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On July 22, 2026, Midwest Poultry Services, L.P. announced a voluntary recall of 1,589,577 dozen white shell and brown cage-free shell eggs produced at its Texas farms due to possible Salmonella Enteritidis contamination [1]. Simple Truth Cage Free Brown Eggs are specifically named in the recall alongside Kroger, Country Morning, Brookshire’s, and Sunups branded products. The FDA published the recall notice on July 23, 2026.
What Products Are Affected?
The recall covers Simple Truth Cage Free Brown Eggs sold in medium, large, extra-large, and jumbo sizes. To determine whether a carton is included in the recall, consumers should check the left or right side of the carton for an identifying code printed in date-coding ink only — not the printed labeling — and look for the following:
- Plant code P-1950 or 0840962
- Julian Date between 157 and 184
- Sell-by or best-by date between July 20, 2026 and August 17, 2026
Only cartons matching all of the above criteria are subject to the recall. The recalled eggs were produced at Midwest Poultry Services farms in Texas between June 6 and July 3, 2026, and sold at Kroger stores in Texas and Louisiana.
Why Simple Truth Eggs Are Part of This Recall
Simple Truth is Kroger’s flagship natural and organic private-label brand, often chosen by consumers specifically because of its positioning as a cleaner, more ethically produced product. Like the standard Kroger-branded eggs in this recall, Simple Truth Cage Free Brown Eggs are produced by Midwest Poultry Services and share the same production facilities and distribution chain that are the subject of the Salmonella concern.
The fact that an egg is labeled cage-free or sold under a premium brand does not protect it from environmental Salmonella contamination at the production facility level. Midwest Poultry Services identified the issue through environmental monitoring at two Texas farms and has halted all distribution of fresh eggs from those facilities.
What Is the Hazard?
Salmonella Enteritidis is a bacterium capable of causing serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in young children, elderly individuals, and those with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals may experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain within six hours to six days of exposure.
In rare cases the infection can enter the bloodstream, leading to more serious conditions including arterial infections, endocarditis, and arthritis. Eggs contaminated with Salmonella can appear completely normal — they may look, smell, and cook the same as uncontaminated eggs.
Incidents and Injuries
No confirmed illnesses have been reported in connection with the recalled eggs as of the July 22, 2026 recall date. However, because affected cartons may still be in consumers’ refrigerators, consumers are urged to check their cartons and act immediately.
What Should Consumers Do?
Consumers who purchased Simple Truth Cage Free Brown Eggs should check the carton code immediately — only the plant code and Julian Date printed in date-coding ink on the side of the carton confirm whether the eggs are recalled, not the sell-by date or brand labeling alone. Recalled eggs should not be eaten and should be returned to Kroger for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact Midwest Poultry Services at 260-768-4306.
Can I File a Lawsuit?
Consumers who purchased recalled Simple Truth Cage Free Brown Eggs and became ill with Salmonella may have significant legal options against Midwest Poultry Services and Kroger. Contact an attorney promptly to have your case evaluated.
References
1. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/midwest-poultry-services-lp-recalls-shell-eggs-due-possible-salmonella-enteritidis-contamination