Salmonella in sprouts sickens 44 in Australia

Salmonella in Sprouts Sickens 44 in Australia

More than 40 Australians have fallen ill after consuming alfalfa sprouts linked to a Salmonella outbreak. Health authorities confirm at least 44 cases nationwide, including 18 in New South Wales, 15 in Queensland, nine in Victoria, and two in South Australia.

Product Recall and Investigation

Health and food safety regulators are investigating the source of the contamination. The company Parilla Fresh has initiated a product recall due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Recalled Products

Hugo’s brand 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 products were sold in major supermarket chains such as Coles, Woolworths, and IGA, as well as various independent grocers across NSW, Queensland, Victoria, Northern Territory, Australian Capital Territory, and South Australia. The recalled sprouts were packaged in 125-gram containers with use-by dates up to and including November.

Additional Recalls in Victoria

In Victoria, Flowerdale Farm has also recalled several sprout varieties distributed to local fruit and vegetable retailers across the state.

“Health authorities are continuing investigations while further testing of the products is underway.”

Summary

Health officials urge consumers to check and discard recalled alfalfa sprouts due to Salmonella risk.

Author’s Summary: More than 40 Australians fell ill from contaminated alfalfa sprouts, prompting a nationwide recall and ongoing food safety investigation.

Food Safety News — 2025-11-11