2026 alfalfa sprouts foodborne illness outbreak
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Alfalfa sprouts linked to food-poisoning outbreak in 15 states
US healthcare officials said a food-poisoning outbreak tied to alfalfa sprouts had sickened people in at least 15 states.
In June 2025, the FDA sent a warning letter to Everything Sprouts identifying several points of concern from prior inspections.
The outbreak involved people with salmonella and different strains of E coli.
Multistate E. coli and salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts
The affected alfalfa sprouts were produced by Everything Sprouts and sold under the Calco and Everything Sprouts brand names.
The outbreak illnesses began in late May and continued through August 8.
Of the sickened individuals, 46 were infected with E. coli, seven with salmonella, and two with both pathogens.
Alfalfa Sprouts Recalled Following Salmonella and E. Coli Outbreak
The reported illnesses comprise 46 people infected with E. coli, seven with salmonella, and two with both pathogens.
Everything Sprouts, LLC issued a voluntary recall of its 5-ounce containers of alfalfa sprouts distributed since May 27 due to potential contamination.
Reported outbreak illnesses began between May 31 and August 8.
“During this outbreak we have tested our products daily and have not received any positive lab results. We continue to work closely with public health officials to investigate the source of this potential issue and will provide updates as they become available.”