2022 Outbreak of Salmonella Infections Linked to Shelled Peas Sold at Farmers Markets, Wisconsin

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and local health departments, investigated an outbreak of Salmonella infections associated with shelled peas sold at Wisconsin farmers markets. The investigation showed that at least 6 people were infected with the same strain of Salmonella bacteria after purchasing shelled peas produced by Green Barn Farm Market of Ripon, Wisconsin. Three people were hospitalized. The peas were sold at Green Barn Farm Market farm stands and farmers markets in Ripon, Green Bay, Madison, and Fond du Lac, as well as Green Valley Acres Farm and Company farm stand in Neenah.

Overview

Outbreak began:July 2022
Affected country:US
States/territories:WI
Pathogen:Salmonella
Vehicle(s):peas
Location(s):Farmers' Market
Brand name(s):Green Barn Farm Market, Green Valley Acres Farm
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:6
Number hospitalized:3

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