Texas Broccoli Sprout Seeds Salmonella Lawsuit

Broccoli seeds, sprouts, and microgreens have been recalled in response to a Salmonella outbreak that sickened at least 32 people in 6 states.

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Broccoli Sprouts and Microgreens Linked to Salmonella Outbreak

In October 2026, health officials opened an Outbreak Investigation after at least 32 people were infected with Salmonella after eating broccoli sprouts and microgreens.

The outbreak strain has been identified as Salmonella Bovismorbificans, and it was found in a bulk seed lot that was used by sprout-growing companies and other distributors. The illnesses have been linked to broccoli sprouts and microgreens that were grown from those contaminated seeds.

Several companies have announced recalls for sprouting seeds, including:

• On October 2, EAK Distribution of Casper, Wyoming, recalled Home Grown® sprouting seeds that were sold on Amazon.
• On October 7, Eden Brothers LLC of Arden, North Carolina, recalled Calabrese broccoli seeds that were sold on Amazon and its website.

• On October 8, Gardeners Basics of Spanish Fork, Utah, recalled its Waltham 29 Broccoli Sprouting Seeds due to a risk of Salmonella.

How Did Health Officials Discover This Outbreak?

There have also been recalls for broccoli sprouts and microgreens. The outbreak was identified when health officials in Montana tested a sample of broccoli spouts that were grown by Evergreen Fresh Sprouts and found Salmonella bacteria.

Evergreen announced a recall for the sprouts in September 2026. Later, health officials in Washington state also identified the outbreak strain of Salmonella in Evergreen sprouts that were collected from a grocery store and the home of a person who was infected with Salmonella.

Microgreens were pinpointed as the source of the outbreak after health officials interviewed 27 people who got sick. All but one person reported eating sprouts or microgreens before they fell ill, and 22 people specifically said they ate broccoli sprouts.

Whole genome sequencing on the seeds confirmed that they were contaminated with same strain of Salmonella that was making people sick, which led to a recall for bulk seed lot #W4105.

What Symptoms May Occur?

• Diarrhea, sometimes bloody
• Fever
• Abdominal cramps
• Nausea and vomiting

Severe infections and life-threatening complications are more likely in children under 5 years old, the elderly, frail adults, and people with weakened immune systems. Infections sometimes spread to the bloodstream, which may result in complications like infected aneurysms, endocarditis, or arthritis.

Which Products Are Affected?

• Gardeners Basics Waltham 29 Broccoli Sprouting Seeds — 1 lb (454 g) white and green pouch, UPC 848137042889, marked “Packed for 2027”
• Eden Brothers Broccoli Seeds, Calabrese — packet, 1 oz, and 1 lb sizes, item codes SVBRO111-qb1, SVBRO111-qb2, and SVBRO111-qb4, lots 1022067 and 1022068
• HOME GROWN Green Sprouting Calabrese Broccoli Seeds, 8 oz — cream-colored pouch, UPC 850056627443, lot code AUG172026 on the top seal
• Evergreen Fresh Sprouts broccoli sprouts — expiration dates 9/7, 9/9, 9/11, 9/14, and 9/16 (past expiration and no longer sold)

Where Did People Get Sick?

Health officials have confirmed that 32 people have been infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella in at least 6 states: Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, Oregon, Utah, and Washington. The victims all got sick between July 7 and September 3, 2026.

No illnesses have been reported in Texas so far, but the CDC cautions that the outbreak may not be limited to states with known illnesses.

Legal Help for Salmonella Victims in Texas

Texans who got sick with Salmonella after eating broccoli sprouts or microgreens may be able to seek justice. A Texas food poisoning lawyer can help you understand your legal options, including who may be responsible. For example, this outbreak is unique because there are legal issues involving both the seed supplier and the companies that sold sprouts/microgreens that were grown from those seeds.

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