Broccoli Sprouts Recall September 2026: Product Dates, States Affected, and What to Do

• Evergreen Fresh Sprouts broccoli sprouts with Use By dates September 7, 9, 11, 14, or 16, 2026, are included in the recall.
• The product was distributed in Idaho, Montana, and Washington, although FDA says it may have reached additional locations.
• Do not eat, serve, or sell the sprouts. Discard them safely, clean surfaces they touched, and contact a healthcare provider if symptoms develop.

Evergreen Fresh Sprouts broccoli sprouts recall: what consumers should know

Evergreen Fresh Sprouts LLC recalled broccoli sprouts on September 10, 2026, because the product may be contaminated with Salmonella. The recalled sprouts were distributed to retailers, restaurants, and foodservice customers in Idaho, Montana, and Washington. FDA says the product may also have moved beyond those confirmed distribution states.

The recall affects specific 4-ounce packages and Use By dates. If you have these sprouts at home, don’t eat them even if they look or smell normal. Throw them away safely or ask the retailer about a refund.

How to identify the recalled broccoli sprouts

Check the package label, size, UPC, and Use By date. The FDA recall notice identifies the affected product as clear plastic 4-ounce zip-lock bags of broccoli sprouts with UPC 8 38796 00105 1.

FDA’s separate outbreak advisory describes recalled product in plastic bags or plastic clamshell containers. Because packaging descriptions can vary across retail and foodservice channels, don’t rely on the container alone. Match the product type and date, and treat any matching package as recalled.

Why the sprouts were recalled

The recall involves possible contamination with Salmonella. FDA says the September 16 product tested positive for Salmonella in third-party testing. The agency and state partners are also investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Bovismorbificans linked to the sprouts.

As of the FDA’s September 9 outbreak update, 22 illnesses had been reported in four states, with two hospitalizations and no deaths. FDA says the outbreak investigation is ongoing. These case counts and distribution details may change as investigators review additional information.

The company said it stopped producing and distributing broccoli sprouts on September 4, 2026, and is conducting a root-cause investigation. Consumers should not eat, serve, or sell any recalled product.

What to do if you bought the recalled sprouts

1. Do not eat them. Do not taste the sprouts to decide whether they are safe.
2. Keep them away from other food. Place the package in a sealed bag before putting it in the trash, or ask the store where you bought it whether returns are accepted.
3. Do not donate or give them to pets. Recalled food should not be passed to another person, animal, food bank, or community organization.
4. Clean anything the sprouts touched. Wash refrigerator shelves, cutting boards, counters, utensils, and storage containers with hot, soapy water, then sanitize them.
5. Wash your hands. Use soap and running water after handling the package or cleaning the area.

FDA’s consumer guidance recommends cleaning and sanitizing surfaces that may have contacted contaminated food. If the sprouts were used in a salad, sandwich, smoothie, or prepared dish, discard leftovers that may contain them rather than trying to remove the sprouts.

Salmonella symptoms and when to seek care

Salmonella symptoms commonly include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. Nausea, vomiting, headache, and loss of appetite can also occur. Symptoms may begin within hours or several days after infection and often last about four to seven days.

Contact a healthcare provider if you develop symptoms after eating the recalled sprouts, especially if you are pregnant, caring for a young child, older, or have a weakened immune system. Seek medical advice promptly for bloody diarrhea or urine, a fever above 102°F, signs of dehydration, or diarrhea or vomiting lasting more than two days.

Do not assume that a lack of symptoms means the product was safe. Food contaminated with Salmonella may look, smell, and taste normal.

What happens next

FDA’s investigation remains ongoing. The agency may update the outbreak advisory if additional illnesses, distribution information, or product details are confirmed. The recall is not listed as terminated, so consumers should continue treating the affected dates as recalled unless FDA or Evergreen Fresh Sprouts announces a change.

For questions about a purchase, contact Evergreen Fresh Sprouts at 1-208-267-4258, Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. GMT. For illness concerns, contact a healthcare provider rather than waiting for a recall update.

Helpful Links

• FDA Evergreen Fresh Sprouts broccoli sprouts recall – Verify the recalled package size, UPC, Use By dates, distribution states, and company contact information.
• FDA Salmonella sprouts outbreak investigation – Review the latest outbreak status, illness count, product information, and FDA recommendations.
• CDC Salmonella symptoms – Check common symptoms and guidance on when to contact a healthcare provider.
• FDA food recall safety guidance – Review FDA instructions for disposing of recalled food and cleaning contaminated surfaces.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Are all Evergreen Fresh Sprouts products recalled?

A. The identified recall concerns specific broccoli sprouts packages: 4-ounce products with UPC 8 38796 00105 1 and Use By dates of September 7, 9, 11, 14, or 16, 2026. Do not assume other Evergreen products are included unless FDA or the company adds them to the notice.

Q. What if I already ate the recalled broccoli sprouts?

A. Monitor for diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, or other Salmonella symptoms. Contact a healthcare provider if symptoms develop, particularly for young children, older adults, pregnant people, or anyone with a weakened immune system.

Q. Can I wash or cook the recalled sprouts to make them safe?

A. No. Do not try to salvage recalled sprouts by washing, cooking, or removing visibly affected pieces. Discard the product and clean surfaces and containers that may have contacted it.

Q. Were the recalled sprouts sold in Canada?

A. The FDA-confirmed distribution information names Idaho, Montana, and Washington in the United States. The notice does not identify Canadian distribution. Canadian consumers who have a matching package should avoid eating it and contact the retailer or the Canadian Food Inspection Agency for product-specific guidance.