Raw Milk in Clarion, Iowa

Federal investigators are tracking six Cyclospora outbreaks this summer. Only one has a named supplier, and even that wasn’t confirmed by a lab test.

Two federal surveillance studies spanning two decades show raw milk outbreaks get traced to a single farm within days, while most produce outbreaks never are.

The federal ban on raw milk sale remains in place, though organized advocacy for a licensed pathway is building toward an independent review this October.

A complete beginner’s guide to raw milk: what makes it raw, where it comes from, and where to find research-backed answers to every follow-up question.

The right amount of vetting a raw milk source needs depends on where you’re buying. A practical guide to what matters, and what doesn’t.

US population data shows raw milk’s risk is lower than several common foods, while public health authorities consistently recommend against it.