FDA and CDC Tie Eggs From Midwest Poultry Services To Salmonella Outbreak. Midwest Poultry Services voluntarily recalled 1,589,577 dozen eggs produced in Texas after investigations linked them to a Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak that sickened 98 people across 17 states (26 hospitalized). Recalled eggs were produced June 6–July 3, 2026, with sell-by dates July 20–August 17, 2026; look for plant codes P-1950 or 0840962 and Julian Dates 157–184. Officials advise discarding or returning affected cartons while the investigation continues.
Multistate Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Midwest Poultry Services Eggs — 1.59M Dozen Recalled
Midwest Poultry Services egg recall linked to salmonella outbreak
Federal health officials have linked a multistate Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak to eggs produced by Midwest Poultry Services, L.P., prompting a large voluntary recall.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that laboratory results, epidemiologic interviews and traceback investigations point to shell eggs from Midwest Poultry Services as a likely source of the outbreak. Investigators stressed the company’s products do not account for every reported illness and additional sources may be under investigation.
Scope of the Outbreak
As of the update, 98 people in 17 states have been sickened, and 26 patients were hospitalized. No deaths have been reported. The CDC noted that the official case count likely underestimates the true number of illnesses because many people recover without seeking medical care or submitting specimens for testing. Illness onset dates range from November 21, 2025, through June 30, 2026.
Recall Details
On July 22, Midwest Poultry Services voluntarily recalled 1,589,577 dozen white shell eggs and brown cage-free shell eggs produced at Texas farms. The recalled eggs were produced between June 6 and July 3, 2026, and carry sell-by or best-by dates from July 20 through August 17, 2026.
The company identified the contamination via environmental monitoring at two Texas farms and has halted shipments of fresh eggs from those facilities. Third-party lab results provided to the FDA on July 21 showed samples from the Texas farms matched the outbreak strain.
Where Recalled Eggs Were Sold
Recalled eggs were shipped to foodservice and retail accounts in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana. They were sold under multiple brand names — including Kroger, Simple Truth, Brookshire's, Country Morning and Sunups — at Kroger stores in Texas and Louisiana, Brookshire Grocery stores across several states, and through other smaller retailers.
How To Tell If Your Eggs Are Recalled
Consumers should check the side of the egg carton for date-coding ink. Recalled cartons will show either plant code P-1950 or 0840962 together with a Julian Date between 157 and 184. If you find affected cartons, do not eat the eggs.
Health and Treatment Notes
The outbreak strain of Salmonella Enteritidis shows predicted nonsusceptibility to ciprofloxacin and resistance to nalidixic acid, according to CDC laboratory data. That means some patients may require alternative antibiotics; clinicians should consult susceptibility testing when treating severe cases.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who purchased recalled eggs are advised to discard them or return the cartons to the place of purchase for a full refund. For questions, Midwest Poultry Services can be reached at 574.405.9531, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM Eastern.
Investigation ongoing: Federal officials continue traceback, environmental and lab work to identify any other potential sources contributing to the outbreak.
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