Sales of Fresh Tomatoes Suspended at 7-Eleven Stores
DALLAS (June 10, 2008) – 7-Eleven, Inc. will immediately suspend the use of tomatoes in light of the recent FDA reports warning consumers nationwide that a salmonellosis outbreak has been linked to consumption of certain raw, red plum, red Roma and red round tomatoes, and products containing these tomatoes.
The company is approaching this issue in a responsive manner and is discontinuing the use of all of these types of tomato products from its food offerings, with the exception of cherry and grape tomatoes included in 7-Eleven fresh side salads, which health officials say may continue to be offered. The company also is providing a sign for stores to alert customers.