https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-statesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-stateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-states#u119683Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:05:34 +0000Federal health officials and state agencies continue investigating 108 illnesses across 19 states tied to contaminated sprouts, with 55 cases linked directly to E. coli and Salmonella. The outbreak response has already prompted alfalfa sprouting seed recalls from Berlin Seeds in Ohio and Todd's Seeds LLC in Tennessee. LEASA Industries Co. Inc. of Miami, Florida, has issued a separate alfalfa sprout recall over E. coli concerns. While the initial seed recalls gained widespread attention, the Miami recall appeared only on an obscure Food and Drug Administration enforcement report.Why it mat https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-stateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-states#u115039Sun, 11 Oct 2026 01:50:50 +0000The recall of alfalfa sprouting seeds has been expanded due to reports of illnesses. Berlin Seeds of Ohio and Todd's Seeds LLC of Tennessee have issued recalls. The outbreaks are linked to contaminated alfalfa and broccoli sprouts. The FDA and CDC are investigating 108 illnesses in 19 states, with 55 cases attributed to E. coli and Salmonella contamination.Why it mattersThe expanded recall and ongoing investigation highlight concerns about food safety and the risk of contamination in sprouting seeds. The outbreaks have affected multiple states, prompting a coordinated response from health https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-stateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-states#u110680Thu, 08 Oct 2026 22:03:08 +0000A recall of alfalfa sprouting seeds has been expanded after reports of 108 illnesses in 19 states, with 55 cases attributed to E. coli and Salmonella contamination. Berlin Seeds of Millersburg, Ohio, and Todd's Seeds LLC of Cookeville, TN, have issued recalls. The outbreaks have been linked to contaminated alfalfa and broccoli sprouts. The FDA and CDC are investigating.Why it mattersThe ongoing outbreaks highlight the risk of contamination in sprout production and the importance of effective recalls. Consumers are advised to check for recalled products and follow proper handling and cooki https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-stateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-states#u107656Tue, 06 Oct 2026 22:23:43 +0000The CDC reports 76 people in 16 states are sick from alfalfa sprouts contaminated with E. coli and Salmonella. Berlin Seeds of Millersburg, Ohio, recalled 950 pounds of alfalfa sprouting seed. A separate Salmonella outbreak involving broccoli sprouts from Evergreen Fresh Sprouts LLC has sickened 32 people across six states. The FDA and CDC are investigating the multistate outbreak.Why it mattersThe outbreak involves contamination from both E. coli and Salmonella. The affected sprouts were produced by Everything Sprouts, a Minnesota grower, and sold under the Calco and Everything Sprouts brands https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-stateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-states#u100863Mon, 05 Oct 2026 01:45:30 +0000The CDC reports 76 people in 16 states are sick from alfalfa sprouts linked to a single seed lot. This follows earlier reports of 55 illnesses. The outbreak involves contamination from both E. coli and Salmonella. Berlin Seeds of Millersburg, Ohio, previously recalled 950 pounds of alfalfa sprouting seed due to potential Shiga toxin-producing E. coli and Salmonella. A separate Salmonella outbreak involving broccoli sprouts from Evergreen Fresh Sprouts LLC has sickened 32 people across six states as of September 29.Why it mattersSprouts are high-risk foods for bacterial growth. Federal regulato https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-stateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-states#u88056Tue, 29 Sep 2026 08:11:34 +0000Berlin Seeds of Millersburg, Ohio, recalled 950 pounds of alfalfa sprouting seed after products were linked to potential contamination with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli and Salmonella. The recall follows an expansion in a separate Salmonella outbreak tied to broccoli sprouts from Evergreen Fresh Sprouts LLC, which grew to 32 confirmed patients across six states as of September 24. Federal health regulators are actively tracking multiple foodborne outbreaks nationwide as investigations continue into bacterial contamination across various produce items.Why it mattersSprout-related food safety i https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-stateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-states#u82564Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:30:38 +0000Federal health regulators have elevated a bacterial contamination warning for packaged sprouts to the highest risk category following a multistate outbreak. Across 15 states in the Midwest, Northeast, and South, 55 illnesses are now reported in connection with