The Royal Ice Cream Company is recalling all batches of ice cream through date of expiry in response to detection of Listeria monocytogenes on processing equipment, creating the possibility of a foodborne infection.The recall demonstrates the need to maintain surveillance over both equipment and high-risk products to confirm freedom from the pathogen. 

The action taken by the Royal Ice Cream Company will prevent possible cases of listeriosis in the event that Listeria was transferred to products.  The commendable action by the Company in conducting assays and responding appropriately can be compared to the depraved indifference of BlueBell Creamery Inc. Management from the CEO downwards through QA personnel allowed release of product knowing that Listeria was present in both Texas and Oklahoma plants resulting in fatal cases of listeriosis.