Trader joe's basil recall sparks multi-state salmonella outbreak
Trader Joe's organic basil got recalled over salmonella, and now 12 people are sick across seven states. Yikes.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Food Safety
Key points
- A Salmonella outbreak linked to Trader Joe's organic basil has affected at least 12 people in 7 states, leading to a recall.
- Fresh herbs like basil can pose a high risk for foodborne illness because they are often eaten raw, skipping a "kill step" like cooking.
- Federal investigators are tracing the basil from stores back to the supplier, Infinite Herbs, and its source farms to find the contamination point.
- Consumers should discard the recalled basil and sanitize any kitchen surfaces it may have touched to prevent cross-contamination.
- The incident highlights ongoing challenges in the fresh produce supply chain and the importance of food safety regulations and consumer awareness.
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Sources and methodology
Reported from the public datasets below.
- U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - FSIS recalls and public health alerts
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) - FDA recalls, market withdrawals and safety alerts
- U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - FSIS recalls and public health alerts
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) - FDA recalls, market withdrawals and safety alerts
- MSN - Trader Joe's Basil Recall ALERT: Salmonella Sneaky Suspect - Aug 2026
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