Multistate Alfalfa Sprout Outbreak Triggers Nationwide Recall

A multistate food-borne illness outbreak has been linked to alfalfa sprouts grown by Everything Sprouts, LLC of Minneapolis and sold under the Calco and Everything Sprouts brands. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports 55 confirmed illnesses in 15 states, including four hospitalizations and no deaths. The outbreak involves Shiga toxin-producing *Escherichia coli* (STEC) and *Salmonella* Agona, with two patients infected by both pathogens.

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Alfalfa sprouts are prone to bacterial contamination because they are cultivated in warm, humid water. The Food and Drug Administration issued a warning letter to Everything Sprouts on March 28 2025 after an inspection found roof leaks, water intrusion onto sprouts, inadequate cleaning of irrigation hoses, and damaged plastic sheeting—conditions that can introduce bacteria.

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• Cases: 55

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• Hospitalizations: 4

Everything Sprouts Salmonella Outbreak Grows to 55 Sick

• Deaths: 0

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• Pathogen breakdown: 46 STEC, 7 *Salmonella*, 2 co-infections

Everything Sprouts Salmonella Outbreak Grows to 55 Sick

• States reporting cases: 15 (including Florida, Minnesota, Wisconsin)

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• Distribution period: May 27 2026 – August 21 2026 (CDC, Consumer Reports, FoodAlert)

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• Lot numbers: 222, 223, 225, 226, 230

Alfalfa sprouts recalled after 55 illnesses linked to E. coli and Salmonella in U.S.

• CDC: Advises consumers to discard the affected sprouts, return them to the point of purchase, and clean any surfaces that may have contacted the product with hot, soapy water or a dishwasher. Illness onset dates range from May 31 2026 to August 8 2026.

A Multistate E. Coli & Salmonella Outbreak Has Been Linked To Alfalfa Sprouts

• FDA: Conducted an inspection and sample collection on August 19 2026 and recommended a voluntary recall of the identified lots.

Company recalls alfalfa sprouts after CDC says 55 sickened in salmonella, E. coli outbreak

• The company reported daily testing during the outbreak and said no positive lab results had been received.

Everything Sprouts Recalls Alfalfa Sprouts For Salmonella & E. coli

The FDA’s 2025 warning letter highlighted persistent sanitary problems at the sprouting facility, classifying the findings as “Official Action Indicated,” the agency’s highest level of concern. Inspectors cited these deficiencies as possible contributors to the current contamination.

Everything Sprouts recalls alfalfa sprouts fingered in Salmonella and E. coli outbreak

• “The illnesses have been linked to eating alfalfa sprouts produced by Everything Sprouts, a Minnesota grower, and sold under the Calco and Everything Sprouts brands to restaurants and grocery stores,” — Minnesota Department

Company recalls alfalfa sprouts after CDC says 55 sickened in salmonella, E. coli outbreak

Federal and state investigators are continuing to collect epidemiologic, traceback, and laboratory data to pinpoint the source of contamination and assess whether additional products are affected. The FDA investigation remains open, and the CDC will update its public alert as new information becomes available. Consumers should monitor for symptoms of STEC (severe stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea) and *Salmonella* (diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps) and seek medical care promptly if symptoms appear.

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