Recalls and Alerts: September 4–5, 2026

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Outbreak/Illness Investigations

FRANCE: Santé Publique France is investigating an outbreak of 81 cases of Salmonella Enteritidis linked to consumption of pumpkin seeds from a single processor. A recall has been initiated for the implicated pumpkin seeds as well as seed mixtures containing the pumpkin seeds. The recalled products were distributed nationwide by Agidra Grand Frais. The seeds were also distributed in Belgium, Luxembourg, and Switzerland.

INDONESIA: More than 1700 students and teachers across several provinces have contracted food poisoning after consuming government-issued free meals.

MEXICO: The Secretariat of Health reports an outbreak of 135 Salmonella cases associated with food consumed at the outsourced staff cafeteria of Hospital General de México in Mexico City. In addition to the Salmonella infections, two cases of enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli were confirmed.

USA (Update): San Diego County reports that an FDA inspection uncovered Salmonella contamination at Happy Hens poultry farm in Ramona, California. Eggs from the farm have been linked to 23 cases of Salmonella infections. Seven people have been hospitalized. The California Department of Public Health has recommended that the farm recall their eggs, but the company has not yet done so.

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United States

Food Safety Recall: Foods Alive Inc recalls organic moringa leaf powder (8 oz; Freshest by date 110127) due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Canada

Allergy Alert: Empire Health Distribution Inc. recalls Smarter Snacks brand Vegan Protein Puff Chili & Lime Flavored (50g; Lots SS223 & SS110; Best before 11/08/2026 & 20/04/2027, respectively; UPC 8 684041 306837) due to undeclared milk.

Allergy Alert: Vera Trima Import Export Inc. recalls Cucina d’Oro brand Pesto (212 ml; Lot/Batch code LM 356 & K085; Expiry 01/03/2027 & 03/26/2029, respectively; UPC 8 51119 10030 9 & 8 51119 00129 3, respectively) due to improperly declared cashew.

Allergy Alert: Ten Ten Dim Sum recalls multiple Ten Ten Dim Sum brand buns and dumplings due to undeclared milk.

Public Health Alert: MAPAC warns that SAUCE AUX PIMENTS / Chili sauce (Sold up to 3 September 2026 at all branches of Marché d’ici et d’ailleurs inc. (region of Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, QC) presents a risk to health because it may support growth of Clostridium botulinum.

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Ireland and United Kingdom

Food Safety Recall (UK): Sainsbury’s recalls Inspired to Cook by Sainsbury’s Pitted Black Olives (120g; Use by 06 September 2026, 07 September 2026, 10 September 2026) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Hong Kong and Singapore

Food Safety Recall (Hong Kong) Importers recall three batches of Paturages Comtois brand brie (Various weights, batch codes, and Use-by dates; Products of France) due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Australia and New Zealand

Food Safety Recall (Australia): Bottega 1995 recalls Brie Mon Sire (1 kg; Best before 13/10/2026) due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food Safety Recall (New Zealand): Sabato Ltd recalls Mon Sire brand Brie (Various weights; Best before 26.09.26 ) due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

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Second Salmonella outbreak linked to sprouts

CDC, FDA silent on new multistate outbreak

September 4, 2026

Washington, Montana, and Idaho health officials are reporting a new outbreak of Salmonella Bovismorbificans infections linked to broccoli sprouts from Evergreen Fresh Sprouts, LLC (Moyle Springs, Idaho).

The outbreak appears to be unrelated to the 15-state outbreak of Salmonella and E. coli illnesses linked to consumption of alfalfa sprouts.

Thirteen of the sixteen confirmed outbreak victims are residents of Washington state. Two of the Washington residents have been hospitalized. Outbreak cases have been reported in seven Washington counties.

Illness onset dates for the 13 Washington victims range from July 7 to August 18. Of the twelve people available for interview, eight reported eating sprouts from Evergreen Fresh Sprouts, LLC. Seven of the eight recalled eating broccoli sprouts.

Montana is reporting two outbreak victims, and one victim is from Idaho.

Outbreak victims in Washington purchased the sprouts from grocery stores, food co-ops and restaurants. Montana victims reported purchasing the sprouts in grocery stores.

Sprout samples from Evergreen and other suppliers are undergoing testing at the Washington and Montana public health laboratories.

