Blackwing Meats Recalls Beef and Pork for False Inspection Marks

Blackwing Meats has issued a recall for several raw beef and pork products due to concerns about false inspection marks and lack of federal inspection. These products may pose a risk to consumer health.

Products Affected:

• 5-lb. box of 8-oz. packages of "BLACKWING ORGANIC MEATS ORGANIC BEEF NEW YORK STRIP STEAK," with "EST. 1996" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
• 10-lb. box of 16-oz. packages of "BLACKWING ORGANIC MEATS ORGANIC GROUND BEEF."
• 5-lb. box of 8-oz. packages of "BLACKWING ORGANIC MEATS GRASS FED ORGANIC BEEF STEW MEAT," with "EST. 1996" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
• 5-lb. box of 8-oz. packages of "BLACKWING ORGANIC MEATS ORGANIC BEEF STEAK STRIPS," with "EST. 1996" inside the USDA mark of inspection.
• 1-lb. package of "BLACKWING MEATS BLACKWING BEEF GROUND FROM ORGANIC BEEF," without USDA mark of inspection.
• 12-oz. package of "BLACKWING MEATS PORK GROUND MADE FROM ORGANIC PORK," without USDA mark of inspection.
• 12-oz. package of "BLACKWING MEATS Boneless Center Cut Pork Chops 2-6oz Made from Organic Pork," without the USDA mark of inspection.

Reason for Recall:

The recall was initiated because these products were produced without the benefit of federal inspection and may bear a false USDA mark of inspection. This means they could contain undeclared allergens, harmful bacteria, or other contaminants.

Consumer Guidance:

Consumers are advised not to consume these products. They should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase. For any health concerns, individuals should contact their healthcare provider.

Health Risk Information:

No illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with these products. However, the USDA FSIS is concerned that some products may still be in consumer or retailer freezers.

For more information, consumers can contact Roger Gerber, President of Blackwing Meats, at 847-838-4888 or [email protected]. For food safety questions, contact the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or email [email protected]. To report a problem, use the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System.