August Egg Company Recall: 1,700,000 Dozen Eggs Potentially Contaminated with Salmonella
Summary
The August Egg Company has issued a voluntary recall of 1,700,000 dozen brown cage-free and brown certified organic eggs due to potential contamination with Salmonella. The recall was announced on June 6, 2025, and affects eggs distributed from February 3, 2025, to May 15, 2025, with sell-by dates ranging from March 4, 2025, to June 4, 2025.
Company Announcement
According to the company, the recalled eggs were distributed to retail locations in California and Nevada, including Save Mart, FoodMaxx, Lucky, Smart & Final, Safeway, Raleys, Food 4 Less, and Ralphs. Additionally, the eggs were distributed to Walmart locations in California, Washington, Nevada, Arizona, Wyoming, New Mexico, Nebraska, Indiana, and Illinois.
The recalled eggs will have a plant code number P-6562 or CA5330 with Julian Dates between 32 to 126 printed on the carton or package. Consumers are advised to check their eggs for these codes and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Reason for Recall
The recall was initiated due to possible Salmonella enteritidis contamination, which poses a health risk to consumers. Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
Products Affected
The following products are affected by the recall:
| Item Name | Plant Number | Carton UPC |
|---|---|---|
| Clover Organic Large Brown 12 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 070852010427 |
| First Street Cage Free Large Brown Loose 1 case=150 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 041512039638 |
| Nulaid Medium Brown Cage Free 12 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 071230021042 |
| Nulaid Jumbo Brown Cage Free 12 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 071230021011 |
| O Organics Cage Free Large Brown 6 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 079893401522 |
| O Organics Large Brown 12 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 079893401508 |
| O Organics Large Brown 18 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 079893401546 |
| Marketside Organic Large Cage Free Brown 12 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 681131122771 |
| Marketside Organic Large Cage Free Brown 18 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 681131122801 |
| Marketside Large Cage Free Brown 12 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 681131122764 |
| Marketside Large Cage Free Brown 18 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 681131122795 |
| Raley’s Large Cage Free Brown 12 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 046567033310 |
| Raley’s Large Cage Free Brown 18 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 046567040325 |
| Raley’s Organic Large Cage Free Brown 12 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 046567028798 |
| Raley’s Organic Large Cage Free Brown 18 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 046567040295 |
| Simple Truth Medium Brown Cage Free 18 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 011110099327 |
| Simple Truth Large Brown Cage Free 18 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 011110873743 |
| Sun Harvest Organic Cage Free Large Brown 12 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 041512131950 |
| Sun Harvest Organic Cage Free Large Brown 18 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 041512145162 |
| Sunnyside Large Brown Cage Free 12 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 717544211747 |
| Sunnyside Large Brown Cage Free 18 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 717544211754 |
| Sunnyside Organic Cage Free Large Brown 12 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 717544201441 |
| Sunnyside Organic Cage Free Large Brown 18 eggs | P-6562 or CA-5330 | 717544211761 |
| Loose Small Brown Cage Free-1 box= 6 flats (1 flat= 30 eggs) | P-6562 or CA-5330 | NA |
| Loose Medium Brown Cage Free -1 box= 6 flats (1 flat= 30 eggs) | P-6562 or CA-5330 | NA |
| Loose Medium Brown Organic -1 box= 6 flats (1 flat= 30 eggs) | P-6562 or CA-5330 | NA |
| Loose Large Brown Organic-1 box= 6 flats (1 flat= 30 eggs) | P-6562 or CA-5330 | NA |
| Loose Jumbo Brown Cage Free -1 box=5 flats(1 flat=20 eggs) | P-6562 or CA-5330 | NA |
| Loose Jumbo Brown Organic -1 box=5 flats(1 flat=20 eggs) | P-6562 or CA-5330 | NA |
Company Contact Information
Consumers with questions or concerns can contact the company’s customer service at 1-800-710-2554, between 9am and 5pm PT.
Conclusion
The August Egg Company recall highlights the importance of food safety and the need for consumers to be aware of potential contamination risks. By checking their eggs for the affected codes and returning them to the place of purchase, consumers can help prevent the spread of Salmonella and protect their health.
FAQs
Q: What is the reason for the recall?
A: The recall is due to possible Salmonella enteritidis contamination, which poses a health risk to consumers.
Q: Which products are affected by the recall?
A: The recall affects brown cage-free and brown certified organic eggs with the plant code number P-6562 or CA5330 and Julian Dates between 32 to 126.
Q: What should I do if I have affected eggs?
A: Consumers should return the eggs to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Q: How can I contact the company for more information?
A: Consumers can contact the company’s customer service at 1-800-710-2554, between 9am and 5pm PT.
Q: What are the symptoms of Salmonella infection?
A: Symptoms of Salmonella infection include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
Q: Who is most at risk of Salmonella infection?
A: Young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems are most at risk of Salmonella infection.
