The FDA is urging state health officials to halt the sale of raw milk potentially contaminated with the High Path Avian Flu.
Despite known risks associated with raw milk, more than 30 states permit its sale. Three dairy farm workers have contracted mild bird flu cases, raising concerns.
Minnesota was the 11th state to report the virus in dairy cattle, prompting calls for stricter biosecurity measures. World Population Review reports the process of selling raw milk is legal in all 50 states. The process of making this milk available to the public differs. in various jurisdictions.
Only a total of 29 states allow for the sale of raw milk. Their focus is not on the retail level but only allow on farm sale.
