California health officials just pulled organic eggs off shelves after a Salmonella outbreak made at least 23 people sick. The eggs come from Happy Hens, a company based in Ramona, California. If you bought organic eggs recently, check your carton now.
Quick Take
- California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued the recall on September 8, 2026.
- 23 Salmonella cases are linked to Happy Hens organic eggs so far.
- Eggs were sold in Southern California and the Central Coast, in stores and restaurants.
- Three lot codes are affected: 223, 226, and 237, with sell-by dates September 10 through 24.
- Symptoms can show up to seven days after eating a bad egg.
What Got Recalled
The recalled eggs are shell-organic eggs from Happy Hens. They came in all sizes and all grades, so no size or grade is safe to assume is fine.
They were sold in grocery stores and served in restaurants across Southern California and the Central Coast. That's a wide area, so lots of people could have these eggs at home right now.
How To Check Your Eggs
Every carton has an egg handler code. Look for "CA-0677" on your carton. That's the code tied to this recall.
Then check the lot code. The recalled lots are 223, 226, and 237. Sell-by dates run from September 10 to September 24.
Health officials confirmed three lot codes — 223, 226, and 237 — are tied to the outbreak, with sell-by dates spanning September 10 through 24.
If your carton matches any of these details, don't eat the eggs. Throw them out or return them to the store.
Why Salmonella Is Dangerous
Salmonella is a germ (a tiny bacteria) that can make you very sick. It usually comes from contaminated food, like eggs in this case.
Symptoms don't show up right away. They can take up to seven days to appear after you eat the bad food.
When symptoms do hit, they include stomach cramps and headaches. Some people also get fever, diarrhea, or nausea, though this outbreak's cases centered on cramps and headaches.
CDPH says anyone who ate the recalled eggs and starts feeling sick should get medical help right away. Don't wait it out at home.
What's Next
Health officials are still tracking new cases tied to this outbreak, so the numbers could climb. If you have Happy Hens organic eggs at home, check the codes today. When in doubt, toss them out — it's not worth the risk.
Source: Geo News
