According to news sources, a recall has been issued for about 6,723 cases of alfalfa sprouts since it was found that the product was contaminated with Salmonella after a random customer sample test.
The company, Green Valley Food Corp, announced the recall of the “Let’s Grow Healthy Together!” alfalfa sprouts after a random customer sample tested positive for the Salmonella bacteria. The recalled product has a Best By date of January 1, 2012 and has been distributed mainly to retail chains and restaurant establishments in Texas.
Consumers, especially children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems, can experience severe or life-threatening infections due to consumption of the product. Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact the company at (214) 939-3900 for additional information.
As a Ventura personal injury lawyer, I urge you to be mindful of threats from food-borne bacteria. If you have purchased a product that has been identified as a potential risk, return it to your place of purchase and contact the distribution company. If you’ve consumed a contaminated product and are experiencing symptoms, I encourage you to seek medical attention. If you’ve been seriously injured by eating food product, I urge you to contact a personal injury lawyer Ventura to learn about your legal options.
