19 Million Eggs Recalled as Salmonella Outbreak Spreads Across 17 States

More than 19 million eggs have been pulled from store shelves after the FDA and CDC tied a growing Salmonella outbreak to Midwest Poultry Services, a Texas-based producer. The recall, issued through an FDA notice on July 22, covers roughly 1.5 million cartons after the contamination surfaced at two Texas farms. As of July 24, 98 people across 17 states had been sickened, according to the FDA, which described the recalled eggs as “a likely source of illnesses in this outbreak” and said the investigation is ongoing.

What the recall covers

The eggs may be contaminated with Salmonella Enteritidis, a strain that can cause serious and occasionally fatal infections in young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. Midwest Poultry Services said it “identified the issue on its two Texas farms through proactive environmental monitoring practices and root cause analysis” and that “is not distributing fresh eggs produced on its Texas farms at this time.” The company has begun diverting eggs to a breaking plant, where they would be pasteurized to kill any pathogens, and characterized the recall as precautionary. It did not respond to a request for more detail on how it detected the possible contamination.

Why the illness window is wider than the production window

The recalled eggs were produced between June 6 and July 3, but the outbreak’s reported illness onsets stretch from November 21, 2025 to June 30, 2026, a seven-month span that significantly exceeds the production window. That gap is why the FDA is describing the eggs as a likely source “in part” and is still investigating whether other foods are involved. The recall went out before the illness count was attached.

How to check your carton

The eggs carry “sell by” or “best by” dates ranging from July 20 to Aug. 17. Recalled cartons display an identifying code of P-1950 or 0840962 with a Julian date between 157 and 184, printed in date-coding ink on the side of the carton. No other Midwest Poultry Services products are affected.

Where the eggs were sold

The recalled eggs reached Kroger stores in Louisiana and Texas and Brookshire Grocery stores in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas, as well as smaller retailers not named in the notice. They were also shipped to foodservice customers in Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana. Kroger and Brookshire Grocery did not respond to requests for comment. Consumers who bought the affected eggs can return them for a full refund.

Symptoms of Salmonella infection

Salmonella infection typically sets in 12 to 72 hours after exposure. Symptoms include diarrhea, fever, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps, and usually last four to seven days. Vulnerable groups, including young children, the elderly, and the immunocompromised, are at higher risk of serious illness.

Full list of recalled egg products

Kroger Large 12 eggs
Kroger Large 18 eggs
Kroger Large 60 eggs
Kroger Extra Large 12 eggs
Kroger Medium 12 eggs
Kroger Medium 30 eggs
Kroger Jumbo 12 eggs
Simple Truth Cage Free Medium Brown 12 eggs
Simple Truth Cage Free Large Brown 12 eggs
Simple Truth Cage Free Large Brown 18 eggs
Simple Truth Cage Free Large Brown 24 eggs
Brookshire’s Large 6 eggs
Brookshire’s Large 12 Eggs
Brookshire’s Large 18 Eggs
Brookshire’s Large 36 Eggs
Brookshire’s Large 60 Eggs
Brookshires Extra Large 18 Eggs
Brookshire’s Jumbo 12 Eggs
Country Morning Large 12 Eggs
Country Morning Large 18 Eggs
Country Morning Large 2 ½ Dozen
Country Morning Extra Large 12 Eggs
Country Morning Medium 12 Eggs
Country Morning Jumbo 12 Eggs
Sunups Medium 2 1/2 Dozen
Grade AA Large Bulk X 30 DOZEN
Grade A Large Bulk X 15 DOZEN
Grade A Large Bulk – TICTAC
Grade A Large Bulk – BROWN – TICTAC
Grade A Medium Bulk X 30 DOZEN
Grade A Medium Bulk X 15 DOZEN
Grade A Extra Large Bulk X 15 DOZEN
Grade A Jumbo Bulk 20 eggs

FAQ

Which eggs are part of the Salmonella recall?

The FDA recall covers roughly 1.5 million cartons, more than 19 million eggs, produced by Midwest Poultry Services at two Texas farms between June 6 and July 3. Cartons carry “sell by” or “best by” dates from July 20 to Aug. 17 and the plant code P-1950 or 0840962 with a Julian date between 157 and 184.

How many people have been sickened in the outbreak?

As of July 24, 98 people across 17 states had been sickened, according to the FDA. The agency described the recalled eggs as a likely source of illnesses in the outbreak and said the investigation is ongoing, including whether other foods are involved.

What are the symptoms of Salmonella Enteritidis infection?

Symptoms typically develop 12 to 72 hours after exposure and include diarrhea, fever, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps, usually lasting four to seven days. Young children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals face a higher risk of serious or fatal infection.