OMAHA, Neb. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved changes Nebraska Beef Ltd. proposed after the company recalled 5.3 million pounds of beef last week.
USDA spokeswoman Amanda Eamich said Thursday that the company's plan satisfies concerns raised after an E. coli outbreak. At least 41 illnesses in Michigan and Ohio have reportedly been tied to Nebraska Beef's products. The beef was sold to wholesalers and distributors for further processing. Grocery chain The Kroger Co. has recalled Nebraska Beef products from its stores in 22 states.