Midwest Poultry Recalls 1.6M Dozen Eggs Over Salmonella Risk, July 24

Midwest Poultry Services voluntarily recalled 1.6 million dozen eggs, roughly 19 million individual eggs, over potential Salmonella Enteritidis contamination on July 23. The eggs were produced at two Texas farms and distributed to Kroger and Brookshire’s locations in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, and Mississippi between June 6 and July 3. The FDA announced the recall after the company identified the issue through environmental testing. No illnesses have been reported.

Which eggs are affected and where to find them

The recall covers white shell eggs and brown cage-free shell eggs sold under brands including Kroger, Simple Truth, Brookshire’s, Country Morning, and Sunups. Affected cartons carry codes P-1950 or 0840962 with a Julian Date between 157 and 184 printed on the side. Sell-by or best-by dates range from July 20 to August 17, 2026. Eggs were sold at Kroger stores in Texas and Louisiana, Brookshire Grocery stores across six states, and other smaller retail outlets.

How the contamination was discovered

Midwest Poultry Services identified the potential contamination through proactive environmental monitoring practices and root cause analysis at its two Texas farms. The company has paused distribution of fresh eggs from those facilities. The FDA confirmed the issue during routine environmental testing on July 23.

Health risks and vulnerable populations

Salmonella Enteritidis can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in young children, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems. Healthy people infected typically experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In rare cases, the infection can enter the bloodstream and cause severe illness. The company diverted eggs to a breaking plant where they would be pasteurized to kill any foodborne pathogens.

What consumers should do

Consumers who purchased affected eggs should not consume them and should return the product to the original place of purchase for a full refund. Customers can verify the carton code by checking the left or right side of the package in date-coding ink. For questions, consumers can contact Midwest Poultry Services at 574-405-9531 during standard business hours.

Final Thoughts

The recall affects roughly 19 million eggs sold across six states, but no illnesses have been reported. Consumers should check carton codes P-1950 or 0840962 and return affected eggs for refunds.

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