Salmonella Tomato Alert-UPDATE

50% of Tomatoes Deemed Safe for Raw Consumption
Cherry, Grape and Tomatoes on the Vine Varieties not Subject to Salmonella Alert

Hello Baby Boomers,

The Nice folks over at Desert Glory have contacted me and they have a message for you.
They asked if we could shed some light on the Tomato and Salmonella Alert.

I for one think that the American Farmer gets a raw deal from the Government. What nation pays it’s farmer not to grow food? I have never understood that or the fact that they make you buy your seed from someone else instead of letting you use your own seeds.

Any who…this is a press release that was given in San Antonio, TX (June 5, 2008)…and personally sent to me as well.

Desert Glory who markets the NatureSweet brand, and are North Americas’ largest grower of greenhouse tomatoes, is calling attention to the fact that more than half of all tomatoes bought in grocery stores in the US are not subject to the June 1, 2008 Salmonella alert issued by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). According to the alert, FDA advised consumers in New Mexico and Texas to “limit their tomato consumption to tomatoes that have not been implicated in the outbreak.” The FDA noticed specifically stated that cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes and tomatoes sold with the vine still attached have not been implicated in the outbreak.

In a letter addressed to its customers, Bryant Ambelang , Desert Glory Chief Marketing Officer reinforces the safety aspects of its greenhouse operations. “All of our NatureSweet branded tomatoes are grown in a highly controlled greenhouse environment which allows us to regulate all aspects of tomato production and processing.”

Bryant Ambelang has indicated it is important that consumers understand there is significant availability of cherry, grape and on~the~vine tomatoes, which account for more than 50 percent of all tomatoes bought in U.S. grocery stores. Desert Glory says that food safety takes a top priority which is why the company invests in greenhouse operations, private wells, continual testing procedures and 100% product traceability.

“We absolutely insist that our customers can safely offer consumers the benefits of our best tasting tomatoes,” said Mr. Ambelang, “and if they have any questions about our safety practices, I encourage them to contact their Desert Glory representative or me at 210.408.8500.”

A personal peek at Desert Glory

Desert Glory, LTD , based in San Antonio , Texas is the leading grower of premium small tomatoes in North America under the NatureSweet brand. Distributed throughout the U.S, at major grocers, club stores and foodservice operators, NatureSweet tomatoes deliver the best tasting tomatoes with year~round availability. As the number one brand of vine~ripened cherry tomatoes in the U.S. , NatureSweet’s growing operations comprise nearly 1,000 acres under greenhouse and proudly employs nearly 5000 associates.
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So, now we know the bad ‘maters from the good ‘maters! I would like to tell you where to find even more information about Desert Glory.
On their web site, there are:

More information about tomatoes then you ever thought possibleAlso there is a little decal at the top right, of the web page, that tells you all about their tomatoes and the Salmonella issue.Don’t take my word for it go see your self at http://www.naturesweettomatoes.com.

I am sure that you will feel better about tomatoes then.
BUT…do not forget to wash all product,s regardless!

OH…human interest point…the nice PR person who sent me all of this great info is GREEN person. She takes the bus to and from work…good going Cassie! We applaud you.

Southern smiles and world peace,
~The Baby Boomer Queen~

Learn How to Grow Juicy Tasty Tomatoes

More Info on the Web…
http://babyboomeradvisorclub.com/salmonella-tomato-alert-symptoms/
http://babyboomeradvisorclub.com/salmonella-tomatoes-update-by-center-for-disease-control/
http://babyboomeradvisorclub.com/salmonella-tomato-alert-update-mcdonalds-says-no/
http://babyboomeradvisorclub.com/salmonella-tomato-alert-hits-kfc-and-taco-bell/
http://babyboomeradvisorclub.com/salmonella-tomato-alert-update-from-fda/
http://babyboomeradvisorclub.com/salmonellosissalmonella-tomato-alert-fda-to-identify-tomates/

CDC: http://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/saintpaul/

FDA: http://www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/NEWS/2008/NEW01848.html

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