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US to begin bulk milk testing to find bird flu amid dairy herd outbreaks
The USDA is launching bulk milk testing to detect bird flu (H5N1) following outbreaks in over 400 dairy herds, particularly in California. The testing aims to improve biosecurity, protect farm workers, and limit virus spread between farms. Pasteurized milk remains safe, but raw milk poses contamination risks.
- Published date: 10-12-2024 12:00 AM
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The USDA is launching bulk milk testing to detect bird flu (H5N1) following outbreaks in over 400 dairy herds, particularly in California. The testing aims to improve biosecurity, protect farm workers, and limit virus spread between farms. Pasteurized milk remains safe, but raw milk poses contamination risks.