Foster recalls 3.84M lbs chicken corn dogs after wood fragments

Foster Poultry Farms on Saturday recalled about 3.84 million pounds of chicken corn dog products after pieces of wood were found embedded in the batter, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service said. The agency said multiple consumer complaints, including reports of five injuries, prompted the recall of items produced between July 30, 2024, and August 4, 2025, and distributed nationwide.

The recalled products, labeled with establishment number P6137B either inside the USDA mark of inspection or on the packaging, include a range of chicken corn dog varieties, including gluten free and jumbo recipes, sold under several product names. The FSIS said the items were shipped to retail stores and to institutional customers, including Department of Defense locations and USDA Commodity Foods donations. While some products reached schools, the agency said that distribution occurred through commercial sales and not through the National School Lunch Program.

Consumers and institutions that purchased the affected products are advised not to eat them. FSIS guidance says those who have the products should throw them away or return them to the place of purchase. A...