FDA 483 - Rose Acre Farms Inc. White County Egg Farm - April 28, 2011

Rose Acre Farms, Inc.'s White County Egg Farm underwent an FDA inspection from April 19-28, 2011. The inspection revealed significant deviations from regulatory expectations, primarily concerning inadequate pest control and incomplete implementation of its biosecurity plan. The facility failed to adequately control rodents despite its internal monitoring system consistently showing unacceptable activity. High rodent counts were recorded across multiple poultry houses for several months, with live mice observed during daylight hours, including on an egg belt, indicating a persistent infestation challenge. Furthermore, the company's biosecurity plan was not fully implemented. This was evidenced by structural deficiencies such as gaps in foundations and siding, holes in building exteriors, rodent nesting material in protective vents, and improperly secured fan covers. These issues compromised the facility's ability to prevent pest entry, which is a critical component of preventing contamination risks like Salmonella Enteritidis. These observations highlight non-compliance with regulatory requirements for shell egg producers. Rose Acre Farms is required to promptly investigate these observations, implement effective corrective actions, and ensure full adherence to its established biosecurity and pest control protocols to safeguard public health and comply with regulatory standards.