Eden Brothers Recalls Calabrese Broccoli Seeds Over Salmonella Risk

ARDEN, N.C. (October 7, 2026): The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a recall of Eden Brothers LLC Calabrese broccoli seeds due to possible Salmonella contamination. The recall affects packets, 1-ounce packages, and 1-pound bags of Eden Brothers Calabrese broccoli seeds from lots 1022067 and 1022068.

Eden Brothers began the recall after its supplier warned that the seeds may be contaminated. The company stopped sales through EdenBrothers.com and Amazon and began notifying customers nationwide. As of October 7, no illnesses linked to the recalled seeds had been reported.

Eden Brothers recall: quick summary

The recall covers Calabrese broccoli seeds with Eden Brothers lot numbers 1022067 and 1022068 and supplier lot W4105. The affected packages carry item codes SVBRO111-qb1, SVBRO111-qb2, and SVBRO111-qb4.

The company sold the seeds from July 8 through September 28, 2026, depending on package size. Consumers should not plant, sprout, eat or share the seeds or use them to grow microgreens.

The recall is connected to a broader FDA investigation into a Salmonella outbreak involving broccoli sprouts. Related recalls include Gardeners Basics and EAK Distribution.

Official recall details

• Recall announcement date: October 7, 2026
• FDA publication date: October 7, 2026
• Announcing agency: U.S. Food and Drug Administration
• Company: Eden Brothers LLC
• Product: Calabrese broccoli seeds
• Hazard: Possible Salmonella contamination
• Package sizes: Packet, 1 ounce and 1 pound
• Item codes: SVBRO111-qb1, SVBRO111-qb2 and SVBRO111-qb4
• Eden Brothers lot numbers: 1022067 and 1022068
• Supplier lot: W4105
• Use by: 2026
• Distribution: Nationwide through online sales
• Sales period: July 8 through September 28, 2026, depending on package size
• Consumer contact: 855-440-2929, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, or [email protected]

What happened?

Eden Brothers announced the recall on October 7 after its seed supplier warned that the affected broccoli seeds may contain Salmonella. The company stopped sales and began contacting customers.

According to the FDA, Eden Brothers sold the seeds through its website and Amazon from July 8 through September 28, 2026, depending on package size, and shipped them to customers nationwide.

Affected products

Product	Size	Item code	Lot numbers	Use by
Broccoli Seeds, Calabrese	Packet	SVBRO111-qb1	1022067 / 1022068	2026
Broccoli Seeds, Calabrese	1 ounce	SVBRO111-qb2	1022067 / 1022068	2026
Broccoli Seeds, Calabrese	1 pound	SVBRO111-qb4	1022067 / 1022068	2026

What caused the issue?

The recall concerns possible Salmonella contamination associated with supplier lot W4105. The available information does not establish how the seeds became contaminated.

Salmonella infection can cause diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. Children under 5, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems face a higher risk of severe illness.

Food Safety Insight

“Seeds sold for sprouting need to be evaluated for that use because germination creates warm, moist conditions in which Salmonella can multiply. For this recall, the practical instruction is also important: the affected seeds should not be planted, sprouted, eaten, shared, or used to grow microgreens,” said Cherry Ann S. Portugal, Professional Food Technologist at Source86.

Here’s what you should do

Consumers who purchased the recalled seeds should:

• Stop using the seeds. Do not plant, sprout, eat or share them, or use them to grow microgreens.
• Seal the seeds in a bag and place them in household trash. Do not compost them.
• Wash their hands and clean any surfaces or containers that came into contact with the seeds.
• Notify anyone with whom they shared the product.
• Complete Eden Brothers’ recall response form to request a full refund. An Eden Brothers team member will follow up.

Retailers and distributors that resold or further distributed the recalled seeds should stop distribution immediately, set aside and destroy remaining inventory, notify their customers, and complete the recall response form.

For assistance, contact Eden Brothers at 855-440-2929, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, or email [email protected].

Behind the brand

Eden Brothers is a seed and bulb company based in Asheville, North Carolina. Founded in 2009, the company offers seeds and bulbs for vegetables, herbs and flowers through its online store.

Other relevant recalls

• EAK Distribution Recalls Home Grown Broccoli Seeds Over Salmonella Risk
• Evergreen Fresh Sprouts Recalls Broccoli Sprouts Over Salmonella Contamination
• Berlin Seeds Recalls Alfalfa Sprouting Seed Over Possible E. Coli and Salmonella Contamination
• Everything Sprouts Expands Recall to Robust Radish Mix Over E. Coli and Salmonella Risk

Regulatory context

Seeds marketed for sprouting fall within the FDA’s food safety oversight, even though the agency does not consider sprouting seeds to be covered produce under the Produce Safety Rule. Its industry guidance addresses the particular risks associated with seeds that will be germinated for human consumption and recommends precautions across the supply chain. This distinction matters when assessing which guidance and regulatory provisions apply to a seed product.

Ensuring safe eats

For companies selling seeds intended for sprouting, the intended use of the product matters when evaluating food safety risks. Purchasing specifications should make that use clear so buyers and suppliers can assess the relevant safety information before distribution.

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