Midwest Poultry Services voluntarily recalled 1,589,577 dozen eggs after possible Salmonella contamination at two Texas farms. Affected cartons bear plant code P-1950 or 0840962 and Julian dates 157–184, with sell-by dates through Aug. 17, 2026. The CDC has confirmed 98 illnesses across 17 states (26 hospitalizations), and officials warn the strain may be nonsusceptible to ciprofloxacin. If you find matching codes, do not use the eggs; return or discard them and clean any surfaces they contacted.
Urgent: Egg Recall Linked to 98 Salmonella Cases — Check Side-Panel Codes P-1950 / 0840962
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Health officials are urging consumers to inspect the side panels of egg cartons after Midwest Poultry Services issued a large voluntary recall tied to a multistate Salmonella outbreak. Some recalled cartons remain within their sell-by window through Aug. 17, 2026.
What Was Recalled
On July 22, Midwest Poultry Services recalled 1,589,577 dozen shell eggs (about 19 million eggs) after possible Salmonella contamination was identified at two Texas farms. The recall covers certain white-shell and brown cage-free eggs sold under several retail brands, including Kroger, Simple Truth, Brookshire's, Country Morning, and Cal-Maine Sunups.
How To Identify Affected Cartons
Check the side panel of every egg carton — not just the top label. Affected cartons are ink-stamped with plant code P-1950 or 0840962 and a Julian date from 157 to 184. The cartons also display sell-by or best-by dates from July 20 to Aug. 17, 2026. If eggs have been removed from their original packaging and the codes cannot be confirmed, the FDA advises discarding them.
Scope And Health Impact
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports 98 confirmed illnesses across 17 states, including 73 cases in Texas. There have been 26 hospitalizations and no reported deaths to date. The CDC found that 40 of 44 interviewed patients reported eating shell eggs before becoming ill.
Officials say the outbreak strain is predicted to be nonsusceptible to ciprofloxacin, an antibiotic sometimes used for severe Salmonella infections, though most people recover without antibiotics. The FDA has noted the recalled eggs do not explain every illness in the broader timeline and that the investigation is ongoing.
What You Should Do
If you find matching codes on a carton, do not use the eggs. Return them to the place of purchase for a refund or dispose of them safely. Thoroughly clean any surfaces or items that may have contacted the eggs — countertops, refrigerator shelves, bowls, pans, and utensils — using hot, soapy water or a dishwasher cycle.
Seek medical care if you develop severe or persistent symptoms, including:
- Diarrhea lasting more than two days
- Bloody diarrhea
- Vomiting that prevents keeping fluids down
- Signs of dehydration
- Fever above 102°F (39°C)
If you suspect recalled eggs may be involved, tell your healthcare provider.
Contact Information
For questions about the recall, Midwest Poultry Services can be reached at 574-405-9531 or by email at [email protected].
Public health agencies continue tracing the source. Consumers should check cartons now and follow guidance if they find affected products.
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