Outbreak
OUTBREAK|
UPDATE 3: MORE PRODUCTS RECALLED
Multistate E. coli & Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Alfalfa Sprouts. Investigation Ongoing.
SEP 23, 2026
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E. coli & Salmonella Outbreak
Severity
55 people sick and 4 hospitalized across 15 states as part of a larger outbreak to date. The true number of sick people may be higher than reported. Alfalfa seed linked to the outbreak was recalled by the supplier. Affected products were sold through Berlin Seeds’ website in 44 states (and likely more) between February 13 and August 23, 2026. Do not eat, plant, or give away recalled seeds or any sprouts grown from them. Investigation is ongoing.
Who's At Risk?
Young children (especially those under 5), older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of severe illness.
Symptoms
Symptoms may include severe stomach cramps or abdominal pain, diarrhea (which may be bloody), fever, nausea, and vomiting. In severe cases, infections can cause bloodstream infections, arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, or life-threatening kidney complications such as hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), as well as high blood pressure, chronic kidney disease, and neurologic problems.