California Halts Raw Farm Sales Over Bird Flu in Raw Milk
California state agriculture officials have suspended the distribution of raw dairy products from Fresno-based Raw Farm due to concerns about H5N1 bird flu infections among its cattle. Despite contradictory test results, recent tests confirmed the presence of the virus in raw milk, prompting the ban. Public health experts express concern over the potential risk to consumers, although no cases of H5N1 transmission through milk consumption have been reported. The situation highlights the ongoing spread of bird flu and its implications for public health.