Alfalfa, Net Weight 50 lbs. bag, Product of USA
Recalled by International Sprout Holdings, Inc
Food recall
International Sprout Holdings, Inc
Class I — most serious
There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
International Sprout Holdings, Inc has recalled Alfalfa, Net Weight 50 lbs. bag, Product of USA, according to data published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall was reported on September 16, 2026 and was initiated on August 23, 2026. It is classified as a Class I recall, which means there is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the FDA record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers Alfalfa, Net Weight 50 lbs. bag, Product of USA, with approximately 43,799 lbs. affected. The company behind the recall is International Sprout Holdings, Inc, based in Cookeville, TN. The FDA describes the product as: “Alfalfa, Net Weight 50 lbs. bag, Product of USA, International Specialty Supply 1011 Volunteer Dr. Cookeville, TN 38506”
Why was Alfalfa, Net Weight 50 lbs. bag, Product of USA recalled?
According to the FDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Potential E. coli and Salmonella contamination.” In plain terms, this recall relates to Salmonella.
Salmonella is a group of bacteria that is one of the most common causes of foodborne illness in the United States. Public health authorities note that infections can lead to symptoms such as fever, diarrhea, and stomach cramps, and that young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness. Because it can spread through contaminated food, regulators treat Salmonella findings seriously.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought Alfalfa, Net Weight 50 lbs. bag, Product of USA, compare it against the product description and identifying codes (ISS Lot # SAL2-24JB) before using it. This recall is currently listed as ongoing.
The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official FDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact International Sprout Holdings, Inc or your local health authority.
About this recall
This recall was distributed in TN. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public FDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the FDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Who this recall affects
This recall matters most to young children, adults over 65, pregnant people, and anyone with a weakened immune system. Public health authorities note these groups are more likely to develop a severe Salmonella infection rather than a short-lived stomach illness.
Distribution listed in the notice: 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.
What Salmonella actually means
Salmonella is a group of bacteria that is one of the most common causes of foodborne illness in the United States. Public health authorities note that infections can lead to symptoms such as fever, diarrhea, and stomach cramps, and that young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness. Because it can spread through contaminated food, regulators treat Salmonella findings seriously.
In this case, the concern applies specifically to Alfalfa, Net Weight 50 lbs. bag, Product of USA from International Sprout Holdings, Inc — not to the wider category of products. Similar items from other brands aren't part of this recall.
How to check whether you have it
On packaged food, lot codes and best-by dates are usually printed in small date-coding ink on the side seam, the bottom of the package, or near the top seal — not on the front label. The UPC barcode is on the back or bottom.
Compare what you find against the identifying details in this recall: ISS Lot # SAL2-24JB
What to do if you already bought it
Do not eat the product, even if it looks and smells normal — contamination is usually invisible.
Return it to the store for a refund, or throw it away in a sealed bag so pets and wildlife can't reach it.
If it touched other food or surfaces, wash those surfaces and your hands with hot soapy water. When in doubt, contact International Sprout Holdings, Inc or your local health department.
Full recall details
- Status
- Ongoing
- Date reported
- September 16, 2026
- Recall started
- August 23, 2026
- Distributed in
- TN
What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was Alfalfa, Net Weight 50 lbs. bag, Product of USA recalled?+
According to the FDA: Potential E.
How serious is this recall?+
Class I — most serious. There is a reasonable chance that using this product could cause serious health problems or death.
What should I do if I have Alfalfa, Net Weight 50 lbs. bag, Product of USA?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) data for this recall.
Recall number: H-1341-2026. Information last synced from the FDA on October 6, 2026.
