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Nearly 1.6M eggs recalled in Texas and nearby states over possible salmonella contamination
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk Christian Hudspeth , Click2Houston KPRC2 Local
· July 23, 2026
· 2 min read
A large batch of shell eggs sold across Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana is being pulled from shelves after Midwest Poultry Services, L.P. said the products may be contaminated with Salmonella Enteritidis , according to a company recall notice posted by the FDA. The recall covers about 1.59 million ...
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Key takeaway said the products may be contaminated with Salmonella Enteritidis , according to a company recall notice posted by the FDA.
Why this matters in The Houston
The recall of nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs in Texas and nearby states due to possible salmonella contamination has significant implications for Houston residents. As the eggs were distributed to major retailers like Kroger, which has several locations throughout the city, many Houstonians may have purchased the affected products. The fact that the eggs were produced at Midwest Poultry Services' Texas farms also raises concerns about the state's food safety protocols. Houston's vulnerable populations, including young children and older adults, are particularly at risk of severe salmonella infections. The city's health department should be vigilant in monitoring for any reported cases of salmonella poisoning and take proactive steps to educate the public about the recall and the importance of proper food handling and storage. Residents who have purchased eggs from the affected retailers should check their cartons for the recalled codes and return them to the store for a refund to minimize the risk of illness.
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Category: business Published: July 23, 2026 Source: Click2Houston KPRC2 Local Reading time: 2 min
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