SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Dec. 13, 2025) — California health officials are urging residents and businesses across parts of Northern California to stop eating, selling, or serving certain Vega Farms in-shell eggs after the products were linked to a Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak that has already sickened dozens of people.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) says that 63 California residents were reported ill as of Dec. 5, 2025, including 13 hospitalizations, with no deaths reported. The eggs were voluntarily recalled by Vega Farms, Inc. on Dec. 5, 2025, and the state has since released details to help consumers identify affected cartons and businesses remove any remaining stock.
What’s new on Dec. 13: outbreak-linked eggs and a growing focus on where they were sold
As of Saturday, Dec. 13, the key development is confirmation that the recall is tied to an illness outbreak—not just a precautionary contamination alert—and a clearer picture of where the eggs were distributed in the Sacramento and Davis areas.
CDPH reports that, after identifying the supplier of suspect eggs, investigators inspected the Dixon facility and collected egg and environmental samples. Multiple samples tested positive for Salmonella, and whole genome sequencing showed that Salmonella found in at least one sample matched the strain found in sick individuals—a strong signal that the recalled eggs are connected to the outbreak under investigation.
Which Vega Farms eggs are recalled
If you have Vega Farms eggs at home—or if you run a restaurant, café, market, or bakery—use the identifiers below to determine whether they’re part of the recall.
Recalled product details (CDPH):
- Brand: Vega Farms
- Product:Brown eggs (in-shell eggs)
- Handler code:2136
- Sell-by dates:12-22-25 and earlier
- Julian dates:328 and earlier (a 3-digit day-of-year code)
- Packaging affected:
- Consumer: 1-dozen cartons and 30-egg flats
- Foodservice: 15-dozen cases (containing 6 flats of 30 eggs each)
A Vega Farms spokesperson told KCRA that around 1,515 dozen eggs were impacted (roughly 18,000 eggs), and that the possible contamination may be connected to processing equipment, not the hens themselves.
Where the recalled eggs were sold in Northern California
CDPH says the eggs were sold to restaurants, grocery stores, co-ops, and farmers markets in Northern California, with distribution concentrated in the Sacramento and Davis areas.
The retail distribution list released by CDPH and reporting from KCRA identify the following locations:
- Davis Food Co-Op, 620 G St., Davis
- Sacramento Foods Co-Op, 2820 R St., Sacramento
- Sage Market, 201 Sage St., Davis
- Segundo Market, One Shields Ave., Davis
- Taylor’s Market, 2900 Freeport Blvd., Sacramento
- Tercero DC, 237 Tercero Hall Cir., Davis
- UC Davis Cuarto Market, 550 Oxford Cir. (1st floor), Davis
If you bought eggs from any of these locations—especially if the carton shows handler code 2136, a Julian date of 328 or earlier, or a sell-by date of Dec. 22, 2025 or earlier—treat them as recalled and take the steps below.
What to do right now if you have the eggs at home
CDPH’s guidance is direct:
- Do not eat the eggs (even if they look and smell normal).
- Throw them away or return them to the place of purchase for a refund.
- Wash and sanitize any items or surfaces that may have touched the eggs (cartons, fridge shelves, countertops, bowls, utensils). CDPH recommends hot, soapy water or a dishwasher where appropriate.
- If you see recalled eggs still for sale, call the CDPH Complaint Hotline: (800) 495-3232, or submit a report to CDPH’s Food and Drug Branch.
For recall questions, CDPH’s recall sheet lists a contact number for Vega Farms: (530) 400-9505 (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
Guidance for restaurants, cafés, and food businesses
If you operate a food business in Northern California, the key risks aren’t just what’s in the walk-in—it’s also what may have already been served.
CDPH’s direction for businesses includes:
- Do not sell or serve any recalled eggs.
- Remove and isolate suspected product immediately (then discard per policy or coordinate returns).
- Sanitize equipment and surfaces that may have come into contact with raw shell eggs (prep tables, mixing bowls, slicers used near raw egg items, containers, and hands-on touch points).
Even a small amount of cross-contamination can matter—especially for ready-to-eat foods assembled near egg prep.
Salmonella symptoms: what to watch for and when to seek care
Salmonella can hit fast—or take a few days to show up. The CDC notes symptoms typically start 6 hours to 6 days after infection and usually last 4 to 7 days.
Common symptoms include:
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Stomach cramps
Some people also experience nausea, vomiting, headache, and loss of appetite.
People at higher risk of severe illness include:
- Children under 5
- Adults 65 and older
- People with weakened immune systems
If you ate the eggs and develop symptoms—especially severe dehydration, prolonged illness, or worsening fever—contact a healthcare provider.
How to reduce risk from eggs going forward
This recall is a reminder of an uncomfortable reality: shell eggs are a raw animal product, and food safety often comes down to handling, cooking, and preventing cross-contamination.
Consumer-friendly steps recommended by federal food-safety resources include:
- Refrigerate eggs promptly and keep them cold (40°F or below is a common safety benchmark).
- Discard cracked eggs (cracks make it easier for bacteria to spread).
- Cook eggs until yolks and whites are firm, and cook egg dishes to safe internal temperatures when applicable.
- If you’re making foods that won’t be fully cooked (like certain dressings or desserts), consider using pasteurized eggs.
Bottom line for Dec. 13, 2025
The Vega Farms egg recall is no longer just a “check your carton” advisory—it is tied to a confirmed outbreak investigation, with 63 illnesses and 13 hospitalizations reported to CDPH as of Dec. 5. California Department of Public Health+1
If you’re in Northern California—especially Sacramento, Davis, and nearby communities—double-check your refrigerator and pantry now. The identifying marks (Vega Farms, handler code 2136, sell-by 12-22-25 or earlier, Julian date 328 or earlier) are the fastest way to know whether you’re affected.
