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Critical RiskFDA Vet
Pets & Animals/Pet Food

Southern States Chick Starter Feed Recalled for Excessive Crumble Size

Agency Publication Date: September 28, 2021
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Summary

Cargill, Inc. is recalling approximately 5.84 tons of Southern States Commercial Starter(AVT)(MG) Medicated feed intended for chicks less than 8 weeks old. The crumble size of the feed is too large for the birds to consume properly. The recall affects a specific bulk truck shipment of 11,680 pounds delivered to a single customer in Alabama.

Risk

The feed crumbles were manufactured at a size too large for a young bird's mouth, which can prevent chicks from eating and lead to nutritional deficiencies or physical distress. No incidents or injuries have been reported to date.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify if you have the affected feed by checking for Southern States Commercial Starter(AVT)(MG) Medicated feed with Lot Number 29124611780, Run Number 11780, Product Number 524970-A9, and a Best By date of 11/01/21.
  2. Stop using the recalled product immediately.
  3. Contact Cargill, Inc. or your supplier to arrange for the return of the unused feed or to receive instructions for proper disposal.
  4. Call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 if you have additional questions or concerns.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ“‹Other Action
How to: Stop using the recalled product. Contact the manufacturer or your distributor to arrange return or proper disposal.

Affected Products

Product: Southern States Commercial Starter(AVT)(MG) Medicated (11,680lbs bulk truck)by Southern States
Variants: Medicated, Feed for chicks less than 8 weeks old
Model:
524970-A9
Lot Numbers:
29124611780 (Run 11780) (Best By 11/01/21)

Sold as single mix for specific customer; approximately 5.84 tons.

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 88767
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Cargill, Inc Corporate Headquarters
Sold By: Single customer within AL
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 5.9 tons (2000 tons)
Distributed To: Alabama
Agency Last Updated: October 27, 2021

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

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