FDA-PR2026-09-23PATHOGEN

Berlin Seeds alfalfa sprouting seed recalled for potential E. coli and Salmonella contamination

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What this means

Berlin Seeds is recalling 950 pounds of alfalfa sprouting seed sold from February to August 2026 because it may be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) and/or Salmonella. The contamination was identified after a sprout grower using this seed was linked to a multistate outbreak investigation. One illness has been reported.

Stop using the recalled seed immediately — do not sprout, plant, or give it away
Do not eat any sprouts already grown from this seed; throw them away
Dispose of the seed in a sealed trash bag
Clean and sanitize any jars, trays, sprouters, or surfaces that contacted the seed or sprouts
Contact Berlin Seeds at 877-464-0892 (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. EST) or order@berlinseeds.life with questions

Product photos

ALFALFA SPROUTING SEEDS BERLIN SEEDS 80777, 1lb

ALFALFA SPROUTING SEEDS BERLIN SEEDS 80775, ¼ lb

ALFALFA SPROUTING SEEDS BERLIN SEEDS 80776, ½ lb

The agency's original wording

Hazard

Berlin Seeds, of Millersburg, OH, is recalling 950 lbs of Alfalfa Sprouting Seed because the seed has the potential to be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) and/or Salmonella.

Intended for

All ages

Illnesses reported

Yes

Official notice

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/berlin-seeds-recalls-alfalfa-sprouting-seed-because-possible-health-risk

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