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Laerco BV recalls free-range eggs due to salmonella risk
Laerco BV is recalling free-range eggs in collaboration with the FAVV after salmonella was detected in a barn. The affected eggs were sold at Colruyt and Delhaize, among others.
Poultry farming company Laerco BV has decided to recall free-range eggs in consultation with the Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FAVV). This is related to the possible presence of salmonella in one of their barns.
The FAVV has urged customers to return eggs with specific stamp codes to the point of sale. Those consuming infected eggs may experience flu-like symptoms.
The recall concerns eggs that were sold at supermarkets including Colruyt and Delhaize. The relevant stamp codes are not specified in the reports.
Various news sources, including VRT NWS and HLN, have reported on the recall and the potential health risks. Consumers are being warned to be vigilant regarding the stamp codes and to check their eggs.
It is not yet known how many eggs are in circulation and who exactly is affected by this recall. The situation remains under close monitoring by the involved authorities.