Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Viruses in Fresh Berries and Frozen Fruits - April 1, 2014 to March 31 2016

​A targeted survey analysed 1,991 samples of fresh berries and frozen fruits for viruses. 99.6% of the samples were found to be free of viruses. Samples were analysed for Hepatitis A virus, and Norovirus GI and GII. Hepatitis A virus and Norovirus GI RNA were not detected in any of the samples tested. Norovirus GII RNA was detected in 7 samples. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency conducted appropriate follow-up activities for all viral RNA positive samples. No illnesses were reported in association with any of the positive samples.

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Title (French) Microbiologie des aliments - Études ciblées - Rapport final - Virus dans les baies fraîches et fruits congelés - 1er avril 2014 au 31 mars 2016
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Open Canada Date Published 2018-08-15 00:00:00
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