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FDA Budget Cuts Raise Milk Safety Concerns: Experts Advise Ultra-Pasteurized

4/27/2025

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The FDA's budget cuts have put a stop to quality assurance testing for Grade A dairy products, sparking worries about milk safety. Health experts urge consumers to opt for ultra-pasteurized milk as a safer alternative. Meanwhile, milk brands will maintain their own safety checks, providing a layer of protection in the dairy industry.

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The FDA's budget cuts have put a stop to quality assurance testing for Grade A dairy products, sparking worries about milk safety. Health experts urge consumers to opt for ultra-pasteurized milk as a safer alternative. Meanwhile, milk brands will maintain their own safety checks, providing a layer of protection in the dairy industry.