People are being urged not to consume various alfalfa sprouts produced by Parilla Fresh following a national recallExternal Link due to potential Salmonella contamination.
The recall follows a joint investigation by interstate health and food regulatory authorities into an increase in an unusual type of Salmonella infection.
The company, based in NSW, has recalled the product while the investigation continues and further testing of the product is undertaken.
The Victorian Department of Health advises the impacted alfalfa sprouts were sold in multiple supermarkets including Coles, Woolworths, IGA and other independent grocers and stores in NSW, Queensland, Victoria, Northern Territory, Australia Capital Territory and South Australia. These products were all sold in 125g varieties with use-by dates up to and including 20 November 2025.
Products affected are listed on the Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ)External Link website. Brands included in the recall include:
- Aussie Sprouts Alfalfa Sprouts
- Hugo's Alfalfa Onion & Garlic Sprouts
- Hugo's Alfalfa Radish Sprouts
- Hugo's Alfalfa & Onion Sprouts
- Hugo's Salad Sprouts
- Hugo's Alfalfa & Broccoli Sprouts
- Hugo's Trio Sprouts Selection
Victoria's Chief Health Officer, Dr Caroline McElnay, said anyone who has recently bought the affected products should discard them immediately.
"If you've eaten alfalfa sprouts, you should monitor for symptoms of salmonellosis, which may include diarrhea, fever and headache," Dr McElnay said.
"Stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting and dehydration are other common symptoms."
Symptoms usually start 6-72 hours after exposure to the bacteria and usually last for 4-7 days, however symptoms can sometimes last a lot longer.
"Most people recover within about a week and do not need treatment but you should see your doctor if your symptoms last longer than a few days."
"The best thing you can do is rest at home and drink a lot of fluids, such as water or oral rehydration drinks."
To date, as part of the ongoing joint investigation, at least 44 people nationwide have been identified with the unusual strain of Salmonella, including 9 people in Victoria.
You should contact your doctor if:
- symptoms last longer than a few days;
- diarrhoea is severe or bloody;
- you are at risk for severe Salmonella (young children, older people, and people with poor immune systems); or
- you are worried.
