Sandwiches produced by MG Foods of Charlotte, NC. have been recalled.  Product was distributed in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and West Virginia.  In many cases, sandwiches were sold through kiosks and vending machines at airports under the MG Foods™ and Fresh To You™ brands.  To date no illnesses have been reported from the recalled products. 

The value of surveillance for Listeria in plants is critical in averting outbreaks of listeriosis.  In the case of MG Foods, the recall will have an immediate financial impact but will permit decontamination with subsequent distribution of products hopefully free of infection.

Ignoring positive environmental samples is illegal and will have severe financial repercussions as evidenced by the situation created by Blue Bell Creamery in Texas, Maple Leaf Foods in Ontario and Tiger Brands in the Republic of South Africa.