Food Alerts Continued.

FSAI warn of recall of various Western Brand chicken products due to the possible presence of Salmonella

Alert Summary dated Tuesday, 12th May 2026.

Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2026.22
Product Identification: Please see table below for product details. Approval number IE 818 EC
Batch Code: Please see table below for use by dates.
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Message: Western Brand is recalling the various batches of chicken products listed below due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Although the implicated batches are past their use by date, the products are suitable for home freezing. Consumers are advised to check their freezers for the implicated batch.

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.

Consumers: Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.