A recall of nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs has been upgraded to a Class I warning as officials investigate a salmonella outbreak that has sickened 98 people across 17 states.
Key facts
- •The recall involves nearly 1.6 million dozen white and brown cage-free eggs.
- •98 people across 17 states have been sickened, with 26 hospitalizations reported.
- •The FDA designated the recall as Class I, the highest-risk category.
- •Affected eggs were distributed in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.
- •Recalled eggs may have best-by or sell-by dates through 17 August.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has reclassified a recall of nearly 1.6 million dozen cage-free eggs to a Class I designation, the agency's highest-risk warning. The action follows a salmonella outbreak that has resulted in 98 illnesses and 26 hospitalizations across 17 states. The eggs, produced by Midwest Poultry Services in Texas, were distributed to retail outlets and food service locations throughout the US south and south-west.
By the numbers
Recall Details and Scope
The Class I designation indicates a reasonable probability that exposure to the product could cause serious health consequences or death. The affected white and brown cage-free eggs were sold at Kroger and Brookshire Grocery locations, as well as smaller retail outlets in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. While Midwest Poultry Services stopped distributing eggs from its Texas farms on 22 July, some recalled products remain on the market with best-by and sell-by dates extending through 17 August.
Outbreak Investigation
Health officials reported that illnesses linked to the outbreak occurred between 21 November 2025 and 30 June 2026. No deaths have been reported in connection with the salmonella cases. Midwest Poultry Services identified the contamination through environmental monitoring and root cause analysis. Consumers are advised not to eat the recalled eggs and to return them to the place of purchase for a refund.
Timeline
- 21 November 2025The earliest reported illness in the outbreak occurred.
- 30 June 2026The latest reported illness in the outbreak occurred.
- 22 JulyMidwest Poultry Services stopped distributing fresh eggs from its Texas farms.
- 24 JulyThe date as of which 98 people were confirmed sickened.
- 12 AugustThe FDA reclassified the recall to Class I status.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by The Guardian Health.
