Alfalfa Sprouts Linked to Illnesses in 15 States, F.D.A. Says

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1. 18d ago

   FDA Links Alfalfa Sprouts to E. coli and Salmonella Outbreak in 15 States

   Federal health officials have tied an outbreak of E. coli and salmonella to alfalfa sprouts sold in grocery stores. At least 55 people across 15 states have fallen ill. The FDA and other health authorities traced the contaminated products to a grower and company located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. These sprouts have been recalled as the CDC continues its investigation into the August 2026 outbreak. One reported illness occurred in Washington state.

   Why it matters

   Alfalfa sprouts are high-risk foods because their growth conditions can favor bacterial contamination. This outbreak follows a pattern of foodborne illnesses affecting multiple states. Health officials must determine the exact point of contamination to prevent further spread.

   What is confirmed

   • Alfalfa sprouts sold in grocery stores sickened 55 people in 15 states.
   • The FDA and health officials traced the contamination to a grower and company in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
   • Contaminated alfalfa sprouts have been recalled.
   • The CDC is investigating the August 2026 outbreak.
   • At least one person in Washington state reported an illness.

   What to watch next

   • CDC final report on the source of the contamination
   • FDA updates on the scope of the product recall
   • Additional reports of illness from the 15 affected states
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2. 22d ago

   FDA and CDC Link Alfalfa Sprouts to Multistate E. coli and Salmonella Outbreak

   At least 55 people across 15 states have fallen ill due to an E. coli and salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts. The FDA and health officials traced the contamination to a grower and company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In response to the outbreak, the contaminated alfalfa sprouts have been recalled. The CDC is continuing its investigation into the August 2026 outbreak, which has included at least one reported illness in Washington state.

   Why it matters

   Alfalfa sprouts are a common garnish that can carry pathogens if contaminated during growth. This outbreak is significant due to the simultaneous presence of two different bacteria and the wide geographic spread of illnesses.

   What is confirmed

   • At least 55 people have become sickened in an outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts.
   • The outbreak involves both E. coli and salmonella.
   • Illnesses have been reported in 15 states.
   • The FDA traced the outbreak to a company and grower in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
   • Contaminated alfalfa sprouts have been recalled.

   What to watch next

   • Further updates from the CDC regarding the total number of illnesses
   • Details on the specific cause of contamination at the Minnesota facility
   Sources used for this update (16)

   1. NBC News — Alfalfa sprouts recalled for E. coli and salmonella after dozens of illnesses
   2. ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos — At least 55 sickened in salmonella, E. coli outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts
   3. CBS News — Alfalfa sprouts recalled after E. coli, salmonella outbreak sickens dozens in 15 states
   4. Star Tribune — Health officials trace E. coli and salmonella outbreak to Minnesota alfalfa grower
   5. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov) — Where People Got Sick: E. coli and Salmonella Outbreak, August 2026
   6. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov) — E. coli and Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Alfalfa Sprouts
   7. CNN — Alfalfa sprout linked to food-poisoning outbreak in 15 states, health officials say
   8. The New York Times — Alfalfa Sprouts Linked to Illnesses in 15 States, F.D.A. Says
   9. FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul — FDA traces salmonella, E. coli outbreak to Mpls company
   10. KIRO 7 News Seattle — Popular garnish spreading E. coli and Salmonella, 1 person sick in WA
   11. CBS News — Minnesota safety expert shares guidance amid E. coli, salmonella illnesses linked to alfalfa sprouts
   12. Star Tribune — Minnesota grower’s alfalfa sprouts linked to illnesses in 15 states, health officials say
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