Salmonella Outbreak Tied to Cage-Free Eggs: 95 Sick Across 13 States

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A salmonella outbreak tied to brown cage-free eggs has sickened at least 95 people in 13 states, leading to a recall of three brands, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The outbreak has been linked to eggs distributed by Country Eggs, LLC. Illnesses were reported between January 7 and July 26, 2025. Among those infected, the median age is 29, with patients ranging from 1 to 91 years old. Of the 80 people infected whose information is available, 18 have been hospitalized.

California has reported the highest number of cases, with 73 individuals affected. Other states with reported cases include Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Washington state. Officials say 92 percent of those interviewed reported eating eggs before getting sick. State health officials have also linked the outbreak to four restaurants where the eggs were served, causing small clusters of infections.

Which eggs were recalled?

The recalled eggs were distributed in California and Nevada to grocery stores and food service distributors. The products include large brown cage-free eggs sold in cartons.

• Brand names:
  • Nagatoshi Produce
  • Misuho
  • Nijiya Markets
• Code on carton: CA 7695
• Sell-by dates: July 1, 2025, through September 16, 2025

On August 27, Country Eggs announced it had halted egg production while the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the company continue their investigation.

Earlier this summer, a separate salmonella outbreak in June led to a recall of eggs from August Egg Company, which sickened more than 130 people across 10 states.

What should consumers do?

If you have any of the recalled eggs, do not eat them. Instead, throw them away or return them to the store where you purchased them for a refund.

Be sure to clean and sanitize any surfaces, utensils or containers that may have come into contact with the eggs. Use hot, soapy water or run items through the dishwasher to prevent cross-contamination.

If you develop severe symptoms of salmonella infection, seek medical attention promptly.

Symptoms of salmonella infection

Salmonella symptoms usually appear six hours to six days after eating contaminated food. Common signs include:

• Diarrhea
• Fever
• Stomach cramps
• Nausea or vomiting

Most people recover within four to seven days without medical treatment. However, some groups are at higher risk for serious illness, including:

• Children under 5 years old
• Adults 65 and older
• People with weakened immune systems

While most cases don’t require antibiotics, treatment is recommended for severe illness. Adults over 65 (or over 50 with underlying conditions like heart disease), infants and those with compromised immunity should consult a doctor about antibiotic therapy.