Midwest Poultry Services has recalled almost 1.6 million 12-count eggs over possible salmonella contamination.
If you recently picked up a carton of eggs, it may be time to take a closer look at the label. Midwest Poultry Services has recalled almost 1.6 million of its 12-count eggs due to possible salmonella contamination. That’s more than 19 million individual eggs!
The recall was first announced on July 22, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) later linked the recalled eggs to an ongoing multistate salmonella outbreak. As of July 24, 98 people in 17 states had been infected, including 26 people who were hospitalized. No deaths have been reported at this time.
The FDA recently upgraded its classification to “Class 1,” which is its highest risk classification. The FDA applies this to product recalls “in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.”
What caused the egg recall?
Midwest Poultry Services recalled the eggs after identifying the potential contamination through environmental monitoring at two Texas farms. According to the FDA, some samples collected at the farms tested positive for salmonella. Further testing found that some samples matched the strain associated with the ongoing outbreak.
The recall includes white shell eggs and brown cage-free eggs with sell-by or best-by dates between July 20 and August 17, 2026. The FDA says the recalled eggs are a likely source of some illnesses in the multistate outbreak. This is, however, an ongoing investigation.
What stores sold the recalled eggs?
The eggs were shipped to foodservice and retail customers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. They were sold under several brand names, including Kroger, Simple Truth, Brookshire’s, Country Morning and Sunups. The eggs were available for purchase in Kroger, Brookshire Grocery and other small retail outlets.
How do I know if I have recalled eggs?
The recalled eggs were sold in several carton sizes and under multiple brands. You can see examples of the recalled product labels and identifying codes in the FDA announcement.
Check the left or right side of your egg carton for the identifying code printed in ink. Your eggs are included in the recall if they match all of the following criteria:
Plant code: P-1950 or 840962
Julian Date: Between 157 and 184
Sell-by or best-by date: Between July 20 and August 17, 2026
What should I do next?
Do not eat the eggs. The FDA advises consumers, restaurants and retailers to throw away recalled eggs or return them to their place of purchase for a refund. You should also disinfect any surfaces or areas that may have come into contact with the eggs.
If you have eaten the recalled eggs and feel ill, seek medical attention. Any other questions about the recall can be directed to Midwest Poultry Services at 574-405-9531 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET.