Neither the CDC nor the FDA have released any information regarding this outbreak. It does not appear on the FDA’s weekly listing of active investigations.

As of today, there has been no recall by the firm. However, local sanitarians in Montana are contacting the stores known to have sold the sprouts to arrange for their removal from sale.

As Bill Marler noted in his report on the outbreak, this is the third time that sprouts from Evergreen have been implicated in an outbreak of Salmonella illnesses.

In 2011, alfalfa sprouts and spicy sprouts grown by Evergreen Fresh Sprouts were responsible for an outbreak of 25 cases of Salmonella Enteritidis in five states. Three people were hospitalized. In 2014, raw clover sprouts were linked to a 19-case outbreak of E. coli O121 infections in six states. Seven people were hospitalized.

As part of their investigation into the 2014 outbreak, the FDA conducted an inspection of the company’s sprouting operations. They found multiple examples of insanitary conditions, including apparent mold growth, dripping condensate, irrigation water dripping from rusty valves, and corroded areas in contact with the growing sprouts. In one example, they noted employees using tennis rackets to scoop sprouts out of the water and onto a conveyor belt.

Evergreen Fresh Sprouts, LLC has been inspected on multiple occasions by the FDA since 2010. The 2011 inspection that followed on the heels of the first outbreak resulted in the issuance of a formal FDA Warning Letter to the company. Most of the subsequent inspections, including the one performed in 2014, result in a classification of “Voluntary Action Indicated.”

The most recent FDA inspection was performed in 2024 and was classified “Voluntary Action Indicated.” However, no summary of the inspection observations has been posted on the FDA’s inspection database web page.

The FoodBugLady’s Advice to Consumers

If you have consumed raw sprouts from whatever source and you begin to experience symptoms of gastroenteritis, contact your family physician.

Clean and sanitize any surfaces that may have come into contact with raw sprouts.

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Recalls and Alerts: September 3, 2026

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Outbreak/Illness Investigations

BELGIUM: At least 175 students from a Dutch university attending an orientation camp in Antwerp, Belgium have been stricken with an outbreak of Norovirus. The source and means of transmission have not yet been determined.

UK (Update): The UK Health Security Agency continues to investigate three outbreaks of Salmonella Enteritidis infections that may be linked to imported eggs. As of September 1, 2026, the three separate outbreak strains account for a total of 528 confirmed cases, including 2 deaths. Cases continue to be associated with eating at a range of food outlets, including small cafés, restaurants and takeaway businesses.

USA (Update): CDC and FDA have closed their investigations into an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis illnesses linked to shell eggs from Midwest Poultry Services. The CDC updated its case count to 134 lab-confirmed outbreak illnesses in 18 states. Thirty-four people were hospitalized.

USA (Update): CDC and FDA have updated their investigations into an outbreak of E. coli O145:H28 illnesses linked to IQF (frozen) blueberries imported from Chile. Seventeen people in Florida and Georgia have been infected with the outbreak strain, and six of them have been hospitalized.

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United States

Food Safety Recall: Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. (San Carlos, Chile) recalls Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend 10 OZ (Including Strawberries, Blackberries and Blueberries) (10 oz; Lot 6040 01-6; Best if used by February 9, 2028; UPC 7874211226) due to possible E. coli O145:H28 contamination.

Canada

Allergy Alert: Les Aliments Kim Phat (Montréal, QC) recalls MINI DANOISE AU FRAMBOISE / Mini raspberry Danish (Pack of 12; All lots) and MINI DANOISE AU FROMAGE / Mini cheese Danish (Pack of 12; All lots) due to undeclared milk, egg, and soy.

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Ireland and United Kingdom

Allergy Alert (Ireland): Trade recalls Crownfield Müsli-Riegel Schoko (200g; Batch 203; Expiry date 20/07/2027; Product of Poland) and Crownfield Müsli-Riegel Schoko-Banane (200g; Batch 206; Expiry date 24/07/2027; Product of Poland) due to undeclared peanut (Schoko variety only), milk, and cereals (gluten).

Allergy Alert (UK): Tesco recalls Tesco Finest Caesar & Smoked Bacon Coleslaw (270g; Use by 04 September 2026) due to undeclared mustard.

Allergy Alert (UK): Waitrose & Partners recalls Waitrose Rhubarb Crumble (500g; Use by 19 August 2026) due to undeclared oats (gluten).