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USDA Finds Violations at Boar's Head Plant Linked to Listeria Outbreak with Nine Fatalities

Aug 29, 2024, 10:30 PM

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has reported multiple violations at a Boar's Head deli meat plant in Virginia, which has been linked to a deadly food poisoning outbreak. The violations, detailed in newly released records, include the presence of mold, mildew, insects, and liquid dripping from ceilings. Additionally, meat and fat residue were found on walls, floors, and equipment. The plant's unsanitary conditions have been associated with a listeria outbreak that has resulted in nine fatalities. The records highlight a pattern of non-compliance with federal regulations at the facility.