Salmonella outbreak linked to pumpkin seeds infects 81
By The BriefBrief
A salmonella outbreak linked to a batch of pumpkin seeds has infected 81 people across several French regions between May and August, with six hospitalised. Health and Agriculture ministries said the seeds were processed by a food company in southwestern France and sold by retailers including Grand Frais.
WHO:French Health and Agriculture ministries
WHAT:Reported a salmonella outbreak linked to a batch of pumpkin seeds, with 81 infections and six hospitalisations
WHEN:Reported Sep 4, 2026 at 6:10 AM ET
WHERE:France
WHY:The outbreak was linked to pumpkin seeds processed by a food company in southwestern France and sold by retailers including Grand Frais.
