Black Angus Beef Taranaccio Biltong Recalled in New Zealand Over Food Safety Control Failures

July 14, 2026 New Zealand

Vacuum-sealed plastic package.

MeatUp Limited has issued a recall for Zaroa Meats Black Angus Beef Taranaccio Biltong (65 g) after identifying a lack of required food safety controls during production. The recall was announced by New Zealand Food Safety on July 9, 2026.

The issue relates to failures in food safety controls, which are essential to ensure food is produced, handled, and processed under conditions that minimize the risk of contamination and protect consumer health. As a precaution, the affected product has been removed from sale.

Recalled Product Details

The recall applies only to the following product:

  • Product Name: Zaroa Meats Black Angus Beef Taranaccio Biltong
  • Brand: Zaroa Meats
  • Pack Size: 65 g
  • Packaging: Vacuum-sealed plastic package
  • Use By Date: 06/10/2026
  • Batch Code: T60406

No other Zaroa Meats products are included in this recall.

Distribution

The affected product was not exported and was available only in New Zealand. It was sold at:

  • Parnell Farmers Market
  • 545 Parnell Road, Parnell, Auckland

The product was available for purchase on the following dates:

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026
  • Saturday, May 9, 2026

Consumer Advice

Consumers who have purchased the affected batch are strongly advised not to consume it.

The recalled product should be returned to MeatUp Limited for a full refund.

At the time of the recall, no illnesses or adverse health events had been reported in connection with the product. However, anyone who has eaten the recalled biltong and is experiencing symptoms or has concerns about their health should seek medical advice promptly.

Company Contact

Consumers seeking additional information or a refund can contact MeatUp Limited via email at: info@zaroa.nz

Source:https://www.mpi.govt.nz/food-safety-home/food-recalls-and-complaints/recalled-food-products/black-angus-beef-tarranaccio-biltong

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