EAK Distribution Recalls Home Grown Broccoli Seeds Over Salmonella Risk

Casper, WY (October 02, 2026). The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a recall from EAK Distribution LLC. The recall affects HOME GROWN Green Sprouting Calabrese Broccoli Seeds, 8 oz, Heirloom, due to potential Salmonella contamination. EAK Distribution announced the recall on October 2, 2026. The FDA published the recall notice the same day. According to the FDA, the company sold the seeds nationwide through Amazon.com from August 20 through September 18, 2026.

Home Grown recall: quick summary

The recall covers HOME GROWN Green Sprouting Calabrese Broccoli Seeds, 8 oz, Heirloom. The recalled products carry UPC 850056627443 and production lot code AUG172026. EAK Distribution recalled the seeds after its supplier linked the lot to a sprout grower. The grower’s finished product became part of an FDA investigation into a multistate foodborne illness outbreak.

FDA testing later detected Salmonella in a sample from the affected seed lot. EAK Distribution reports no illnesses linked to the recalled product. Amazon customers who purchased the seeds should stop using them and dispose of the product. Customers should also contact Amazon to request a full refund.

What happened?

EAK Distribution LLC, based in Casper, Wyoming, announced the recall on October 2, 2026, according to the FDA notice. Previously, the company’s seed supplier notified EAK on September 16 about a potential issue with broccoli seed bulk lot #W4105. EAK had purchased the affected bulk lot from the supplier. Afterward, the supplier recalled the lot after learning that a sprout grower had used the seeds. The grower’s finished product became part of an FDA investigation into a multistate foodborne illness outbreak.

The following day, EAK halted all sales of the affected product on September 17. Later, on September 28, the supplier told EAK that FDA testing detected Salmonella in a broccoli seed sample. The FDA collected and analyzed the sample. As a result, EAK stopped all production and distribution of the affected product.

To date, the company reports no illnesses linked to its product. Finally, EAK issued the recall with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Affected products

Product	Lot codes	UPC
HOME GROWN Green Sprouting Calabrese Broccoli Seeds, 8 oz, Heirloom	AUG172026	850056627443

The recalled product is packaged in a cream-colored pouch. The production lot code AUG172026 is embossed on the top seal of the package. The product was sold through Amazon.com to consumers nationwide between August 20 and September 18, 2026.

What caused the issue?

According to the FDA, the recalled HOME GROWN Green Sprouting Calabrese Broccoli Seeds may contain Salmonella. This bacteria can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections. Young children, frail or elderly people, and people with weakened immune systems face greater risks.

In healthy people, Salmonella infections may cause fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Diarrhea may sometimes contain blood. In rare cases, the infection can spread to the bloodstream. As a result, severe infections can cause arterial infections, including infected aneurysms, endocarditis, and arthritis.

The recall began after EAK Distribution’s seed supplier notified the company about the affected broccoli seed lot. The supplier said a sprout grower had used the lot. As a result, the grower’s finished product became part of an FDA investigation into a multistate foodborne illness outbreak.

Later, the supplier notified EAK that FDA testing detected Salmonella in a broccoli seed sample. FDA officials collected and analyzed the sample.

However, the FDA notice does not provide additional details about how the contamination occurred. It also does not identify a specific source of the Salmonella.

FSQA Insight

“When a pathogen alert involves seeds intended for sprouting, evaluating the affected lot is critical because the same lot may supply multiple customers or growing operations. FSQA teams need to establish which lot identifiers match the alert and review the associated records to determine the extent of the potential exposure,” said Allyza Joyce Mercado, FSQA Manager at Source86.

Here’s what you should do

• Do not use the recalled broccoli seeds.
• Dispose of the recalled product.
• If you purchased the seeds through Amazon.com, contact Amazon for a full refund.
• Consumers with questions about the recall can contact EAK Distribution at 541-306-4278, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PST.

Behind the brand

EAK Distribution LLC is based in Casper, Wyoming. According to the FDA recall notice, the company distributed the recalled HOME GROWN Green Sprouting Calabrese Broccoli Seeds, 8 oz, Heirloom, to consumers nationwide through Amazon.com.

Other relevant recalls

• Berlin Seeds Recalls Alfalfa Sprouting Seed Over Possible E. Coli and Salmonella Contamination: This recall involves another sprouting seed product with potential Salmonella contamination.
• Evergreen Fresh Sprouts Recalls Broccoli Sprouts Over Salmonella Contamination: This recall involves broccoli sprouts and the same Salmonella hazard.
• Everything Sprouts Recalls Alfalfa Sprouts Over E. Coli and Salmonella Risk: This recall involves sprouts and shares the Salmonella hazard found in this recall.

Regulatory context

This recall highlights the importance of traceability and supplier oversight when companies source seeds for sprouting. In this case, the supplier linked the affected broccoli seed lot to a sprout grower. The grower’s finished product became part of an FDA investigation into a multistate foodborne illness outbreak. The supplier then recalled the affected bulk seed lot. EAK Distribution halted sales and later stopped production and distribution of the recalled product.

Companies that source, pack, or private label seed products should maintain detailed lot-level records. Clear communication with suppliers can help companies identify affected materials and respond quickly to potential food safety hazards.

Ensuring safe eats

Preventing Salmonella contamination in seeds and sprouts matters because people often eat these products raw. This removes a cooking step that could kill harmful bacteria. Companies that source, pack, or private label seeds and sprouting products can strengthen food safety controls. They can verify supplier pathogen testing, maintain lot-level traceability, and respond quickly when suppliers flag potential hazards.

Consumers should check their pantries for recalled lot codes and follow official disposal or refund instructions. EAK learned about the problem from its supplier before testing confirmed it, and Source86 builds that kind of early-warning channel into every supplier agreement so customers hear about a suspect lot first.

Find out how Source86 handles supplier notifications for its clients.