Tag: Dairy industry regulations

Since its widespread adoption in the early 20th century, pasteurization has dramatically reduced milk-borne illnesses, making milk one of the safest foods we consume. Today, in light of recent public health events like the bird flu outbreak in dairy cattle, many wonder: is pasteurized milk safe right now? The consensus from leading health organizations is a resounding yes.

In 2016, a review of data from the National Milk Drug Residue Database showed that less than 2 out of every 10,000 tanker trucks of milk tested positive for antibiotic residues, highlighting the rarity of such contamination in the commercial supply. Nonetheless, it's crucial to understand what antibiotics are found in milk, the underlying causes, and the systems in place to ensure safety.