The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced on August 21, 2026, that alfalfa sprouts are associated with an ongoing outbreak of E. coli and salmonella. The agency has identified multiple cases of foodborne illness connected to alfalfa sprouts sold under the Calco and Everything Sprouts brands. The CDC advises consumers who have purchased these products to dispose of them immediately.
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CDC Links Alfalfa Sprouts to E. coli and Salmonella Outbreak
The CDC has linked alfalfa sprouts to an outbreak of E. coli and salmonella, identifying cases associated with sprouts sold under the Calco and Everything Sprouts brands. Consumers are advised to discard any affected products.
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Outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts; people sickened with E. coli and salmonella
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