A targeted survey analysed 2,680 samples of dried herbs and 1,178 samples of dried teas for generic E. coli, Salmonella, Bacillu cereus and Clostridium perfringens. Additionally, 1,773 samples of dried herbs and all samples of dried teas were analysed for Staphylococcus aureus. Bacillus cereus was found in seven samples, Staphylococcus aureus was found in one sample, Salmonella was found in two samples and generic E. coli was found in two samples. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency conducted appropriate follow-up activities such as facility inspections and additional sampling. The Salmonella positive samples resulted in product recalls as did one of the positive generic E. coli samples. No illnesses were reported in association with any of the positive samples.