Eggs in the fridge? Check Happy Hens code CA-0677 and sell-by dates through September 24

The most important detail is printed on the packaging. Consumers should look for Happy Hens brand organic shell eggs with egg handler code CA-0677.

The recalled eggs may be in several package sizes, including 1-dozen cartons, 18-count cartons, 20-count flats, 30-count flats and foodservice 15-dozen cases.

If the eggs have been removed from their original carton and you cannot confirm the code or sell-by date, treat that uncertainty seriously and avoid serving them.

The recalled Happy Hens eggs are linked to three lot/date combinations:

Lot 223 — Sell By Sep 10
Lot 226 — Sell By Sep 13
Lot 237 — Sell By Sep 24

That means the phrase “through September 24” is not a general freshness warning. It points to the last listed sell-by date in the recall.

CDPH says the eggs were distributed to restaurants, grocery stores and farmers markets in Southern California and the Central Coast. They were also available for sale directly at the Happy Hens farm in Ramona, California.

The updated distribution list includes retailers and delivery services in California, including Farm Fresh To You delivery service and stores in areas such as Coronado, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Encinitas, La Mesa, San Diego, San Marcos, Ramona, Vista and other locations.

Because eggs can be shared, used in prepared foods or bought for restaurants, the recall matters for both households and food businesses.

The recall is linked to an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infections. Salmonella can cause illness after contaminated food is eaten, especially if eggs are raw, undercooked or used in dishes that do not reach a safe temperature.

CDPH says consumers should contact a healthcare provider if they become sick with symptoms of Salmonella infection within 7 days of eating the product.

People at higher risk, including young children, older adults, pregnant people and people with weakened immune systems, should be especially cautious.

CDPH reported that the outbreak involved 23 California residents as of September 8, 2026, with seven hospitalizations and no deaths reported.

Illness onset dates ranged from June 21 through August 16, 2026. Because the outbreak was considered ongoing, additional recent illnesses could still be identified.

According to CDPH, FDA environmental samples collected at the Happy Hens farm found Salmonella Enteritidis in two poultry housing sites, and whole genome sequencing matched the strain found in sick individuals.

Consumers should look for recalled eggs at home. If they find them, they should throw them away or return them to the place of purchase for a refund.

Do not try to judge the eggs by smell, appearance or whether the shell looks clean. A recalled egg can look normal.

After handling recalled eggs or cartons, wash hands and clean any surfaces, refrigerator areas or utensils that may have touched them.

Restaurants, retailers, caterers and other food businesses should not serve, sell or use recalled Happy Hens eggs.

Businesses should check storage areas, walk-in refrigerators, prep kitchens and any foods made with eggs from the affected lots. If the recalled eggs were used in prepared foods, those foods should not be served.

Because the package sizes include flats and foodservice cases, this recall is not only a household refrigerator issue.

Use this three-step check before cooking with eggs:

1. Check the brand: Happy Hens organic shell eggs.
2. Check the egg handler code: CA-0677.
3. Check the lot and sell-by date: 223 Sep 10, 226 Sep 13 or 237 Sep 24.

If all of those details match, do not use the eggs.

Check your refrigerator for Happy Hens brand organic shell eggs with code CA-0677 and sell-by dates Sep 10, Sep 13 or Sep 24.

The recall is linked to a Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak in California, and CDPH warns consumers and businesses not to eat, serve or sell the recalled eggs.

If the carton matches, throw the eggs away or return them for a refund.