- FDA has classified a recall of nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs as Class I, its most serious designation, indicating a reasonable probability that use will cause serious health consequences or death.
- The recalled eggs were produced between June 6 and July 3, 2026, at two Texas farms.
- Midwest Poultry Services identified the problem through environmental monitoring and root cause analysis.
- Whole genome sequencing matched farm samples to the outbreak strain, with results shared with the FDA on July 21 and the following day.
- The last best-by dates for the recalled eggs expire on August 17, 2026.
- The outbreak has been linked to 98 illnesses across 17 states, with 26 hospitalizations reported.
- The recalled eggs were sold under various brand names including Country Morning, Cal-Maine Sunups, Brookshire's, Simple Truth, and Kroger.
- Symptoms of Salmonella Enteritidis infection typically appear 12 to 72 hours after exposure and can last four to seven days, including diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps.
- The FDA advises consumers to discard or return recalled eggs rather than attempting to cook them, as handling raw eggs can contaminate surfaces.
- The investigation into the outbreak is ongoing, with the FDA stating that the recalled eggs do not account for every illness.
The FDA has classified a recall of nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs as Class I, its most serious designation, due to a Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak linked to 98 illnesses and 26 hospitalizations across 17 states. The recalled eggs, sold under various brands including Kroger and Simple Truth, were produced between June 6 and July 3, 2023, with sell-by dates from July 20 to August 17, 2026.1678
Health authorities advise consumers to immediately discard or return the recalled eggs for a full refund. The FDA warns that raw eggs can contaminate hands and surfaces, increasing the risk of illness. “Throw them away,” the agency states for those unable to identify the recalled products.
The outbreak has raised concerns as the FDA continues to investigate, noting that the producer does not account for all illnesses. “The recalled eggs are a likely source of illnesses in this outbreak,” the agency reported, emphasizing the need for consumer vigilance. The affected eggs were distributed across states including Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana, with the last best-by dates expiring soon.
This recall coincides with a major US cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce, although Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claims that health crises remain under control.
“The recalled eggs were sold under Country Morning, Cal-Maine Sunups, Brookshire's, Simple Truth, and Kroger labels, with only cartons marked P-1950 or 0840962 and a Julian date between 157 and 184 affected. The FDA advises discarding or returning them rather than cooking, as handling raw eggs can contaminate hands and surfaces.”
The Independent
