Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- September 19, 2025
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Black Sheep Egg Company
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 5 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL, PREGNANT, INFANTS
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Food Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Black Sheep Egg Company
- Product type
- Free Range Grade AA Large Brown Eggs
- Model numbers
- Julian Date 190 Sell By: 8/7/2025 through Julian Date 260 Sell By: 10/16/2025
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- AR, MO, MS, TX, CA
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
September 19, 2025
Reported by FDA FOOD
October 22, 2025
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Potential Salmonella contamination.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it. Contact Black Sheep Egg Company, LLC for refund or replacement information. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
About This Product
Eggs are a staple breakfast item sold in cartons. These Free Range Grade AA Large Brown Eggs are marketed as high-quality eggs from a regional producer.
Why This Is Dangerous
Salmonella contamination can occur if eggs are contaminated. Thorough cooking reduces risk, but raw or undercooked eggs can cause illness.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry-wide pattern in the provided data.
Real-World Impact
Households that purchased these eggs should not consume them and should seek refunds or replacements. The recall covers a large quantity across several states.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check carton for Julian Date between 190 and 260.
- Verify Sell By date ranges: 8/7/2025 through 10/16/2025.
- If any eggs match, do not use them.
Where to find product info
Look for the Julian Date and Sell By code on the egg carton. Refer to the FDA recall page linked in the recall notice for official instructions.
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements expected within 4-6 weeks after processing.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all contacts and dates.
- File a complaint with state consumer protection offices or the FDA if necessary.
How to prevent similar issues
- Purchase eggs from reputable retailers.
- Always refrigerate eggs and cook thoroughly before consumption.
- Monitor recall notices from FDA and the brand's official channels.
Documentation advice
Keep the carton, purchase receipt, and any correspondence with the seller. Take photos of the carton code and batch information.
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Product Details
Product: Free Range Grade AA Large Brown Eggs. Packaging: Loose open skid. Quantity: 288,900 dozen recalled. Pallet quantity: 900 dozen per pallet. Brand: Black Sheep Egg Company. Address: 400 S Memorial Drive, Walnut Ridge, AR 72476. Distribution: Retail and wholesale locations in AR and MO. Wholesale brokers in MS, TX, CA and IN. Julian Date 190 Sell By: 8/7/2025 through Julian Date 260 Sell By: 10/16/2025. Recall date: 2025-09-19. Status: ACTIVE. Hazard: Potential Salmonella contamination. Remedy: Do not consume. Contact Black Sheep Egg Company, LLC for refund or replacement information.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- Quantity recalled: 288,900 dozen
- Total distribution: AR, MO; brokers in MS, TX, CA, IN
- Sell By dates: 8/7/2025 to 10/16/2025 (Julian Date 190 to 260)
- Recall date: 2025-09-19; Status: ACTIVE
- Hazard: Potential Salmonella contamination
- Remedy: Do not consume; refunds or replacements offered
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