The company maintained – and still does – that all these consumers in these different places were at fault because they did not properly refrigerate the juice, all at the same time.
All of these people fell into comas.
The juice was ordered off North American store shelves toward the end of September, 2006.
Carrots are grown in soil. Clostridium botulinum is everywhere. Sporulation is controlled by refrigeration. This was a failure by Bolthouse Farms, not consumers.
Now, the same company is recalling a selection of protein drinks due to possible spoilage that may cause the beverages to appear lumpy, taste unpleasant and have an off odor.
These products should not be consumed. The issue was identified after the company received consumer complaints, including reports of illness. The cause of this issue is currently under investigation.
The recall affects 3.8 million bottles that have been distributed nationally in the United States.
Bolthouse Farms is advising people not to drink these beverages and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For more information call 1-866-535-3774 between 6:00am to 7:00pm PST, Monday to Friday or visit Facebook/BolthouseFarms.
These folks really need to boost their food safety game.
