Salmonella Risk Prompts Nationwide Recall of Lacnola Lactation Granola

A possible Salmonella contamination has triggered a nationwide recall of a specialty granola marketed to breastfeeding mothers. The Hampton Grocers, Inc., based in Montauk, New York, announced on August 14, 2026 that it is recalling 8-ounce packages of its ‘Lacnola Lactation Granola’ after learning that an ingredient supplier’s product tested positive for the bacteria.

Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals who become infected often develop fever, diarrhea that may be bloody, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In rare cases, the infection can spread into the bloodstream and lead to more severe complications such as infected aneurysms, endocarditis, and arthritis. No illnesses have been reported in connection with this product to date.

Recalled Products at a Glance

The recalled item is ‘Lacnola Lactation Granola’, sold in pink 8-ounce stand-up pouches under the UPC 850035324554. Two lot codes are affected, each printed in black ink on the upper left side of the bag’s back panel:

• Lot HGLC-102125, with an expiration date of 21OCT2026
• Lot HGLC-021326, with an expiration date of 13FEB2027

Consumers should check their pantry for these specific lot numbers before deciding whether to keep or dispose of the product.

What Went Wrong?

The company says the potential contamination came to light after an ingredient supplier notified it that a sample of one of its products had tested positive for Salmonella. That ingredient, organic moringa powder, is also used in the Lacnola Lactation Granola formula. As a precaution, The Hampton Grocers, Inc. has suspended production of the granola while it works with the FDA to investigate the source of the problem further.

Where Were These Products Sold?

Lacnola Lactation Granola was sold nationwide through mail order, primarily via the company’s own website, thehamptongrocers.com, as well as through other online retailers including Amazon. The affected product was distributed between October 21, 2025 and August 12, 2026, meaning consumers who ordered the granola for lactation support over roughly the past ten months could still have an affected bag on hand.

What Consumers Need to Do Now

Anyone who purchased the 8-ounce packages of Lacnola Lactation Granola is urged to stop eating it immediately. The company is asking customers to dispose of the product and contact their place of purchase for a full refund rather than attempting to return it directly to the manufacturer.

Consumers with questions about the recall can reach The Hampton Grocers, Inc. by phone at (201) 820-8789. The line is staffed between 9 AM and 5 PM EST, Tuesday through Thursday. Media inquiries can be directed to company contact Samantha Sherman at the same number.

What the Company Said

In its announcement, The Hampton Grocers, Inc. emphasized that the recall was voluntary and precautionary, noting that no illnesses tied to the granola have surfaced so far. The company said it is cooperating with the FDA as the investigation into the moringa powder supplier continues, and that production will remain paused until the source of the contamination is fully understood.

Because lactation-support foods are often marketed specifically to new and breastfeeding mothers, a population that includes newborns and postpartum individuals who may have reduced immune resilience, health officials generally recommend erring on the side of caution with any product tied to a Salmonella risk, even in the absence of confirmed illnesses.