Full Breakdown
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Recalled Midwest Poultry Eggs
7/25/2026, 8:36:53 PM
Core Event
Nearly 100 people in 17 states have been infected with salmonella, with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reporting 98 illnesses and 26 hospitalizations. The cases began on Nov. 21, 2025, and continued through June 30, 2026. No deaths have been reported. FDA investigators identified shell eggs recalled by Midwest Poultry Services, L.P. as a likely source, though the company does not account for all of the illnesses.
Background & Context
Midwest Poultry Services, a family-owned business based in Indiana, voluntarily recalled approximately 19 million white-shell and brown cage-free eggs produced on Texas farms. The recalled cartons carry “sell-by” or “best-by” dates between July 20, 2026, and early August. Earlier, the company had recalled eggs distributed from Texas farms between June 6 and July 3, 2026. The eggs were sold under several brand names at Kroger locations in Texas and Louisiana, Brookshire Grocery stores across six states, and other smaller retailers. The company advised consumers to discard the eggs or return them for a full refund.
Data & Statistics
- 98 confirmed salmonella illnesses across 17 states.
- 26 hospitalizations; 0 fatalities.
- Recall covers nearly 19 million individual eggs (approximately 1.6 million dozen).
- Sell-by dates on the recalled cartons range from July 20, 2026, to early August.
Official Statements & Responses
Midwest Poultry Services stated the recall was “a precautionary measure” and that it was not aware of any illnesses directly linked to its products. The company also noted that it began diverting potentially affected eggs to a pasteurization plant and launched an internal investigation. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes that salmonella causes about 1.35 million infections annually in the United States, with symptoms typically appearing six hours to six days after exposure.
Verbatim Quotes
“Producing safe, quality food for those who eat our eggs is our highest priority, and this voluntary investigation and recall demonstrates that commitment.” — The company
