Tag: Milking

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), between 1998 and 2018, there were 202 outbreaks linked to drinking raw milk, which resulted in over 2,600 illnesses and 228 hospitalizations. Despite a romanticized image of drinking milk fresh from the farm, the reality is that consuming raw, unpasteurized goat milk is a significant and unnecessary health risk.

According to homesteading experts, fresh raw goat milk can last from three to five days in a refrigerator if handled properly. So, how long does fresh unpasteurized goat milk last when you're managing it yourself? The answer depends heavily on sanitation and proper, immediate handling from the moment it leaves the udder.