A California milk producer has voluntarily recalled its raw milk after a sample tested positive for avian flu, the state announced on Sunday. The milk, produced by Fresno County-based Raw Farm, LLC, was part of a retail sample from lot number 20241109, with a “best by” date of Nov. 27.
The California Department of Public Health issued a warning to consumers, advising them not to consume any milk from this specific lot. The company has cooperated with the state’s request and recalled the affected product—cream top, whole raw milk.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has long warned against consuming raw milk, which can carry dangerous bacteria and viruses such as Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria, and Campylobacter, leading to foodborne illnesses. Since raw milk is not pasteurized, it poses a greater risk compared to pasteurized milk, which undergoes a heating process that kills harmful germs.
Although no illnesses have been reported as of Sunday evening, retailers have been instructed to remove the affected milk from their shelves. Consumers who have purchased the product can return it to the place of purchase for a refund.
Raw milk, which comes from cows, goats, or sheep, has not been treated to eliminate harmful bacteria or viruses, making it a health risk, according to the FDA.
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