More than 10,000 cartons of Costco eggs have been recalled due to concerns about potential salmonella contamination. These eggs, sold under the Kirkland Signature Organic Pasture-raised label, were distributed to 25 Costco locations across Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee starting last Friday.
The recall was prompted by Handsome Brook Farms, the New York-based farm that produced the eggs. They discovered that some eggs, which were not intended for sale, were mistakenly shipped out. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning about this recall on Wednesday.
At this time, there have been no reported illnesses linked to these eggs. However, salmonella can lead to serious health issues, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. Even generally healthy individuals may experience fever, diarrhea (which can be bloody), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain if they consume contaminated eggs.
Customers who purchased these eggs are advised to check their cartons for the Julian code 327 and a use-by date of January 5, 2025, to see if they have the affected product.
In response to this incident, Handsome Brook Farms has announced that they are taking steps to enhance their supply chain controls and are providing additional training to ensure that a situation like this does not occur again.
Customers are urged to stop consuming the recalled eggs and return any affected cartons to Costco for a full refund.
This recall follows a series of food safety incidents across the country, raising further concerns about the safety of our food supply. Public health remains a priority, and businesses are reminded of the importance of rigorous safety standards to protect consumers.
