Boar’s Head Plants Cited for Insects, Slime, and Unsanitary Conditions
Newly released federal records reveal unsanitary conditions at multiple Boar’s Head deli meat plants, including evidence of meat residue, mold, insects, and other violations spanning several years. These issues, documented in reports from Indiana, Arkansas, and Virginia facilities, mirror problems found at the Jarratt, Virginia plant linked to a deadly listeria outbreak. The company acknowledges the violations do not meet its standards, while government officials and families of victims express serious concerns and are pursuing investigations and legal action. The USDA is implementing new measures to improve food safety oversight.
John Q. Hosedrinker