Alfalfa Sprouts Outbreak Across 15 States Tied to Multiple Germs
TL;DR
US health officials report at least 55 food-poisoning cases across 15 states linked to alfalfa sprouts from Minnesota’s Everything Sprouts, with infections from Salmonella and several Shiga toxin–producing E. coli strains. Among 34 interviewed patients, 26 reported eating alfalfa sprouts, prompting a recall of certain lots; FDA warnings and ongoing investigations highlight previous safety concerns at the facility.
- Alfalfa sprouts linked to food-poisoning outbreak in 15 states, US officials say The Guardian
- 17 in Wisconsin, 23 in Minnesota sickened in E. coli, salmonella outbreak WPR
- Sprouts recalled after illnesses reported in 15 states. See products USA Today
- Company recalls alfalfa sprouts after CDC says 55 sickened in salmonella, E. coli outbreak ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- Where People Got Sick: E. coli and Salmonella Outbreak, August 2026 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)
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