2008 Press Releases
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12/22/2008
Cocoa products recalled for possible melamine contamination
12/17/2008
Health requirements for flying reindeer waived by State Agriculture Department
12/15/2008
Kashi GOLEAN Powder Chocolate Energy Shake Mix recalled for milk not on the label
12/08/2008
Coating Mix recalled due to unlisted buttermilk
12/08/2008
Walgreens teddy bears with chocolate bars recalled
12/05/2008
Pets for Christmas not a good idea
12/01/2008
Home Market Foods recalls frozen beef sandwich portions
11/21/2008
PANOS brands recalls Vegan Rella Cheddar Block
11/18/2008
Utah firm recalls some Lean Cuisine chicken meals
11/14/2008
Some Seattle Favorite Muffin Tops recalled for milk product not listed on the label
11/12/2008
Tofu Scramble recalled for milk not listed as an ingredient
11/12/2008
Nestle recalls Farinha Lactea Cereal
11/10/2008
Georgia Ag Department finds problem with frozen shrimp product
11/10/2008
Nestle recalls Nesquik Strawberry Powder
11/10/2008
Alabama firm recalls wieners
11/07/2008
Maine firm recalls frozen stuffed chicken Kiev
11/07/2008
Georgia Agriculture Dept. finds contaminated wieners
11/07/2008
General Mills recalls one day's production of Progresso Hearty Tomato Soup
11/03/2008
Some biscuits sold at Asian grocery stores recalled for suspected melamine
10/31/2008
Pecans named Nov. Crop of the Month
10/24/2008
National Program May Help Cover Certification Cost
10/24/2008
National program may help organic farmers cover certification cost
10/23/2008
Harry and David recalls product due to unlisted pecans
10/22/2008
Chicken-Basted Rawhide Chips Recalled
10/20/2008
Cookies recalled for possible melamine contamination
10/14/2008
"Kyosai Sengiri Daikon" Dried Radish Recalled Due to Unlisted Sulfites
10/14/2008
Kroger Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips recalled
10/08/2008
GA Agriculture Dept. finds melamine in candy
10/06/2008
McCormick recalls Enchilada Sauce Mix due to milk not listed as an ingredient
10/03/2008
Blue Cat Flavor Drink sold in Asian stores recalled for Melamine contamination
10/02/2008
Coffee recalled for possible melamine contamination
10/02/2008
Yulanpian brand dried bamboo shoots recalled for sulfites not listed on the label
09/29/2008
California company recalls White Rabbit Candy
09/26/2008
FDA updates melamine health advisory
09/25/2008
A barbecue sauce is being recalled for ingredients not listed on the label
09/24/2008
Pumpkin seeds recalled for unlisted sulfites
09/19/2008
Mut Gung Sweetened Ginger recalled for undeclared sulfites
09/16/2008
Some Margaritaville Tortilla Chips recalled for unlisted milk
09/15/2008
Mars Petcare recalls pet food
09/12/2008
Commissioner Irvin alerts Georgians to FDA advisory on infant formula from China
09/12/2008
Feline Friend License Plate Design Winner Announced
09/10/2008
All Lucky Country black licorice recalled
09/08/2008
Some Patak's Cooking Sauce is being recalled
09/05/2008
Last Weekend to Vote for Your Favorite Cats
09/05/2008
Hershey's Chocolate Shell Topping recalled due to undeclared almonds
09/05/2008
EGO Preserved Peaches from Malaysia recalled for undeclared sulfites
09/05/2008
Don't forget to prepare for your pets during disasters
08/29/2008
Impounded horses to be auctioned on September 20
08/22/2008
Vote on a New License Plate and Help us "Tag" A Winner!
