The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has upgraded its recall of eggs supplied by Milo’s Poultry Farms LLC to a Class I alert, the most serious level, warning that the eggs could cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The recall, initially issued in early September, affects all egg types and carton sizes under the Milo’s Poultry Farms and Tony’s Fresh Market brands, as well as eggs for retail food service distribution.
The FDA took action after environmental samples tested positive for salmonella enteritidis at the farm’s packing facility and poultry house. The outbreak has sickened 63 people across nine states, with at least 24 hospitalisations. No deaths have been reported as of 30 September. Illnesses occurred between 23 May and 10 August 2024, and the eggs were distributed in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan.
Salmonella infection typically occurs within 12 to 72 hours after consuming contaminated food, with symptoms including fever, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps lasting four to seven days. The FDA notes that young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of severe illness.
Milo’s Poultry Farms LLC has ceased production and distribution and will undergo testing and sanitisation of its facilities and equipment.
