Millions of eggs sold at Kroger, Brookshire’s locations in several states recalled for salmonella concerns

Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Emily Van de Riet, WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) · July 23, 2026 · 1 min read

(Gray News) — Millions of eggs distributed to several states are being recalled for potential salmonella contamination. Midwest Poultry Services announced the recall Wednesday. The recall includes nearly 1.6 million dozen white-shell eggs and brown cage-free eggs that were produced on farms in Te...

Why this matters in The Nashville

Nashville residents who shop at Kroger should check their egg cartons for the identifying code number to see if they have purchased any of the recalled eggs. The recall affects not only Kroger but also other retailers, and while there have been no reported illnesses, the risk of salmonella contamination is still a concern, particularly for vulnerable populations such as young children and the elderly. The fact that the eggs were distributed to multiple states, including those surrounding Tennessee, raises the possibility that some of these eggs may have been purchased by locals who traveled to or received shipments from the affected areas. Consumers can visit the FDA's website to find the exact code numbers included in the recall and take steps to protect themselves and their families from potential illness.

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Category: local · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) · Reading time: 1 min

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Millions of eggs sold at Kroger, Brookshire’s locations in several states recalled for salmonella concerns

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