Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Viruses in Fresh Leafy Herbs and Fresh Leafy Vegetables - April 1, 2017 to March 31, 2018 and April 1, 2020 to March 31, 2021

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The CFIA tested 829 samples of whole or trimmed fresh leafy herbs and 230 whole or trimmed fresh leafy vegetables for Hepatitis A and Norovirus GI and GII. 99.9% of the fresh leafy herb and 100% of the fresh leafy vegetable samples tested were found to be satisfactory. CFIA conducted appropriate follow-up activities. There were no reported illnesses related to these products.

Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Viruses in Ready-to-Eat Fresh-Cut Fruits - April 1, 2017 to March 31, 2020

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A targeted survey analyzed 1149 samples of ready-to-eat fresh-cut fruits for the presence of Hepatitis A Virus (HAV) and Norovirus (NoV) genetic material (RNA). HAV RNA was detected in 3 samples and NoV RNA was detected in 2 samples. The CFIA conducted appropriate follow-up activities. No illnesses were reported in association with any of the positive samples and no product recalls were required.

Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Scientific Publication - Norovirus GI and GII and hepatitis A virus in berries and pomegranate arils in Canada, 2016 to 2021

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Between 2016 and 2021, 4218 samples of fresh and frozen berries and pomegranate arils were collected at retail stores across Canada and tested for the presence of norovirus GI, norovirus GII and hepatitis A virus RNA. Overall, the prevalence of norovirus GI and GII RNA together in fresh and frozen fruit samples in Canada was 0.36%. None of the fresh or frozen fruit samples tested positive for hepatitis A virus RNA.

Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Viruses in Fresh Berries and Frozen Fruits - April 1, 2014 to March 31 2016

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A targeted survey analyzed 1,991 samples of fresh berries and frozen fruits for viruses. 99.6% of the samples were found to be free of viruses. Samples were analyzed for hepatitis A (HAV), norovirus (NoV) (Genotype I and II (GI, GII)) and human rotavirus (HRV) RNA. HAV and NoV (GI) RNA were not detected in any of the samples tested. NoV (GII) RNA was detected in 7 samples. The CFIA conducted appropriate follow-up activities for all viral RNA positive samples. No illnesses were reported in association with any of the positive samples

Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Bacterial Pathogens and Indicators in Frozen Raw Coconut Meat - April 1, 2019 to March 31, 2021

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A targeted survey analysed 584 samples of frozen raw coconut meat for the presence of Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella species, Escherichia coli (E. coli) O157, generic E. coli and Aerobic Colony Count. Almost all (99.8%) of the samples tested were found to be free of pathogenic bacteria. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency conducted appropriate follow-up activities and a food recall was issued by industry. There were no reported illnesses related to these products. Overall, our survey results indicate that frozen raw coconut meat sold in Canada are generally safe for consumption, however they can occasionally be contaminated.

Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Parasites in Imported Whole Fresh Sugar Snap and Snow Peas - April 1, 2016 to March 31, 2019

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A targeted survey on parasites in imported whole fresh sugar snap and snow peas analyzed 932 samples for Cyclospora cayetanensis (C. cayentanensis), Cryptosporidium species (spp.) and Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii). Of the 932 samples, 489 were also tested for Giardia spp. All samples were found to be free of parasites.

Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Viruses in Sun-Dried Tomatoes - April 1, 2016 to March 31, 2017

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A targeted survey analyzed 221 samples of air-packed sun-dried tomatoes for viruses. Of those samples, 99.1% were found to be free of viruses. Samples were analyzed for Hepatitis A (HAV) and Norovirus (NoV) (Genotype I and II (GI, GII)). NoV (GI) RNA was not detected in any of the samples tested. HAV RNA was detected in one imported sample and NoV (GII) RNA was also detected in one imported sample. The CFIA conducted appropriate follow-up activities for all viral RNA positive samples. No illnesses were reported in association with any of the positive samples.

Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Bacterial Pathogens and Indicators in Plant-based Ice Cream Alternatives - April 1, 2019 to March 31, 2022

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A 3-year targeted survey analysed 714 samples of plant-based ice cream alternatives for the presence of the pathogens Salmonella species and Listeria monocytogenes. All samples were also tested for total coliforms and Aerobic Colony Count. Overall, the survey results indicate that plant-based ice cream alternatives sold in Canada are generally safe for consumption.

Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Bacterial Pathogens and Indicators in Frozen Berries and Frozen-Cut Fruits and Vegetables for Smoothies - April 1, 2017 to March 31, 2020

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A targeted survey analyzed 2595 samples of frozen fruits and vegetables for smoothies for the presence of Listeria monocytogenes (L. monocytogenes) and generic Escherichia coli (E. coli). Additionally, of the 2595 samples, 1800 were tested for Salmonella species (Salmonella spp.) and E. coli O157. Salmonella spp., E. coli O157 and generic E. coli were not found in any of the samples. L. monocytogenes was found in 1 sample. The CFIA conducted appropriate follow-up activities. No illnesses were reported in association with the positive sample.

Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Bacterial Pathogens, Parasites and Viruses in Unpasteurized and High Pressure Processed Juices - April 1, 2016 to August 31, 2017

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A targeted survey analyzed 1,828 samples of unpasteurized juices and high pressure processed juices for bacterial pathogens and indicators, viruses and parasites. An elevated level of generic Escherichia coli was found in one sample. All other samples were found to be free of bacterial pathogens, viruses, and parasites. The CFIA conducted appropriate follow-up activities.