Trader Joe’s Recalls Fresh Basil Linked to a Dozen Salmonella Cases in 7 U.S. States


by People

People— Trader Joe’s announced a recall for its Infinite Herbs Organic Basil, sold in 2.5-ounce packages in Eastern U.S. states, after the Centers for Disease Control received reports of a dozen Salmonella infections linked to the product.

Fast Company—Trader Joe's recall: Salmonella outbreak linked to organic basil has sickened people in 7 states. Organic basil sold at Trader Joe's is being recalled due to fears that it may be the origin of a recent Salmonella outbreak.

Detroit Free Press—CDC: Basil sold at Trader Joe's pulled from shelves in 29 states over salmonella concerns. If you've recently bought basil from Trader Joe's, toss it out. Health officials have received reports of salmonella infections in seven...

Record Searchlight—No tainted basil sold at Trader Joe's in California, after chain recalls herb elsewhere. Trader Joe's in 29 states sold fresh basil that may be linked to 12 cases of salmonella poisoning, but California and Oregon stores are not affected.