Milo’s Poultry Farms Egg Recall Lawsuit | 2026 Latest Updates

Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC of Bonduel, Wisconsin recalled its shell eggs. They were sold as Milo’s Poultry Farms, Tony’s Fresh Market, Happy Quackers Farm and M&E Family Farms brands. The voluntary recall began on August 20, 2024. The eggs had the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The FDA lists the recall as Class I. Its status is Terminated as of November 13, 2024. The recall covered all expiration dates and sizes of chicken and duck eggs. Consumers are urged not to eat the eggs and to check their refrigerators. Anyone with symptoms after eating them should contact a health care provider.

Latest Milo’s Poultry Farms Egg Recall Updates

June 3, 2025: Court Grants Motion to Dismiss Class Action

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin granted the defendant’s motion to dismiss Abdullah v. Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC. The court also dismissed the motion to appoint interim class counsel as moot. The clerk entered judgment the same day. The order is entry 22 and the judgment is entry 23. The court’s decision and order is posted online [1].

May 22, 2025: FDA Issues Warning Letter

The FDA warning letter (CMS # 693647) to Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC is dated this day [2]. The FDA said a joint inspection with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection detected Salmonella Enteritidis. The FDA said swabs from the poultry house and egg processing facility tested positive. It also said whole genome sequencing matched the outbreak strain. None of this is a court finding.

November 13, 2024: FDA Lists Recall as Terminated

The FDA enforcement report lists the Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC egg recall with the status Terminated as of this date [3]. The recall number is F-1837-2024, and the FDA event number is 95203. The report describes the recall as voluntary and firm-initiated. It lists the recalling firm as Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC in Bonduel, Wisconsin.

October 31, 2024: Class Action Filed Against Milo’s

Joel Abdullah filed a purported class action against Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC in federal court in Wisconsin. The case is No. 1:24-cv-01400, and the docket shows it was assigned to Judge Byron B. Conway [4]. The listing gives the cause as 28:1332 Diversity-Product Liability. The court’s later order styles the case as Case No. 24-CV-1400.

October 17, 2024: CDC Declares Outbreak Over

The CDC declared the Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak over. The FDA outbreak investigation update reported case counts of 93 illnesses, 34 hospitalizations and 0 deaths in 12 states [5]. The last illness onset was September 13, 2024. The FDA said its investigation was complete. Its page lists the outbreak status as Ended.

September 30, 2024: FDA Classifies Recall as Class I

The FDA classified the voluntary Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC egg recall as Class I on this date, according to the FDA enforcement report.

September 6, 2024: Milo’s Announces Egg Recall

Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC announced it was recalling all Milo’s Poultry Farms and Tony’s Fresh Market branded eggs. The FDA posted the company announcement the same day [6]. The company said the recall began after the FDA told it environmental samples tested positive. It also said it had ceased production and distribution. It said it would test and sanitize its farms and processing equipment.

September 5, 2024: Recall Expands to All Eggs

The recall was expanded to all eggs, including brown chicken eggs and duck eggs. The expansion covered all sizes and packaging. The expansion covered conventional cage-free, non-GMO and organic types. The FDA enforcement report gives the expanded quantity as 345,417 dozen. The FDA warning letter also dates the expansion to this day.

August 20, 2024: Milo’s Starts Voluntary Recall

Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC initiated a voluntary recall of Grade A brown chicken eggs in shell. They were sold in bulk 15-dozen boxes for foodservice under the Milo’s Poultry Farms and M&E Family Farms brand names. The first stage of the recall covered 108,155 dozen, according to the FDA enforcement report. The FDA’s later warning letter dates the initial recall to the same day.

May 23, 2024: First Illness Onset in Outbreak

The FDA said illnesses in the outbreak started on dates ranging from May 23, 2024 to August 10, 2024. The range comes from the FDA’s September 6, 2024 update to its outbreak page. The FDA and CDC assisted state and local partners in an investigation of Salmonella Enteritidis infections linked to eggs supplied by Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC.

What Is Salmonella?

According to the Minnesota Department of Health, salmonellosis is an infection with a bacteria called Salmonella. Salmonella live in the intestinal tracts of animals, including birds. They usually reach people through foods contaminated with animal feces [7]. Salmonella Enteritidis is the type named in the FDA and CDC investigation of infections linked to the Milo’s Poultry Farms eggs.

Which Milo’s Poultry Farms Eggs Are Affected?

The FDA outbreak page says the recall covered all expiration dates, and the FDA enforcement report lists these chicken and duck eggs:

• Milo’s chicken eggs in 12-count and 18-count cartons
• Tony’s Fresh Market chicken eggs in 12-count and 18-count cartons
• Happy Quackers Farm duck eggs in a 12-count carton, UPC 7 99705-75077 7
• M&E Family Farms eggs sold for foodservice

The FDA outbreak page says the eggs went to retailers and foodservice distributors in Wisconsin, Illinois and Michigan. It also says the recalled eggs are past shelf life and should no longer be available for sale.

