November 10, 2025
People are being urged not to eat various packaged alfalfa sprouts sold in Woolworths, IGA, Coles and some independent grocers due to potential salmonella contamination.
The products, produced by Parilla Fresh, subject to the national recall are:
- 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
The recall follows a joint investigation by health and food authorities into an increase in an unusual type of Salmonella infection.
The company has voluntarily recalled the product while the investigation continues and further testing of the product is undertaken.
These products were all sold in 125g varieties with use-by dates up to and including November 20, 2025.
A spokesperson said anyone with these products in their home should throw them out.
“Salmonella infection can present as gastroenteritis,” Queensland’s Chief Health Officer Dr Catherine McDougall said.
“Most people recover with rest and fluids. Sometimes admission to hospital is required in severe cases.
“If you have symptoms of diarrhoea or vomiting that don’t settle, are very unwell or concerned, please see your doctor.”
So far at least 44 people nationwide have been identified with the unusual strain of Salmonella, including 15 people in Queensland.
Symptoms of Salmonella poisoning include headache, fever, stomach cramps, diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting.
Symptoms usually start six to 72 hours after exposure to the bacteria and usually last for four to seven days, however symptoms can sometimes last a lot longer.
People should contact their doctor if the symptoms last longer than a few days, the diarrhoea is severe or bloody or if at risk(young children, older people and people with poor immune systems).
Queenslanders can also call 13 HEALTH (13-43-25-84) for health advice from registered nurses, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
