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Gardeners Basics recalled one-pound bags of broccoli sprouting seeds sold nationwide after seed from a supplier under investigation tested positive for the outbreak strain of Salmonella. At least 32 people in six states have been reported sick, and the FDA has not publicly identified the supplier.
Gardeners Basics is recalling one-pound bags of its Waltham 29 broccoli sprouting seeds after the product was linked to a multistate Salmonella Bovismorbificans outbreak that has sickened at least 32 people in six states. The recall adds to earlier withdrawals of broccoli seeds tied to the investigation, while the FDA has not publicly named the seed supplier whose seed sample tested positive for the outbreak strain.
The recalled item is Gardeners Basics Waltham 29 Broccoli Sprouting Seeds, sold in white-and-green resealable one-pound pouches. The package has UPC 848137042889 and is marked “Packed for 2027.” The company, based in Spanish Fork, Utah, said the seeds were distributed nationwide and sold through Amazon, GardenersBasics.com, TikTok Shop, Walmart, eBay and Etsy.
The outbreak count stands at 32 illnesses in Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, Oregon, Utah and Washington, with three hospitalizations and no deaths reported in the source material. The last reported illness onset was Sept. 3. The FDA’s Sept. 24 update said 26 of 27 interviewed patients had eaten sprouts or microgreens. That finding is based on interviews, not proof that each person’s illness came from the recalled product.
Food Safety News reported that the FDA collected seed from a supplier identified during the investigation. The sample tested positive for Salmonella, and whole genome sequencing showed it matched the strain associated with illnesses. The supplier recalled the implicated lot and contacted customers, but the FDA has not disclosed the supplier’s identity. Gardeners Basics’ recall notice is the latest public recall described in the report.
A Wider Recall Across Seed Brands
The recall matters because sprouting seeds may be distributed to multiple sellers and marketed under different brand names. A shopper may not recognize a connection between separate products unless package details, lot numbers and recall notices are checked. The source report links earlier recalls to supplier lot W4105; the Gardeners Basics package is identified by brand, product, UPC and “Packed for 2027” marking.
Consumers who have the recalled seeds should not eat or sprout them. They should follow the company’s recall instructions for the product and check their purchase history, particularly if they bought seeds through online marketplaces. People who have eaten sprouts and develop diarrhea, fever or abdominal cramps should contact a health professional and mention the possible Salmonella exposure. Symptoms can begin 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food, according to the source material.
Salmonella food may look, smell and taste normal. Infants, young children, older adults, pregnant people and people with weakened immune systems face greater risk of severe illness. The reported case count may not capture every infection: the CDC says many illnesses are not identified because people may not seek care or receive specific testing.
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The Gardeners Basics recall follows two other seed recalls described by Food Safety News. On Oct. 2, EAK Distribution of Casper, Wyoming, recalled Home Grown green sprouting broccoli seeds after the company was notified of the supplier’s recall of lot W4105 and its link to the outbreak. On Oct. 7, Eden Brothers of Arden, North Carolina, recalled calabrese broccoli seeds in packets and in one-pound and one-ounce sizes; the reported Eden Brothers lots were 1022067 and 1022068, associated with supplier lot W4105.
The report distinguishes this investigation from a separate outbreak involving shiga toxin-producing E. coli and Salmonella linked to alfalfa sprouts. It also describes a related but distinct product finding at Evergreen Fresh Sprouts in Moyie Springs, Idaho: Washington investigators found the outbreak strain in alfalfa sprouts, while Montana officials earlier found Salmonella in a sample of the company’s broccoli sprouts. The report says FDA reviewed sequencing showing that broccoli-sprout sample matched the outbreak strain. These findings concern actual sprouts, not just seed products, and should not be conflated with the separate alfalfa-sprout outbreak investigation.
“26 of 27 interviewed patients reported eating sprouts or microgreens.”
— FDA, as described in its Sept. 24 outbreak update
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Supplier Identity and Case Count
The seed supplier’s name has not been made public by the FDA, according to the report, despite multiple customer recalls linked to the implicated seed lot. The available material does not explain why the agency has not identified the supplier or when it may do so. It also does not provide a complete accounting of how much seed was distributed, all affected products or every seller that may have received the lot.
The reported total of 32 illnesses is a confirmed case count, not a final estimate of the outbreak’s size. The source says the last reported symptom onset was Sept. 3, but does not state that the investigation has ended. It remains unclear whether additional illnesses, product recalls or test results will be reported. The case count and interview figures describe different measures and should not be treated as interchangeable.
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Watch for FDA and Recall Updates
Consumers should check the Gardeners Basics package details and review recall notices for the other broccoli seed brands and lots named in the report. People who bought the recalled item should avoid using it, including for home sprouting, and follow the recall instructions. Anyone with possible symptoms after eating sprouts should seek medical advice and mention the exposure; diagnosis may require specific testing.
The next developments to watch are updates from the FDA and public health agencies on the supplier, implicated seed distribution and any additional illnesses or recalls. The available report does not give a date for the next agency update or say whether officials expect further action.
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Key Questions
Which Gardeners Basics product was recalled?
The recall covers Gardeners Basics Waltham 29 Broccoli Sprouting Seeds in one-pound white-and-green resealable pouches. The UPC is 848137042889, and the package is marked “Packed for 2027.”
Where were the seeds sold?
The seeds were distributed nationwide in the United States and sold through Amazon, GardenersBasics.com, TikTok Shop, Walmart, eBay and Etsy, according to the report.
How many people have been reported sick?
At least 32 people in six states have been reported sick in the Salmonella Bovismorbificans outbreak. Three were hospitalized, and no deaths were reported in the source material. The final count may change as the investigation continues.
Has the FDA named the seed supplier?
No. The report says a supplier’s seed sample tested positive for the outbreak strain and that the supplier recalled the implicated lot and contacted customers, but the FDA has not publicly identified the supplier.
What should someone do if they ate sprouts and feel sick?
Contact a health professional and mention possible Salmonella exposure. Symptoms can include diarrhea, abdominal cramps and fever, typically beginning 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. This information is not a substitute for medical advice.
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