the bacteria. The escalation indicates a reasonable probability of death or serious adverse health consequences from the recalled produce. This development compounds recent food safety scares involving other items such as pistachio nut butter, lettuce, eggs, and jalapeños nationwide.Why it mattersFoodborne pathogen outbreaks linked to fr https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-stateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-states#u66594Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:38:04 +0000Evergreen Fresh Sprouts LLC recalled 215 cases of broccoli sprouts on September 10, 2026, due to potential Salmonella contamination. The company is based in Moyie Springs, Idaho. This action follows a multistate salmonella outbreak that previously sickened 22 people and led to two hospitalizations. Separately, Walmart is recalling Bettergoods pistachio nut butter across 19 states after tests detected Salmonella. These events contribute to a broader trend of foodborne illness outbreaks involving lettuce, eggs, and jalapeños across the United States.Why it mattersSalmonella outbreaks linked to E https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-stateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-states#u64876Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:10:58 +0000Recalled broccoli sprouts are blamed for a multistate salmonella outbreak that has sickened nearly two dozen people across four states, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention investigating the cluster. The outbreak involves 22 illnesses and two hospitalizations. Meanwhile, a separate salmonella outbreak has been traced to Evergreen Sprouts, marking the third outbreak since 2011 linked to that specific grower. Additionally, Great Value frozen berries sold at Walmart face a separate recall due to possible E. coli contamination.Why it mattersFood safety investigations frequently moni https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-stateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-states#u54837Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:55:36 +0000Everything Sprouts, LLC expanded its nationwide recall on August 28, 2026, to include specific lots of Robust Radish Sprout Mix. The move follows the discovery of life-threatening pathogens in additional batches. The outbreak has caused 55 illnesses and four hospitalizations across 15 states. Federal investigators are currently examining a seed supplier as a potential common link between the Salmonella and E. coli contaminations.Why it mattersAlfalfa sprouts were the initial focus of the recall. The Department of Agriculture estimates one in six Americans face foodborne illness every year. FDA https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-stateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-states#u52051Sun, 30 Aug 2026 06:05:23 +0000A national recall of alfalfa sprouts follows 55 reported illnesses across 15 states linked to Salmonella and E. coli. At least two patients contracted both bacteria simultaneously. Florida reported two illnesses despite the product not being sold in that state. While these outbreaks raise safety concerns, FDA data through August shows total food recalls are currently below historical levels. The Department of Agriculture estimates one in six Americans experience some form of foodborne illness annually.Why it mattersThe CDC and FDA are tracking the spread of these infections across multiple reg https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-stateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-states#u48478Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:40:14 +0000Everything Sprouts has recalled its alfalfa sprouts products after the CDC identified dozens of national food-poisoning cases linked to Salmonella and E. coli, sickening 55 people across 15 states. The outbreak has affected multiple regions, including Minnesota and Wisconsin, where 17 residents have fallen ill. The CDC and FDA are monitoring the spread of the infection as the recall takes effect.Why it mattersThe recall is a response to a nationwide outbreak of foodborne illnesses. Food safety remains a critical concern in the US, with recent weeks seeing multiple recalls and investigations. T https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-stateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/sprouts-recalled-after-55-illnesses-reported-in-15-states#u47707Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:11:09 +0000Health officials and the FDA have linked an outbreak of Salmonella and E. coli to alfalfa sprouts, sickening at least 55 people across 15 states. Everything Sprouts has recalled its products following the CDC's identification of dozens of national food-poisoning cases. The outbreak has affected multiple regions, including Minnesota and Wisconsin, where 17 residents have fallen ill. The CDC and FDA are continuing to monitor the spread of the infection as the recall takes effect.Why it mattersAlfalfa sprouts are high-risk foods for bacterial contamination due to the warm, humid conditions r