A tricky subject, I'm sure, but I confess that I have discovered moths in the kitchen again. I searched everything, open bags, leftover food, no cause found. One day later, I wanted to make some muesli, opened the closed box (Rotho, Swiss Made, from you) with 'Bio Knuspermüesli mit Waldbeeren' (organic crunchy muesli with wild berries), it was full of moths, and these cobwebs, then checked the next container, 'Alnatura Frühstücksbrei' (Alnatura breakfast porridge), also infested, although less so, then 'Bio 5-Korn Flacken' (organic 5-grain flakes), also infested, next container, Terrasuisse white flour, also infested, only the plait flour and the dumpling flour had no infestation. Everything is at most 3-4 months old. I really don't want to denounce anyone or anything, but how is it with you, other experiences? I actually follow all the rules you know, completely closed containers, and yet you still have these critters in them.
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5 years ago
I only have my flour from one mill, apparently the quality is better there. Closed containers and still infestation, so the infestation must have happened before you decanted it? Sounds strange. I only have spelt semolina from Allnatura. By the way, at least you have "food" there... there is cheese, bread, vegetables that somehow almost never get mouldy... Oh dear, throw everything away, clean... not funny. ?
5 years ago
Hello magoo, thank you for your post. Many natural products are susceptible to pest infestation. Manufacturers therefore treat vulnerable products such as rice, wheat, etc. with CO2 before processing. The natural gas contained in the air is harmless to health. Any pests and their eggs suffocate. This method is very efficient and represents state-of-the-art technology. An infestation is possible during the growth phase of the plant as well as in the stores or in the household. Despite all measures, an infestation cannot be completely avoided. The time of infection is usually difficult to trace, as it can occur at some point in the value-added process and during storage. Pests can enter the household passively with the food. Or, if they are already living in the home, they can actively enter food during storage. Pests react strongly to odors and follow them. In addition, the temperature and humidity in the kitchen are usually very favorable. In addition, eggs and larvae like to hide in cupboard cracks and are difficult to detect. Once established, pests easily infest other foods and can spread quickly and unnoticed. The only way to minimize the risk of infection or re-infection is to store cereal products, breakfast cereals, spices, dog flakes etc. at home in well-sealed containers such as cans and jars, which you already do. This not only prevents post-infection itself, but also the spread of pests to other products if an infection already exists. Unfortunately, sealed cellophane bags and boxes are no obstacle for grain moths. However, no one can rule out the residual risk of infection, as this is a natural process. We recommend that you check all food stocks carefully. It could be that the pests have also nested in other foods and can therefore infect your newly purchased supplies again and again. Best regards, your M-Infoline team
5 years ago
5 years ago
Hello magoo, thank you for your post. Many natural products are susceptible to pest infestation. Manufacturers therefore treat vulnerable products such as rice, wheat, etc. with CO2 before processing. The natural gas contained in the air is harmless to health. Any pests and their eggs suffocate. This method is very efficient and represents state-of-the-art technology. An infestation is possible during the growth phase of the plant as well as in the stores or in the household. Despite all measures, an infestation cannot be completely avoided. The time of infection is usually difficult to trace, as it can occur at some point in the value-added process and during storage. Pests can enter the household passively with the food. Or, if they are already living in the home, they can actively enter food during storage. Pests react strongly to odors and follow them. In addition, the temperature and humidity in the kitchen are usually very favorable. In addition, eggs and larvae like to hide in cupboard cracks and are difficult to detect. Once established, pests easily infest other foods and can spread quickly and unnoticed. The only way to minimize the risk of infection or re-infection is to store cereal products, breakfast cereals, spices, dog flakes etc. at home in well-sealed containers such as cans and jars, which you already do. This not only prevents post-infection itself, but also the spread of pests to other products if an infection already exists. Unfortunately, sealed cellophane bags and boxes are no obstacle for grain moths. However, no one can rule out the residual risk of infection, as this is a natural process. We recommend that you check all food stocks carefully. It could be that the pests have also nested in other foods and can therefore infect your newly purchased supplies again and again. Best regards, your M-Infoline team
Hello M-Team, thank you very much for your comments. But then it could be that organic products tend to be more infested because fewer/no pesticides are used. Nevertheless, I still buy organic :-)
4 years ago
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This is the third time I have found vermin and maggots in Migros semolina. I bought the last pack only recently and kept it very well sealed in a tin. The bugs were already inside when I bought it. I will never buy durum wheat semolina from Migros again.
4 years ago
4 years ago
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This is the third time I have found vermin and maggots in Migros semolina. I bought the last pack only recently and kept it very well sealed in a tin. The bugs were already inside when I bought it. I will never buy durum wheat semolina from Migros again.
Hello pesilulu, thank you for your message. I understand that this is annoying. In such a case, I recommend that you contact customer service in your store directly or get in touch via the contact form (https://www.migros.ch/de/services/kundendienst/infoline/kontakt.html). Best regards, Luisa
4 years ago
4 years ago
Hello pesilulu, thank you for your message. I understand that this is annoying. In such a case, I recommend that you contact customer service in your store directly or get in touch via the contact form (https://www.migros.ch/de/services/kundendienst/infoline/kontakt.html). Best regards, Luisa
Hello Luisa Thank you for your kind reply. Unfortunately, my Migros branch in Birsfelden does not take people seriously. I bought some sausages in the spring which smelled very unpleasant (probably from the gel on the sausages). I quickly disposed of them in the bin so that the smell didn't stay in my apartment. I then approached a saleswoman and told her this. I was not asking for a refund, but to inform the staff. Unfortunately, the lady just shrugged her shoulders and was not interested. I have also often noticed that expired items are behind the fresh goods on the shelf. Kind regards
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4 years ago
That's really disgusting and annoying. Organic products are often not exactly cheap. Thank God I've never had this before and hopefully it will stay that way.
4 years ago
4 years ago
That's really disgusting and annoying. Organic products are often not exactly cheap. Thank God I've never had this before and hopefully it will stay that way.
Actually, you only have to worry if there are NEVER MORE critters in it, because then it may be an artificially manufactured product! :-)
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4 years ago
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These little pests can be found in flour, muesli, pasta or chocolate. Don't worry, it can happen to anyone. Maggots appear wherever there are organic remains, sometimes a few splashes of sauce are enough. Try giving the cupboards and shelves a thorough dusting and throw the vacuum cleaner bag in the garbage can at the same time. Otherwise they can lay eggs in it. You can then clean the walls and cupboard crevices, corners and loopholes with vinegar. This will ensure that no moths can hide. As you have often had problems with moths, you could set up moth traps. I also regularly check my food for holes and keep my supplies as cool and dry as possible. The pantry should also always be ventilated. It's best not to store food for too long and to buy it fresh. PS: You can also make use of maggots in the garden.
4 years ago
4 years ago
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These little pests can be found in flour, muesli, pasta or chocolate. Don't worry, it can happen to anyone. Maggots appear wherever there are organic remains, sometimes a few splashes of sauce are enough. Try giving the cupboards and shelves a thorough dusting and throw the vacuum cleaner bag in the garbage can at the same time. Otherwise they can lay eggs in it. You can then clean the walls and cupboard crevices, corners and loopholes with vinegar. This will ensure that no moths can hide. As you have often had problems with moths, you could set up moth traps. I also regularly check my food for holes and keep my supplies as cool and dry as possible. The pantry should also always be ventilated. It's best not to store food for too long and to buy it fresh. PS: You can also make use of maggots in the garden.
In my case, the cause was old bread that I had collected for breadcrumbs. Then I used a moth trap until everything was 'dead' and good.