Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Eggs: Recalled Products, Symptoms, and What to Do

• The FDA and CDC closed their investigation on September 3, 2026, after linking a multistate Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak to recalled shell eggs from Midwest Poultry Services in Texas.
• The recalled eggs were sold under brands including Kroger, Simple Truth, Brookshire’s, Country Morning, and Sunups, with plant codes P-1950 or 0840962 and Julian dates 157 through 184.
• Do not eat matching eggs. Throw them away or return them, clean surfaces that they touched, and contact a healthcare provider if Salmonella symptoms develop.

What happened in the Salmonella egg outbreak

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have closed their investigation into a Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak linked to shell eggs from Midwest Poultry Services, L.P. The FDA’s latest update, dated September 3, 2026, says 134 people in 18 states were infected, 34 were hospitalized, and no deaths were reported.

The investigation found that shell eggs produced at the company’s Texas facilities were a likely source of the illnesses. FDA testing also found three environmental samples that matched the outbreak strain. The CDC has declared the outbreak over, but consumers should still check any recalled eggs they have stored at home because the products are past their listed sell-by or best-by dates and should no longer be available in stores.

Important distinction: this is a U.S. recall. The FDA notice lists distribution in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, and New Mexico. It does not list Canada as a destination for these recalled eggs.

Which eggs were recalled?

Midwest Poultry Services recalled approximately 1,589,577 dozen white shell eggs and brown cage-free shell eggs produced and distributed from Texas between June 6 and July 3, 2026. The affected cartons had sell-by or best-by dates from July 20 through August 17, 2026.

Because the eggs were sold under several brand names, the brand alone is not enough to determine whether a carton is affected. Compare the plant code and Julian date printed on the side of the carton with the information below.

Check this detail	Recalled information
Plant or identifying code	P-1950 or 0840962
Julian date	157 through 184
Sell-by or best-by dates	July 20 through August 17, 2026
Product type	White shell eggs or brown cage-free shell eggs

Recalled brand and package examples include Kroger, Simple Truth Cage Free, Brookshire’s, Country Morning, and Sunups. The recall covered a range of carton sizes, including 6-, 12-, 18-, 24-, 30-, 36-, and 60-egg packages, as well as bulk foodservice eggs.

Check the official product list before deciding whether a carton is affected.

View the official FDA recalled egg product list ↗

What consumers should do now

1. Do not eat the eggs if the carton matches the recall. Do not try to cook, freeze, or otherwise save recalled eggs.
2. Throw them away or return them. The FDA advised consumers to discard the eggs or return them to the place of purchase for a refund. If you throw them out, place them in a sealed bag so people and animals cannot eat them.
3. Clean areas that may have been contaminated. Wash hands, refrigerator shelves, containers, utensils, countertops, and other surfaces that contacted the eggs with hot, soapy water. Follow any sanitizer label instructions.
4. Do not rely on appearance or smell. Salmonella-contaminated eggs may look and smell normal.
5. Check other people who may have eaten them. If a family member, child, older adult, pregnant person, or person with a weakened immune system ate the eggs, watch for symptoms and seek medical advice if illness develops.

Salmonella symptoms and when to get medical help

Salmonella symptoms commonly begin 12 to 72 hours after exposure. Typical symptoms include diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and sometimes headache. Diarrhea can occasionally be bloody, and illness usually lasts about four to seven days.

Most people recover with supportive care, but dehydration can become serious, particularly in young children and older adults. Salmonella can also spread beyond the intestines and cause more severe illness in some people.

Contact a healthcare provider promptly if you have

• Bloody diarrhea or diarrhea lasting more than several days
• A high fever, severe abdominal pain, or repeated vomiting
• Signs of dehydration, such as very little urination, dizziness, dry mouth, or unusual sleepiness
• Symptoms after eating recalled eggs and you are pregnant, very young, older, or immunocompromised

Tell the healthcare provider what you ate and when the symptoms began. A laboratory test may be needed to confirm Salmonella infection. Do not take anti-diarrheal medication without medical advice, especially if you have bloody diarrhea or a fever.

What this means for shoppers in Canada

The FDA’s Midwest Poultry Services recall is not described as a Canadian recall, and the listed distribution states are all in the United States. Canadian shoppers should not assume that every egg recall reported in U.S. news applies to products sold in Canada.

If you are in Canada and want to check a different egg or egg-product recall, compare the brand, product name, package size, UPC, lot code, and best-before information in the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s notice. A product is affected only when the identifying details match the official notice.

How to reduce Salmonella risk from eggs

Even when there is no recall in your area, normal egg-safety practices reduce the risk of foodborne illness. Keep eggs refrigerated at 40°F (4°C) or below in the United States, or follow the storage directions on Canadian packaging. Keep eggs in their original carton and avoid using cracked eggs.

Wash your hands, utensils, equipment, and work surfaces with hot, soapy water before and after handling raw eggs. Do not wash eggs in the sink, because splashing can spread bacteria around the kitchen.

Cook eggs until both the whites and yolks are firm. Cook casseroles and other egg dishes to 160°F (71°C). For recipes that use raw or lightly cooked eggs, such as some homemade ice cream, mayonnaise, or Caesar dressing, use pasteurized shell eggs or pasteurized egg products.

Current status

The outbreak investigation is complete, and the recalled eggs should no longer be available for sale. The practical next step is to inspect any cartons still in your refrigerator or freezer, compare the codes with the official recall notice, and discard matching products. If you have symptoms, contact a healthcare provider rather than assuming they are unrelated to the recall.

Helpful Links

• FDA Salmonella egg outbreak investigation – Review the final U.S. outbreak update, case count, affected states, symptoms, and consumer recommendations.
• FDA Midwest Poultry Services shell egg recall – Compare recalled brands, carton sizes, UPCs, plant codes, Julian dates, and sell-by or best-by dates.
• FDA egg safety guidance – See official guidance for buying, storing, handling, cooking, and serving eggs safely.
• Canadian Food Inspection Agency food recalls and safety alerts – Search Canadian food recalls and safety alerts by brand, product, UPC, lot code, or date.
• CDC clinical overview of Salmonella – Review symptoms, dehydration risks, complications, testing, and clinical information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is the Salmonella egg outbreak still active?

A. No. The FDA says the investigation was complete and the CDC declared the outbreak over on September 3, 2026. Consumers should still discard any recalled eggs they may have at home.

Q. Can I eat recalled eggs if I cook them thoroughly?

A. No. Do not eat recalled eggs, even if you plan to cook them. Discard them or return them to the store for a refund, then clean any surfaces or containers they touched.

Q. Were the recalled eggs sold in Canada?

A. The FDA notice lists U.S. distribution in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, and New Mexico, and does not list Canada. Canadian consumers checking a separate product should use the CFIA recall database and compare the full product details.

Q. How quickly do Salmonella symptoms appear?

A. Symptoms commonly begin 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps, nausea, and vomiting are common. Seek medical advice for severe symptoms, dehydration, bloody diarrhea, or illness in someone at higher risk.