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Federal health officials are investigating a Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled shell eggs after nearly 100 people became sick across 17 states. The Food and Drug Administration said 98 infections have been confirmed, with 26 people hospitalized. No deaths have been reported.
According to federal officials, illnesses were reported between Nov. 21, 2025, and June 30, 2026. The investigation remains active as authorities work to determine whether additional sources contributed to the outbreak.
Salmonella investigation points to recalled eggs
The FDA said laboratory testing and product tracing identified shell eggs from Midwest Poultry Services as a likely source of many illnesses. However, investigators believe the company’s products do not explain every reported case.
Samples collected from the company’s Texas farms tested positive for Salmonella. Genetic testing later matched some of those samples to the strain responsible for the outbreak. Midwest Poultry Services shared the findings with the FDA before announcing a voluntary recall.
Health officials interviewed 44 affected people. Among them, 40 said they had eaten eggs before becoming ill. That information strengthened the connection between the recalled products and the outbreak.
Millions of eggs included in the recall
The company recalled nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs produced between June 6 and July 3. The affected products include white shell eggs and brown cage free shell eggs sold under several brands, including Country Morning, Cal Maine Sunups, Brookshire’s, Simple Truth and Kroger.
Consumers should check cartons for sell by or best by dates between July 20 and Aug. 17. Recalled packages also carry the code P 1950 or 0840962 and a Julian date between 157 and 184 printed on the carton.
The eggs were distributed through Kroger stores in Texas and Louisiana, Brookshire Grocery stores across several southern states and other regional retailers. Food service customers in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana also received shipments.
Consumers urged to discard affected products
The FDA advises consumers to throw away recalled eggs or return them to the store for a refund. Anyone who moved eggs into another container and cannot identify the original packaging should also discard them.
Restaurants and retailers should stop selling or serving the affected eggs. In addition, they should thoroughly clean and sanitize any surfaces or equipment that came into contact with the products.
Salmonella infections commonly cause diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps, nausea and vomiting. Symptoms usually appear within six days of exposure and often improve within a week without treatment. Still, young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems face a greater risk of serious illness. Anyone with severe or persistent symptoms should contact a health care provider.
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