Salmonella Outbreak from Alfalfa Sprouts in Australia
At least 44 people across Australia have fallen ill after consuming alfalfa sprouts contaminated with Salmonella. This outbreak includes 18 cases in New South Wales, 15 in Queensland, nine in Victoria, and two in South Australia.
Product Recall and Investigation
Health and food safety authorities launched an investigation following the rise in Salmonella infections. As a precaution, Parilla Fresh has recalled several alfalfa sprout products while further testing is underway.
Recalled Products
- Hugo’s Alfalfa Onion & Garlic Sprouts
- Alfalfa Radish Sprouts
- Alfalfa & Onion Sprouts
- Salad Sprouts
- Alfalfa & Broccoli Sprouts
- Trio Sprouts Selection
- Aussie Sprouts Alfalfa Sprouts
Distribution and Sales
According to New South Wales Health, the affected sprouts were sold in major supermarket chains such as Coles, Woolworths, IGA, and other independent retailers. The products were available in 125-gram packages with use-by dates extending to November.
Additional Recalls in Victoria
Flowerdale Farm has also recalled several sprout products sold through fruit and vegetable vendors in Victoria as part of the response to the outbreak.
"The recall follows an investigation by health and food regulatory authorities into an increase in Salmonella infections."
Author's summary: An outbreak of Salmonella linked to contaminated alfalfa sprouts has sickened dozens across Australia, leading to recalls from multiple producers and widespread distribution warnings.