Raw Milk Controversy: From Health Fad to Political Battleground
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Mark McAfee, CEO of Raw Farm, has been encouraged by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s transition team to apply for an FDA advisory role on raw milk policy. McAfee's farm has faced multiple recalls due to bird flu and salmonella outbreaks, leading to quarantines and lawsuits. Despite the controversies, McAfee advocates for high standards in raw milk production and suggests creating a certification program similar to organic farming. His potential appointment has been met with skepticism from food safety experts.
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- Sales paused for Fresno County dairy farm after raw milk recalled for bird flu KFSN-TV
- How Raw Milk Went From Hippie to MAGA New York Magazine
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