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Recall of a specific batch of The Foodie Market Milled Chia Seeds due to the possible presence of Salmonella

Tuesday, 17 February 2026

Alert Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2026.08
Product Identification: The Foodie Market Milled Chia Seeds; pack size: 200g
Batch Code Best before end: Feb 2027

Message:

The above batch of The Foodie Market Milled Chia Seeds is being recalled due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale in Aldi stores. 

Nature Of Danger:

People infected with Salmonella typically develop symptoms between 12 and 36 hours after infection, but this can range between 6 and 72 hours. The most common symptom is diarrhoea, which can sometimes be bloody. Other symptoms may include fever, headache, and abdominal cramps. The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days. Diarrhoea can occasionally be severe enough to require hospital admission. The elderly, infants, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale. 

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batch.