Product recalls on frozen hamburger are not uncommon during any given year. The meatpacking industry can experience problems when processing centers accidentally introduce this fecal bacterium into ground meat. Which organism is commonly found to be the culprit?

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E. coli is commonly found in the intestines of cattle and can contaminate ground beef if proper hygiene and processing techniques are not followed. It can cause serious illnesses such as E. coli O157:H7, which can lead to kidney failure and in rare cases, death.

Product Recalls on Frozen Hamburger Are Not Uncommon During Any