An egg recall has been issued in Northern California after possible Salmonella contamination was detected in products from a small Dixon-based producer, prompting officials to urge consumers to check and discard certain cartons. The egg recall involves Vega (often reported as Veg) Farms eggs distributed primarily to Sacramento and Davis, raising concern ahead of the busy holiday season.
Key details of the egg recall
The egg recall covers 12-count cartons and 30-count flats carrying a handler code of 2136, with “sell by” dates of December 22, 2025, or earlier, or Julian dates of 328 or earlier. These eggs were shipped to restaurants, farmers’ markets, and local stores in the Sacramento and Davis areas, meaning both retail shoppers and diners could be affected. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced the voluntary egg recall on December 5 after routine checks and environmental sampling showed potential Salmonella exposure during processing.
A farm spokesperson emphasized that the contamination source was processing equipment, not the farm’s chicken flock, and that approximately 1,515 dozen eggs were impacted. Vega Farms has already removed affected stock from partner locations and is cooperating with regulators. As of December 9, no illnesses have been reported in connection with this egg recall, but officials warn that symptoms can take days to appear and may be confused with other stomach bugs.
What consumers should do after the egg recall
Anyone in the Sacramento or Davis region should immediately inspect egg cartons in their refrigerator. To identify recalled items, look for:
- Brand from Vega/Veg Farms (Dixon, CA)
- Handler code 2136 on the package
- 12-count or 30-count packs
- “Sell by” date December 22, 2025, or earlier, or Julian date ≤ 328
If your eggs match these criteria, do not eat them. The CDPH and FDA recommend discarding them in a sealed bag or returning them to the place of purchase for a refund, and washing hands and any surfaces that contacted the shells. Eating raw or undercooked eggs is especially risky during an egg recall, since Salmonella can be present on or inside contaminated eggs.
Health risks behind the egg recall
Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) typically causes diarrhea, stomach cramps, fever, headache, nausea, and vomiting, starting about 6 hours to 6 days after consuming contaminated food. Most healthy adults recover without treatment in a few days, but severe dehydration or bloodstream infections can occur, especially in:
- Infants and young children
- Older adults
- People with weakened immune systems
- Individuals with conditions like sickle cell disease
Public health agencies estimate Salmonella causes over a million infections and thousands of hospitalizations annually in the U.S., making a swift egg recall critical whenever contamination is suspected.
Egg recall context in 2025
The Vega Farms egg recall is part of a broader pattern of 2025 egg recalls tied to Salmonella concerns, including earlier actions involving Black Sheep Egg Company and other regional producers. Those recalls likewise focused on specific lot codes and best-by dates, with officials repeatedly stressing the importance of checking labels, following recall notices, and practicing good kitchen hygiene.