Class IFood
Alfalfa recall
Summary
International Sprout Holdings, Inc is recalling Alfalfa (food). According to the FDA report, the reason is: Potential E. coli and Salmonella contamination. The FDA rated this a Class I: most serious: there is a reasonable chance the product could cause serious health problems or death. Recall status: Ongoing.
Understanding this recall
What happened
International Sprout Holdings is recalling 50 lb bags of alfalfa seed because of potential E. coli and Salmonella contamination.
Why it matters
Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC), such as O157:H7 or O145, can cause severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (often bloody) and vomiting. Some people, especially young children and older adults, develop hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a type of kidney failure. Raw sprouts and produce eaten uncooked are known sources. This is bulk seed sold to sprout growers and other businesses; other recalls of sprouting products this period trace back to recalled alfalfa seed.
Who should pay attention
Sprout growers, distributors and other wholesale buyers. Consumers may be affected through products made from this seed.
Distribution in the FDA report: Wholesale consignees in 16 states: CA, FL, HI, IL, MA, MN, MO, MT, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, SC, TX, UT; Puerto Rico; Canada, Mexico, Tahiti, and Venezuela
How to check your product
Check the ISS lot number on the bag.
Codes listed by the FDA: ISS Lot # SAL2-24JB
Based only on the FDA enforcement record plus general public-health background on this type of hazard. Not medical advice; if you have symptoms or concerns, contact a doctor or pharmacist.
Details from the FDA report
- Product
- Alfalfa, Net Weight 50 lbs. bag, Product of USA, International Specialty Supply 1011 Volunteer Dr. Cookeville, TN 38506
- Reason
- Potential E. coli and Salmonella contamination
- Lot / code info
- ISS Lot # SAL2-24JB
- Quantity
- 43,799 lbs.
- Distribution
- Wholesale consignees in 16 states: CA, FL, HI, IL, MA, MN, MO, MT, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, SC, TX, UT; Puerto Rico; Canada, Mexico, Tahiti, and Venezuela
- Recalling company
- International Sprout Holdings, Inc, Cookeville, TN United States
- Recall started
- August 23, 2026
- FDA report date
- September 16, 2026
- Classification
- Class I: Most serious: there is a reasonable chance the product could cause serious health problems or death.
- Voluntary / mandated
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall number
- H-1341-2026
What to do
- Check whether you have this product, and compare the lot numbers, codes, or dates on your package with the codes listed above.
- If it matches, stop using it and keep it away from children and pets.
- Contact the recalling company (International Sprout Holdings, Inc) or the store where you bought it about returns or refunds.
- If you think the product made you or someone else sick, contact a doctor or pharmacist. In an emergency call 911.
- You can report problems to the FDA via MedWatch.