08/22/2008
Some "HOT POCKETS PEPPERONI PIZZA" sandwiches recalled for contamination
08/18/2008
FDA warns against eating certain Bantry Bay Seafood mussel products
08/18/2008
Kroger recalls corn snack for unlisted milk
08/18/2008
Peppers Unlimited, Inc. recalls La Torre Jalapeno Nacho Slices
08/15/2008
Georgia Grown Food Show to attract food professionals to State Farmers Market
08/15/2008
Two Food Products Recalled Due to Unlisted Sulfites
08/14/2008
Nebraska firm expands beef recall for possible E. coli contamintation
08/12/2008
Georgia Ag routine sampling leads to FDA Import Alert
08/11/2008
Nebraska firm recalls beef that may be contaminated with E. coli
08/08/2008
Apply now for international marketing funds
08/08/2008
Registration still open for Aug. 21 Ethanol Workshop at Atlanta State Farmers Market
08/08/2008
Impounded horses to be auctioned on August 16
08/07/2008
Frozen breast tenderloin products recalled for being improperly labeled
08/07/2008
Food Show Highlights Georgia Grown Products
08/01/2008
Help Your Pet Beat the Heat
08/01/2008
Equine Tag passes thousand mark; Production to begin soon
07/25/2008
Georgia Jalapeno peppers and salsa found negative for Salmonella
07/25/2008
Publix recalls some cherry pies for soy ingredient not listed on the label
07/23/2008
Agriculture employees "take it on the chin" to conserve water
07/23/2008
Design Our Tag! Art Contest Opens for New Cat License Plate
07/22/2008
Korica Brand Mut Gung Sweetened Ginger recalled for sulfites not on label
Korica Brand Mut Gung Sweetened Ginger recalled for sulfites not on label
07/22/2008
Jalapeno peppers recalled after FDA test reveals same Salmonella strain found in illnesses
07/21/2008
Some jalapeno and serrano peppers and avocados are being recalled for potential Salmonella contamination
Some jalapeno and serrano peppers and avocados are being recalled for potential Salmonella contamination
07/15/2008
Pilot program to provide access to locally grown food
07/15/2008
Stuffed Chicken Lean Pockets recalled for possible plastic
07/11/2008
GA Agriculture finds contaminated tuna salad
Georgia Agriculture finds contaminated tuna salad
07/10/2008
Salmolux Inc. recalls Lox due to possible health risk
07/10/2008
Seventy-three horse lovers needed to make Equine Plate a reality
07/10/2008
Meow, Wow! Dog and Cat Sterilization Program Announces Mid-Year Figures
07/09/2008
Georgia Ag officials request disaster assistance for state's tomato growers
07/07/2008
Kroger expands recall to Private Selection
07/03/2008
Tomato Sandwich Day a juicy success; Georgia Grown proclaimed safe and tasty
06/27/2008
Protect your horses from EEE
06/26/2008
National Program May Help Cover Certification Cost
06/26/2008
Ag Commissioner says use the right octane; Lower octane can save you money
06/26/2008
Atlanta State Farmers' Market wins Beautification Award
06/24/2008
Summer produce season in Georgia
06/13/2008
Georgia grown tomatoes still safe, Irvin says
06/11/2008
Keep horses cool during hot summers
06/10/2008
Georgia grown tomatoes okay for consumption
06/06/2008
Mixed Berry Crunch Cereals recalled for undeclared tree nuts
06/05/2008
Horse Auction a Success
06/02/2008
Abbott recalls low-calcium infant formula
05/29/2008
Don't Let the Bed Bugs Bite
05/23/2008
Do not bring foreign pests home
05/22/2008
State to sell formerly neglected horses nurtured back to good health on May 31
05/15/2008
Equine Commission to Meet in Valdosta
05/15/2008
Census of Agriculture Forms Accepted Until Early June
05/12/2008
Ag Commissioner inspects storm damage at Macon Farmers Market
05/11/2008
GA Agriculture food scientists find contaminated salmon spread
05/09/2008
Company voluntarily withdraws soft serve product
05/08/2008
Equine Tag Passes Halfway Mark
05/07/2008
Department of Agriculture sponsors seminar For animal care volunteers in emergencies
05/06/2008
Lezza Blue Raspberry product recalled
05/05/2008
Gourmet Boutique recalls meat and chicken products
05/05/2008
