Over 1,500 Dozen Eggs Recalled over Bacteria Contamination Concerns

The warning emerged from routine testing and regulatory review, not from reports of illness, alerting health officials to a potential risk involving one of the most common items in home kitchens.

In a disturbing development, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has recalled over 1,500 dozen eggs sold in parts of Northern California after routine testing detected contamination from bacteria that can be deadly.

Who Issued the Recall and Which Egg Products Were Affected

According to the California Department of Public Health, Vega Farms Inc., a Dixon-based producer, voluntarily recalled its in-shell eggs on December 5, 2025.

The recall involves the company's Grade AA brand eggs packaged in 12-count cartons and 30-count flats with handler code 2136 and sell-by dates of December 22, 2025, and earlier, or Julian dates of 328 and prior.

Why the Eggs Were Recalled

As revealed by the CDPH, Vegas Farms recalled those eggs after testing raised possible Salmonella contamination.

According to a spokesperson for the small, family-run farm, approximately 1,515 dozen eggs were impacted by the recall. The spokesperson told KCRA 3 that the possible contamination was traced to processing equipment and not the farm's flocks.

The farm said this is the first time a recall like this has happened in 40 years.

Where the Recalled Eggs Were Sold

According to a report, the California Department of Public Health said the eggs were sold exclusively in the Sacramento and Davis areas through restaurants and farmers' markets, all within about 25 miles of the farm.

Vega Farms confirmed it has already cleared recalled products from affected stores and urged consumers who may have purchased the eggs to either return them to the point of sale or dispose of them.

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Ramsi Vega at (530) 400-9505 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., according to the recall notice.

What Salmonella Is and How It Spreads

Salmonella is a group of bacteria that can cause gastrointestinal illness and fever, an infection known as salmonellosis. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration explains that Salmonella can spread when food handlers do not wash their hands or surfaces properly, when people consume raw or undercooked foods, or through contact with animals such as poultry and reptiles.

Pets can also spread the bacteria within the home if they eat contaminated food.

Past U.S. outbreaks of salmonellosis have been linked to a wide range of foods, including meat and poultry products, raw or undercooked eggs and dough, dairy products, fruits, leafy greens, raw sprouts, fresh vegetables, nut butters and spreads, as well as pet foods and treats.

Who Is Most at Risk and When Symptoms Begin

Most people infected with Salmonella develop symptoms within 12 to 72 hours of exposure. Symptoms typically last four to seven days and include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. In more severe cases, individuals may experience high fever, aches, headaches, lethargy, a rash, or blood in the urine or stool.

According to federal estimates, approximately 450 people in the United States die each year from acute salmonellosis. Health officials recommend contacting a healthcare provider if symptoms suggest a Salmonella infection.

Children under five, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems face a higher risk of severe illness from salmonellosis, the FDA said.

As authorities monitor the situation, health experts are reminding consumers that food recalls are designed to act quickly and prevent harm before illnesses spread. Checking labels, following return instructions, and paying attention to early symptoms remain key steps in protecting both individual households and the wider community.

While health officials continue to warn consumers about contaminated egg products, regulators confronted another food safety threat earlier this year: frozen vegetables that may harbor a different but equally dangerous bacterium.

In another appalling development, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an emergency recall for a popular frozen vegetable mix — Endico brand peas and carrots, and mixed vegetables — possibly contaminated with deadly bacteria. The agency made this announcement on September 4, 2025.

Why the Frozen Vegetables Were Recalled and Who Faces the Greatest Risk

On September 3, 2025, Endico Potatoes Inc. urgently recalled its frozen peas and carrots and mixed vegetables due to a shocking test result revealing potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes — a dangerous, sometimes deadly bacterium known to cause miscarriages, stillbirths, and life-threatening illness.

The FDA made the announcement, warning that healthy individuals may endure just a few days of fever, nausea, and painful stomach cramps. But for young children, the elderly, the immunocompromised, and pregnant women, the bacteria could be lethal.

Where the Contaminated Vegetables Were Sold and Which Products Are Affected

The contaminated products were distributed between July 18 and August 4, 2025, in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Florida, reaching countless freezers via local distributors. Sold in 2.5-pound clear plastic bags under the Endico label, the affected lots include:

• Peas and Carrots: Lot 110625, production date 6/11/25, use by 6/10/27
• Mixed Vegetables: Lot 170625, production date 6/17/25, use by 6/16/27

The lot codes are printed along the side of the bags — a detail that could mean the difference between safety and a trip to the ER.

So far, no illnesses have been reported, but the discovery was made during a routine sampling in Pennsylvania, where one of Endico's distributors tested positive for Listeria. The company has since halted distribution of the affected products and is working closely with the FDA to uncover how this dangerous pathogen slipped into its supply chain.

What the FDA Advises Consumers Should Do Now

Officials are urging anyone who purchased the products to throw them away immediately or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund — because ingesting the contaminated products could trigger symptoms that escalate quickly.

This latest scare adds to a growing string of gut-wrenching food recalls, but unfortunately, the danger doesn't stop in the freezer aisle. As fears over contaminated vegetables continue to spread, a separate and equally terrifying recall is unfolding — this time involving a popular instant coffee brand sold in more than 20,000 stores across the U.S.

Together, the egg and frozen vegetable recalls underscore how easily food safety threats can move through the supply chain undetected, often surfacing only after routine testing uncovers hidden risks.

While no illnesses have been reported in either case, health officials stress that swift recalls, careful label checks, and prompt disposal of affected products are critical in preventing potentially serious outcomes.