The Ministry for Primary Industries says a number of types of Pams sprouts have been recalled after salmonella was discovered as a result of routine testing. Photo: Supplied
Foodstuffs is recalling Pams brand sprouts off supermarket shelves due to the possible contamination of salmonella.
The Ministry for Primary Industries announced on Wednesday that Pams brand sprouts will be recalled due to the presence of salmonella.
Pams Alfalfa Sprouts, Salad Sprouts, Sandwich Selection Sprouts and Spicy Sprouts will be removed from shelves at New World, PAK'n Save and Four Square stores throughout the North Island.
New Zealand Food Safety deputy director general Vincent Arbuckle said salmonella was discovered as a result of routine testing.
"Affected product should not be eaten, but can be returned to place of purchase for a refund," Arbuckle said.
Salmonella poisoning can be serious, especially for people vulnerable to illness, including the very young, the elderly, those who are pregnant and those with compromised immune systems.
The following products, marked with a use by date of 4 November 2022 are included in the recall. These are all in 100g plastic punnets.
- Pams brand Alfalfa Sprouts
- Salad Sprouts
- Sandwich Selection Sprouts
- Spicy Sprouts Combo.
"As is our usual practice, New Zealand Food Safety will be working with Foodstuffs to understand how the contamination occurred and prevent its recurrence," Arbuckle said.
