FDA recalls eggs over potential Salmonella contamination fears: Here's how to stay safe

Eggs are one of those humble foods that make mornings brighter. But when a trusted brand faces a safety scare, it can make even a simple omelette feel uneasy. Recently, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a recall alert involving Black Sheep Egg Company’s Free Range Large Grade A Brown Eggs, over concerns of possible Salmonella contamination. The recall affects both 12-count and 18-count cartons with Best By dates from August 22, 2025, to October 31, 2025, listed on the side of the carton. This isn’t just another food recall headline; it’s a wake-up call to look closely at what lands on the breakfast table. During a recent inspection at the company’s processing facility in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, the FDA found something alarming: 40 environmental samples tested positi