If that’s not possible, throw it out.”Arbuckle said a Listeriosis infection could be serious among vulnerable groups, such as pregnant women and their unborn babies, newborns, the elderly and those with weakened immune systems. For those in the vulnerable groups, it usually takes two to three weeks – or even longer – before symptoms appear. However, if you have consumed this product and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice, NZFS said. “As is our usual practice, NZFS will work with Goodfood Group Limited to understand how the contamination occurred and prevent its recurrence,” Arbuckle said. Sign up to The Daily H, a free newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 15, 2026 04:54 UTC