Boar’s Head Plants Found Under Unsanitary Conditions, USDA Records Reveal

Washington: So, it turns out that several Boar’s Head deli meat plants have been found to be pretty unsanitary. Inspectors found all sorts of gross stuff like meat residue, mold, and even insects. This isn’t just a one-time thing; these issues have been going on for about six years at plants in Indiana, Arkansas, and Virginia.

The USDA released these inspection records after some news organizations asked for them. They show that the problems at these plants are similar to those at a Virginia facility linked to a listeria outbreak that made a lot of people sick last year.

Boar’s Head has been known for its quality deli meats, but these findings are raising eyebrows. They said the conditions don’t meet their standards, but it’s hard to trust that when you see these reports.

After a listeria outbreak tied to their liverwurst last year, which led to over 60 illnesses and 10 deaths, they shut down one of their plants. Now, they’re facing lawsuits and a lot of criticism.

People are understandably upset. One man, Garett Dorman, is suing them after his mother died from eating their liverwurst. He believes they need to completely overhaul their safety practices.

Lawmakers are also getting involved, criticizing the USDA for not doing enough. They’re calling for a deeper investigation into the company’s practices. The USDA has promised to step up their game with more inspections and better training. Boar’s Head is even hiring a new food safety manager to help fix these issues.