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FDA Warns Against Everything Sprouts Alfalfa Sprouts After Illnesses

8/22/2026

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The FDA warned consumers to avoid alfalfa sprouts sold by Everything Sprouts.
The CDC reported 55 illnesses, including four hospitalizations, in 15 states.
Cases occurred between May 31 and Aug. 8, mainly in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Everything Sprouts recalled alfalfa sprouts under its Everything Sprouts and Calco brands.
FDA and CDC urged retailers and consumers to discard sprouts and clean contacted surfaces.

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The FDA warned consumers to avoid alfalfa sprouts sold by Everything Sprouts.
The CDC reported 55 illnesses, including four hospitalizations, in 15 states.
Cases occurred between May 31 and Aug. 8, mainly in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Everything Sprouts recalled alfalfa sprouts under its Everything Sprouts and Calco brands.
FDA and CDC urged retailers and consumers to discard sprouts and clean contacted surfaces.