Salmonella Risk Triggers Massive Recall of Eggs Produced in Texas

Consumers across several US states are being urged to check their refrigerators after white and brown cage-free eggs were included in a major recall.

Could the eggs in your refrigerator be included in one of the largest food recalls announced this year?
Midwest Poultry Services is voluntarily recalling 1,589,577 dozen white shell and brown cage-free eggs produced in Texas because they may be contaminated with Salmonella Enteritidis.

The eggs were produced and distributed between June 6 and July 3, 2026, and carry “sell by” or “best by” dates ranging from July 20 to August 17, 2026. No illnesses had been specifically linked to the company’s eggs when the recall was announced.(2^✔ ✔Trusted Source
Midwest Poultry Services. L.P. Recalls Shell Eggs Due to Possible Salmonella Enteritidis Contamination

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The company identified the concern through environmental monitoring and a root-cause investigation at two Texas farms. Distribution of fresh eggs from those farms has been halted.

Why Salmonella in Eggs Can Be Dangerous

Salmonella bacteria can cause an intestinal illness called salmonellosis. Common symptoms include diarrhoea, fever, stomach cramps, nausea and vomiting. Symptoms usually begin between six hours and six days after infection and generally last four to seven days.(1^✔ ✔Trusted Source
About Salmonella Infection

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Most healthy people recover without specific treatment. However, infection can become serious in young children, older adults, pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems. Severe cases may cause dehydration or allow the bacteria to spread from the intestines into the bloodstream and other parts of the body.

Medical attention is recommended for bloody diarrhoea, symptoms lasting more than two days, high fever, frequent vomiting or signs of dehydration such as dizziness, dry mouth and reduced urination.

Check the Carton Before You Crack It

The recalled eggs were shipped to foodservice and retail customers in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana. Consumers could also have purchased them from Brookshire Grocery stores in Arkansas, New Mexico and Mississippi.

Affected brands and products include selected packages sold under:

• Kroger
• Simple Truth
• Brookshire’s
• Country Morning
• Sunups
• Bulk foodservice labels

Consumers should look for identifying codes P-1950 or 0840962, together with a Julian date between 157 and 184, printed on either side of the carton. Only products matching the codes and date range listed in the FDA announcement are included in the recall. (2^✔ ✔Trusted Source
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No other Midwest Poultry Services products are included.

Do Not Eat the Recalled Eggs

Consumers who have an affected carton should not eat the eggs. The product should be returned to the original place of purchase for a full refund.

Hands, utensils, containers and kitchen surfaces that may have touched the eggs should be thoroughly cleaned to reduce the risk of cross-contamination. Eggs not affected by the recall should remain refrigerated and be cooked until both the yolk and white are firm.

References:

1. About Salmonella Infection- (https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/about/index.html)
2. Midwest Poultry Services. L.P. Recalls Shell Eggs Due to Possible Salmonella Enteritidis Contamination- (https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/midwest-poultry-services-lp-recalls-shell-eggs-due-possible-salmonella-enteritidis-contamination)

Source-Medindia