- Eggs distributed to 25 Costco stores across five states have been recalled due to concerns about potential Salmonella contamination.
- Salmonella concerns have also led to recalls across 35 states of cucumbers from Baloian Farm, Russ Davis, and SunFed Produce.
- The outbreak strain of Salmonella connected with the recalled cucumbers has sickened 68 people in 19 states, with 18 people requiring hospitalization as of November 26, 2024.
According to a food safety alert issued by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on November 27, 2024, eggs sold at Costco are being recalled due to the risk that they may be contaminated with Salmonella.
The recall covers 10,800 packages of Kirkland Signature Organic Pasture Raised 24-Count Eggs from Handsome Brook Farm.
They were distributed to 25 Costco locations beginning November 22 in the following states:
- Georgia
- North Carolina
- South Carolina
- Alabama
- Tennessee
“The recall only applies to units with the Julian code 327 and a Use By Date of Jan 5, 2025, which can be found printed on the side of the plastic egg carton. No other products are impacted by this recall,” the FDA said in the safety alert.
The FDA also noted that there have been no reports of illness associated with the eggs to date.
What to do if you bought recalled eggs from Costco
The FDA warns that consumers who have purchased the eggs shouldn’t eat them.
Instead, they should throw the eggs away or return them to their local Costco store for a full refund.
If you have additional questions
The FDA noted that Handsome Brook Farms can be contacted by phone at 646-733-4532, ext. 1, Monday through Friday, 9 AM—6 PM EST, or via email at recall@hbfeggs.com.
Cucumbers also recalled across 35 states due to Salmonella concerns
Salmonella concerns have also led to recalls across 35 states of cucumbers from the companies Baloian Farms and Russ Davis, according to an update issued by the FDA on Monday.
The announcement follows a previous recall of cucumbers from the company SunFed Produce that was issued on November 28.
According to the FDA, the three companies purchased the affected produce, which was grown by Agrotato in Sonora, Mexico, from importers between October 12 and November 26.
Multiple products containing cucumbers were part of the recall from Russ Davis, including:
- Crazy Fresh Garden Salad W/ Ranch Dressing
- Quick & Easy Garden Salad with Ranch Dressing
- Crazy Fresh Turkey Havarti Wrap
- Quick & Easy Bacon Avocado Wrap
- Crazy Fresh Bacon Avocado Wrap
- Kowalski’s Market Garden Salad
What states are affected by the recalls?
The recalls have impacted the following 35 states: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Though distribution has been confirmed to those states, the FDA noted that “product may have been distributed further, reaching additional states.”
According to the FDA, the outbreak strain of Salmonella has sickened 68 people in 19 states, with 18 people requiring hospitalization as of November 26, 2024.
No deaths have been reported.
What to do if you think you may have bought recalled cucumbers
If you believe you may have bought recalled cucumbers or products containing recalled cucumbers from SunFed Produce, Baloian Farms, or Russ Davis, the FDA recommends that you throw them out immediately.
You should also clean and sanitize any surfaces that they may have touched.
Symptoms of salmonella food poisoning
Symptoms of Salmonella food poisoning typically appear 8 to 72 hours after eating food or drinking water contaminated with the bacteria.
Common symptoms include:
- nausea
- vomiting
- chills
- diarrhea
- fever
- dehydration
- bloody stool
- abdominal pain, cramping, or tenderness
The symptoms can be aggressive and last for up to 48 hours.
Contact a healthcare professional if you believe you are experiencing symptoms of Salmonella food poisoning.
Takeaway
Concerns about Salmonella contamination have led to multistate recalls of cucumbers from SunFed Produce, Baloian Farms, and Russ Davis, as well as eggs sold at Costco.
The outbreak strain of Salmonella connected with the recalled cucumbers has sickened 68 people in 19 states, with 18 people requiring hospitalization as of November 26, 2024.
If you believe you may have purchased recalled eggs or cucumbers, the FDA recommends you throw them away or return them to the store for a refund.
You should also clean and sanitize any surfaces that they may have touched.
Cucumbers and Costco Eggs Recalled Over Food Safety Risks: What to Know
Source: Pinoy Lang Sakalam
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