Food Microbiology – Targeted Surveys – Final report - Bacterial pathogens and indicators in seaweed salad – April 1, 2021, to March 31, 2024

Between April 1, 2021, and March 31, 2024, the CFIA tested 858 samples of fresh and frozen seaweed salad for the presence of E. coli O157, Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella, and generic E. coli. Of the samples tested, 98.1% were found to be satisfactory and required no further action. Samples that were found to be unsatisfactory underwent further actions, including further testing.