product in their possession should return it to their local dealer or retailer for a replacement or full refund. For more information, call 800-822-1012 (Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time).
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/cargill-conducts-voluntary-recall-select-southern-statesr-feed-due-highexcessiveor-elevated |
