Background: Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Korovi (antigenic formula 1,4,[5],12,[27]:y:e,n,x) is a serovar of the O:4 (B) serogroup. This is a very rare serovar; one report in Italy found S. Ball in wild boars and a recent report identified this serovar in black pepper from Hungary.
Animal reservoir: Not clear
Geographical distribution: Not clear
Outbreaks: S. Korovi has not been linked with outbreaks.
Regulatory Actions: S. Korovi has been linked to the following regulatory actions:
| Year | Location | Suspect Food | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Finland | cassava flour from Uganda | Border Rejectiontesting & border rejection |
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