Imagine biting into a beloved snack only to find a piece of wood hidden inside. That’s the shocking reality for some consumers of Foster Poultry Farms’ chicken corn dogs, as the company has just recalled a staggering 3.8 million pounds of their products due to this very issue—and it’s not just gross; it’s dangerous. At least five people have reported injuries from the contaminated batter, raising serious questions about food safety in our favorite convenience foods.
According to a notice posted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), Foster Poultry Farms, based in Livingston, California, received multiple complaints about wood fragments in their chicken corn dog products. These items, produced between July 30, 2024, and August 4, 2025, were sold under various names, including Chicken Corn Dogs Batter Wrapped Chicken Frankfurters on a Stick and Corn Dogs Chicken Franks Dipped in Honey Batter. But here’s where it gets even more concerning: the recall comes just a week after Hillshire Brands, a subsidiary of Tyson Foods, recalled 58 million pounds of corn dogs and similar products for the same reason—foreign object contamination.**
If you’ve purchased these products, the FSIS urges you to check the packaging for the establishment number “P-6137B,” which is printed inside the USDA mark of inspection or on the packaging itself. A full list of affected products can be found on the FSIS website (https://www.fsis.usda.gov/sites/default/files/foodlabelpdf/2025-10/Recall031-2025-FoodLabels.pdf). And this is the part most people miss: foreign object contamination isn’t just about wood—it’s one of the leading causes of food recalls in the U.S., with plastic, metal fragments, and even bug parts making their way into packaged goods. Remember the Tyson Foods chicken nugget recall or the Trader Joe’s soup incident? It’s a widespread issue that demands our attention.
So, what can you do? If you’ve bought these chicken corn dogs, don’t eat them. Throw them away or return them to the store for a refund. But here’s a thought-provoking question: With two major recalls in such a short time, is the food industry doing enough to prevent contamination? Or are we, as consumers, too quick to trust that our favorite snacks are safe? Let’s discuss—share your thoughts in the comments below. Your voice could spark a much-needed conversation about food safety standards.
