Health officials in California have issued a recall for eggs distributed by Veg Farms after potential Salmonella contamination was detected, raising concerns for residents in Sacramento, Davis, and surrounding areas.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) reported that the recall, announced on Friday, December 5, affects 12-count cartons and 30-count flats of eggs with sell-by dates of December 22 or earlier, or Julian dates of 328 and below. Products with a handler code of 2136 were shipped to restaurants and farmers’ markets.
A Veg Farms spokesperson told local outlet KCRA3 that the contamination originated from the company’s processing equipment, not the farm’s flock of chickens. The company confirmed that approximately 1,515 dozen eggs were affected and have been disposed of from all impacted locations. Consumers who purchased the eggs are urged to discard them immediately.
No illnesses have been reported so far in connection with the recalled eggs. However, Salmonella infections can cause symptoms including stomach cramps, diarrhea, fever, headache, nausea, and vomiting. While most healthy adults recover without medical intervention, the infection can be severe—and potentially fatal—for infants, older adults, people with weakened immune systems, and individuals with underlying conditions such as sickle cell disease.
Salmonella bacteria survive the body’s natural defenses and damage the intestinal lining, leading to fluid loss, cramps, and diarrhea, according to experts.
This recall is part of a larger trend of food safety alerts in the U.S. this year, including a recent recall of mixed nuts by Wegmans over possible Salmonella contamination. Authorities stress the importance of reading labels, washing hands, and disposing of potentially affected food products to prevent illness.
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