Some cornbread and muffin mix recalled for soy ingredients not listed on the label
04/25/2008
Del Valle Clam Club product recalled for ingredients not listed on package
04/24/2008
Single serve chocolate Silk Soymilk recalled for undeclared milk ingredient
04/23/2008
Asian foods recalled for undeclared sulfites
04/17/2008
Fried dumplings recalled for unlisted egg
04/16/2008
"S'morestick Kit" recalled for unlisted milk
04/16/2008
Georgia Agriculture Department locks pumps at three Cisco stations
04/15/2008
Kroger recalls a Private Selection ice cream Due to unlisted allergens: eggs, soy, wheat
04/15/2008
Cattle in Clinch County poisoned by insecticide
04/07/2008
Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans Recalled
04/07/2008
Whole frozen cattle heads recalled
04/07/2008
Malt-O-Meal recalls two cereals for possible health risk
04/04/2008
GA Dept. of Agriculture bans Cogongrass
04/04/2008
Third Update on Honduran Cantaloupes
03/31/2008
Stonyfield Farms organic blueberry yogurt recalled
03/31/2008
Second Update on Honduran Cantaloupes
03/28/2008
Update on Honduran Cantaloupes
03/22/2008
Commissioner Warns of Salmonella Risk with Cantaloupes from Honduran Company
03/21/2008
Equine tag unveiled
03/19/2008
Fish batter mixes recalled due to unlisted milk
03/19/2008
Spelt bread recalled for unlisted wheat
03/17/2008
Ala. company recalls various giblet products
03/17/2008
Publix Recalls Pastries for Unlisted Milk Ingredient
03/14/2008
Student winners celebrate Agriculture Day at the Capitol
03/10/2008
Algae bloom prompts recall of Texas shellfish
03/07/2008
Irvin offers thanks for assistance in Kingsland investigation
03/07/2008
Agriculture Commissioner Irvin discourages giving animals as Easter presents
03/05/2008
Some Aunt Jemima Pancake & Waffle Mix Products Recalled for Possible Health Risk
03/05/2008
New York firm recalls meat and poultry products
03/03/2008
Some Gorton Battered Fish Fillets are being recalled
03/03/2008
International Trade Office Honored for Work with Marketing Program
02/29/2008
Statement of Commissioner Tommy Irvin regarding Jefferson County horses case
02/28/2008
Kingsland truck stops re-open following agreement
02/27/2008
Some Lotte Margaret Brand Korean Crackers recalled due to unlisted ingredients
02/26/2008
Georgia growers pass Vegetable Marketing Order
02/22/2008
Undeclared pecans in Mayfield Vanilla Classic Ice Cream
02/22/2008
Ag Department adds Trade Specialist
02/22/2008
Imported Grassplot brand Dried Pachyrhizus is recalled for sulfites not on packaging label
02/21/2008
GA Agriculture Dept. lifts bird quarantine at PetSmart stores
02/18/2008
Company issues largest ever beef recall
02/15/2008
Pokémon® Valentine Cards and Pops™ recalled for metal fragments
02/15/2008
Beef investigation focused on animal handling, not food safety
02/15/2008
Fuel blends rules go to Secretary of State
02/12/2008
Annie's Naturals recalls Vinaigrette
May contain soy and wheat
02/12/2008
Georgia Agriculture Department locks pumps
Inspectors find shortages at Kingsland truck stops
02/07/2008
New Era Canning Company recalls vegetables in #10 cans due to possible botulism risk
02/04/2008
Cibo Naturals recalls Classic Basil Pesto
02/04/2008
Olivier brand Parmesan & Asiago Dip with Garlic & Basil recalled due to botulism risk
01/29/2008
Commissioner Irvin gives food safety advice to kick off your Super Bowl Party
01/28/2008
Perdue Farms recalls some chicken products
Allergen Alert
01/28/2008
Ag Commissioner names Mary Greene as head of Equine Health and Animal Protection
01/28/2008
Brooklyn Company Recalls Sweetened Lotus Root Seed and Sweetened Coconut due to Unlisted Sulfites
01/19/2008
New Era Green Beans and Garbanzo Beans Recalled Due to Possible Botulism Risk
01/18/2008
Raja Foods Recalls Product Due to High Levels of Lead
01/15/2008
Gov. signs January Census of Agriculture proclamation
01/14/2008
Minn. firm recalls ground beef products due to possible E. coli O157:H7 contamination