Guide blog posts

Most US ground beef blends imported lean trim with domestic fat, and carries no origin label. How the rules work, and how to find beef you can trace.

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.

How long raw milk actually lasts depends on starting quality and storage temperature, not a fixed number. A complete, research-backed guide to storing it well.

Ireland’s Agriculture Minister admitted he drinks raw milk himself while detailing the EU hygiene package’s 20km, 30-litre weekly derogation for farm sales.

Belgium’s FAVV circular specifically governs raw milk vending machines, requiring placement within 80km of the producing farm and daily milk replacement. Bilingual guide to rauwe melk and lait cru in Belgium.