US Egg Recall: Salmonella Outbreak Spans 18 States

What officials say and how the recall unfolded

Federal health agencies — including the CDC and the FDA — worked with state partners to link illnesses to eggs from specific producers. Investigators found that most ill people reported eating eggs or dining at restaurants that used the affected eggs in the week before symptoms began (CIDRAP).

Genetic matching (whole genome sequencing) tied Salmonella isolates from patients to bacteria recovered from egg samples and production environments, prompting recalls that named distributors such as Country Eggs, LLC and August Egg Company (CBS News, Hematology Advisor).

Brands, codes and dates to check

Investigators identified specific retail labels, plant codes and sell-by windows associated with the recall. Consumers should inspect cartons now and avoid using eggs that match the following descriptions:

• Country Eggs, LLC supplied retail labels including Sunshine Yolks, Omega-3 Golden Yolks, Nagatoshi Produce, Misuho and Nijiya Markets. Look for carton/plant code CA 7695 with sell-by dates July 1–Sept. 18, 2025 (distributed in California and Nevada) (CBS News, CIDRAP).
• August Egg Company recalled brown organic and brown cage-free eggs distributed between February and May 2025, sold across multiple states including Arizona, California, Illinois, Indiana, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, Washington and Wyoming (Hematology Advisor, AARP).
• Recalled eggs may have appeared on shelves at large retailers including Walmart, Safeway and Raley’s. Customers should check cartons before use (AARP).

Full list of products to avoid (summary)

Avoid the following until public health authorities update the recall lists:

• Any large brown cage-free or organic eggs labeled Sunshine Yolks, Omega-3 Golden Yolks, Nagatoshi Produce, Misuho, Nijiya Markets and other retail labels supplied by Country Eggs, LLC with carton code CA 7695 and sell-by dates July 1–Sept. 18, 2025 (CBS News, CIDRAP).
• Any brown organic or brown cage-free eggs sold by August Egg Company between February and May 2025 in the states listed above (Hematology Advisor, AARP).

Advice for consumers and food businesses

Public health officials note that Salmonella can be present inside the egg as well as on the shell. Thorough cooking kills the bacteria, but foods made with raw or undercooked eggs (such as certain dressings, sauces or desserts) remain risky. When in doubt, avoid using suspect cartons and substitute pasteurized egg products where possible (Times of India).

What to do if you have recalled eggs

• Do NOT eat, sell, or serve recalled eggs; follow retailer recall instructions (CBS News).
• Return them to the place of purchase for a refund or discard them in a sealed container to prevent animals from spreading contamination (Hematology Advisor).
• Thoroughly clean and disinfect counters, refrigerators, containers and utensils that touched the eggs using hot, soapy water and a household disinfectant or diluted bleach solution as recommended by local health guidance (CBS News).
• Monitor for symptoms of salmonellosis — diarrhea, fever, vomiting and stomach cramps — which usually begin 6 hours to 6 days after exposure. Seek medical care for severe or prolonged symptoms, bloody stools, high fever, or dehydration (AARP).
• Check the latest recall lists on the CDC and the FDA.

Where cases have been reported

State health departments report illnesses in multiple states. Known states with cases include California (the majority, about 63 cases), Nevada, Arizona, Illinois, Indiana, Nebraska, New Mexico, Washington and Wyoming. Additional cases have been reported in Kentucky and New Jersey; federal investigators say the outbreak may reach up to 18 states as reports are updated (Hematology Advisor, CIDRAP, AARP).

Investigative gaps and what officials are still looking into

Authorities continue traceback and testing to determine the full distribution path, including exactly which retail and restaurant chains received affected cartons. The FDA and state partners are inspecting production facilities and collection points while genetic testing and traceback investigations continue (CIDRAP, CBS News).

Implications for San Diego, California

Economic impact

San Diego grocery stores and restaurant suppliers should immediately check inventories for recalled cartons. Chains operating locally — including Safeway and Walmart — were reported among possible sellers; local branches must confirm whether they handled implicated lots (AARP).

Restaurants, cafes and food trucks using high egg volumes may face short-term supply disruptions or higher costs to source verified-safe replacements; small operators could be disproportionately affected.

Public health and health care

San Diego County Public Health should prepare for increased inquiries and possible clinic visits, especially among vulnerable groups: young children, older adults, pregnant people and immunocompromised individuals. Hospitals and urgent care centers should remind clinicians to ask about recent egg consumption or dining out when evaluating salmonella-like symptoms.

Social effects and consumer behavior

Shoppers may temporarily avoid eggs or shift to brands with clear traceability. Demand for pasteurized egg products could rise. Farmers markets and small local suppliers not implicated in the recall may see higher demand, though buyers should still confirm production dates and farm sources.

Action steps for San Diegans

• Inspect egg cartons for carton code CA 7695 and sell-by dates July 1–Sept. 18, 2025, and verify whether brown organic or cage-free eggs from Feb–May 2025 came from August Egg Company (CBS News, Hematology Advisor).
• If you ate recalled eggs and feel ill, contact your health care provider. Food-service workers who used recalled eggs should notify managers and follow local health department guidance.
• Stay updated via the CDC, the FDA, and local public health alerts for any recall expansions or new product lists.

Sources and further reading

• CBS News: CDC egg recall, Country Eggs products
• CIDRAP, University of Minnesota: Egg-linked salmonella outbreak
• Hematology Advisor: Salmonella outbreak triggers egg recall
• AARP Health: Egg recall and salmonella outbreak
• Times of India: Salmonella outbreak report
• CDC
• FDA

Reporting from Lucerne Valley contributed to this story; Times Media Service.