TODD'S SEEDS LLC — Class I: Todd's Seeds Salad Sprouting Mixture - Broccoli, Mustard, Alfalfa and Cabbage, packaged in
Todd's Seeds LLC has initiated a Class I recall of its Salad Sprouting Mixture due to potential contamination with E. coli and Salmonella. The recall was triggered by a supplier-level recall of alfalfa seeds used in the mixture.
Todd's Seeds LLC, downstream food distributors, retail consumers of seed mixtures, and QA/Supply Chain departments responsible for raw material sourcing.
The Class I designation indicates a high risk of serious adverse health consequences or death. This incident highlights the critical vulnerability of 'downstream' manufacturers to upstream raw material failures. Regulatory teams should note that microbial contamination in a single ingredient necessitates the recall of all multi-ingredient finished products containing that component.
Verify supplier certifications for all raw agricultural ingredients and initiate immediate traceability audits for alfalfa-containing products. Review and update supplier qualification programs to ensure rapid notification protocols are in place for upstream contamination events.
Class I. Reason: Products contain alfalfa seed recalled by the supplier and may be contaminated with E. coli and/or Salmonella (downstream recall). Product: Todd's Seeds Salad Sprouting Mixture - Broccoli, Mustard, Alfalfa and Cabbage, packaged in heat-sealed resealable bags in the following sizes: 1/4 lb., 1/2 lb., and 1 lb.. Firm: TODD'S SEEDS LLC (Cookeville TN United States). Status: Ongoing.
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