There’s another recall affecting sprouts, but this time it’s not the alfalfa variety. Instead, this sprout recall is linked to broccoli sprouts that have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. So far, the outbreak linked to the broccoli sprouts has sickened nearly two dozen people in multiple states. Here’s what you need to know.
What’s happened?
This week, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced another ongoing investigation linked to sprouts. This investigation involves broccoli sprouts produced by Evergreen Fresh Sprouts LLC of Moyie Springs, Idaho. The sprouts are believed to be the source of a Salmonella outbreak currently causing illness in people across multiple states.
On Thursday, the maker of the broccoli sprouts, Evergreen Fresh Sprouts, announced a voluntary recall of 215 cases of the vegetable.
The recall and investigation come after an earlier alfalfa sprout recall in August. That recall began over fears that alfalfa sprouts produced by Everything Sprouts of Minneapolis could be contaminated with both Salmonella and E. coli.
However, the FDA says it is investigating the new broccoli sprouts Salmonella outbreak independently of the Salmonella and E. coli outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts.
What products are being recalled?
According to the recall notice posted by the FDA, the recall involves 215 cases, comprised of 6/4oz bags per case, of broccoli sprouts produced by Evergreen Fresh Sprouts. The recalled broccoli sprouts:
- Were packaged in clear plastic 4oz. Zip-lock bags
- Have the UPC code 8 38796 00105 1
- Have Use By dates of 9/07/26, 9/09/26, 9/11/26, 9/14/26, and 9/16/26
Images of the recalled broccoli sprouts packaging are available here.
Where were the recalled products sold?
The recall notice says that the broccoli sprouts were delivered to three distributors in Washington. From there, the distributors may have delivered the sprouts to retail stores in three states:
- Idaho
- Montana
- Washington
The recall notice does not name the retailers who may have sold the sprouts. The FDA warns that the sprouts could have reached other states for sale.
How many people have been infected?
According to the FDA, the broccoli sprout-linked Salmonella outbreak has sickened 22 individuals in four states: Idaho, Montana, Utah, and Washington.
Of those, two individuals have required hospitalization. No deaths have been reported.
What are the symptoms of Salmonella?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says Salmonella infection symptoms can include the following:
- Watery diarrhea that might have blood or mucus
- Stomach cramps that can be severe
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Loss of appetite
The agency says the symptoms usually start six hours to six days after infection. Symptoms can last up to seven days.
What can I do to stay safe?
According to the recall notice, Evergreen Fresh Sprouts says anyone who purchased the affected broccoli sprouts should dispose of the product immediately.
The FDA advises retailers and restaurants not to sell or serve the recalled sprouts, and consumers not to eat them. The agency also says those who have the recalled sprouts should “carefully clean and sanitize any surfaces or containers that they touched.”
Evergreen Fresh Sprouts says consumers with questions can call the company at 1-208-267-4258.