Food Alert.

FSAI warn of recall specific batches of Western Brand Sage & Onion Cook in Bag Whole Chicken due to the possible presence of Salmonella.

Alert Summary dated Monday, 11th May 2026

Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2026.20
Product Identification: Please see table below.
Batch Code Please see table below.
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Message: Western Brand is recalling the below batches of its Sage & Onion Cook in Bag Whole Chicken due to the possible presence of Salmonella.

Nature Of Danger: People infected with Salmonella typically develop symptoms between 12 and 36 hours after infection, but this can range between 6 and 72 hours. The most common symptom is diarrhoea, which can sometimes be bloody. Other symptoms may include fever, headache and abdominal cramps. The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days. Diarrhoea can occasionally be severe enough to require hospital admission. The elderly, infants, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness.

Action Required:
Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:
Retailers: Same are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.
Consumers: Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.