Egg Recall Ties to Salmonella Outbreak

Federal health officials say nearly 100 people across 17 states have been sickened by a Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs produced by Midwest Poultry Services, with 26 hospitalizations and no deaths reported. The recall covers about 1.6 million dozen eggs, roughly 19 million individual eggs, produced in Texas between June 6 and July 3 and distributed to Kroger and Brookshire Grocery stores across six states, plus other outlets and foodservice buyers. The eggs carry date codes P-1950 or 0840962 with Julian dates 157–184 and sell-by or best-by dates between July 20 and August 17, 2026. Consumers are urged not to eat the recalled eggs and to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund, as the investigation continues to determine other potential sources. Midwest Poultry Services has halted distribution of eggs from its Texas farms, and brand names include Kroger, Simple Truth, Brookshire’s, Country Morning, and Sunups. Officials emphasize that the recall illustrates how products from a small number of farms can enter multiple brands and distribution channels, necessitating careful product code verification by shoppers.