Habibi Brand Pistachio Kernel Recalled Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination in Ontario, Quebec and B.C.

A recall was announced for Habibi brand Pistachio Kernel due to possible Salmonella contamination, according to a notice published by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) on August 13, 2025. The product was distributed in Ontario, Quebec, and British Columbia by Green Farm Pistachio Inc.

The CFIA classified the action as a Class 2 recall, indicating a moderate health risk. The recall affects a 10 kg package of Habibi brand Pistachio Kernel with UPC 70847446000626, lot number 344.24IR41, and a best before date of January 2027.

The CFIA advised that the product should not be used, sold, served, or distributed. The recall applies to food sold in the form of nuts, grains, and seeds within the specified provinces. The agency identified foodborne microbial contamination—specifically Salmonella—as the issue in the recall notification.

The CFIA published the recall under identification number RA-77901. The agency is responsible for overseeing and issuing notifications related to potential food contamination in Canada.