Pumpkin seeds are contaminated with a dangerous bacterium

The Luxembourg Veterinary and Food Authority (ALVA) has initiated a recall of pumpkin seeds and mixed seeds sold by weight in various shops across the country. This follows the discovery of a potential Salmonella contamination in the products.

In light of the identified threat to public health, the department has recommended that people refrain from consuming products in this category that have been purchased by weight. Detailed information on all recalled products and the specific outlets where they were sold is available on the official public alert portal, LU-Alert.