Why Were the Milo’s Poultry Farms Eggs Recalled?

The Milo’s Poultry Farms eggs were recalled because of the potential for Salmonella contamination. The FDA enforcement report lists this potential as the reason for the recall. The FDA outbreak page says the FDA collected samples during an onsite inspection and detected Salmonella Enteritidis in samples from the packing facility and poultry house of Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC. The FDA said whole genome sequencing showed that the Salmonella in these samples matched the strain causing illnesses in the outbreak.

Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses

The FDA outbreak page reports 93 illnesses, 34 hospitalizations and no deaths. Cases were Wisconsin 60, Illinois 12, California 5, Minnesota 5, Michigan 3 and Iowa 2. The FDA said the eggs could have reached additional states. Arizona, Colorado, New York, Oregon, Utah and Virginia had one case each. Reports of illness in an investigation are not proof that these eggs caused each case.

What Should Consumers Do?

Take these steps if you bought or ate any of the recalled eggs:

1. Do not eat the recalled eggs, and check your refrigerator for them.
2. Carefully clean and sanitize any surfaces and containers that the recalled eggs touched, and wash hands, utensils and surfaces with hot, soapy water before and after handling raw eggs.
3. Call the company at (715) 758-6709 if you have questions about the recall.
4. Watch for diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps, and contact a health care provider if symptoms of a Salmonella infection develop after eating eggs.

Legal Options

A recall does not automatically establish liability or eligibility for compensation. One proposed class action, the Abdullah case, was dismissed on June 3, 2025. The site’s page on Salmonella outbreak lawsuits covers claims tied to Salmonella outbreaks. Any claim would depend on your own facts and an individual legal review.

Filing Deadlines

Deadlines to file a claim come from state law. The rules that apply to you depend on where you live. The time limit that applies also depends on when the illness happened and when it was diagnosed. State rules may treat these dates differently. If a deadline passes, a claim can end even when the facts are strong. A lawyer can say which deadline applies, so it helps to ask promptly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Are the Symptoms of Salmonella from the Milo’s Poultry Farms Eggs?

The symptoms of Salmonella from the Milo’s Poultry Farms eggs include diarrhea, abdominal pain, cramps and fever, per the Minnesota Department of Health. It says they usually begin within 12 to 96 hours after exposure but can begin up to 2 weeks later, and infections usually resolve in 5-7 days.

Who Is at Higher Risk from Salmonella Infection?

People at higher risk from Salmonella infection include children younger than five, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems. The FDA outbreak page says they are more likely to have severe infections.

Can I Report an Illness After Eating Milo’s Poultry Farms Eggs?

You can report an illness after eating Milo’s Poultry Farms eggs by telling your health care provider, who can also help with care. To report a complaint or adverse event, visit the FDA’s Industry and Consumer Assistance page. The FDA main line is 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).

What Grounds Did Milo’s Raise in Its Motion to Dismiss the Egg Recall Lawsuit?

The grounds Milo’s raised in its motion to dismiss the egg recall lawsuit were lack of subject-matter jurisdiction and failure to state a claim. Milo’s filed the motion on January 2, 2025, and the court’s June 3, 2025 order describes it that way.

Did the FDA Take Action Against Milo’s Poultry Farms After the Egg Recall?

The FDA took action against Milo’s Poultry Farms after the egg recall. The FDA warning letter said a joint inspection ran from August 15, 2024 through September 10, 2024. Investigators observed serious violations of 21 CFR Part 118. The letter asks for a written response within 15 working days.

What Did the FDA Say About the Salmonella Prevention Plan?

The FDA said in its warning letter that Milo’s did not have and implement a written Salmonella Enteritidis prevention plan required by 21 CFR 118.4. It said its findings indicate the plan and its implementation are not adequate.

References

1. https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/69331795/22/abdullah-v-milos-poultry-farms-llc/
2. https://www.fda.gov/inspections-compliance-enforcement-and-criminal-investigations/warning-letters/milos-poultry-farms-llc-693647-05222025
3. https://api.fda.gov/food/enforcement.json?search=recalling_firm:%22Milo%27s+Poultry+Farms%22&limit=20
4. https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/69331795/abdullah-v-milos-poultry-farms-llc/
5. https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-salmonella-eggs-sept-2024
6. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/milos-poultry-farms-llc-recalls-eggs-because-possible-health-risk
7. https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/salmonellosis/basics.html