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What is raw milk and where does it come from?

Raw milk is unpasteurized milk that comes directly from the mammary glands of dairy animals including cows, goats, sheep, camels, alpacas, buffalo, donkeys, and other mammals. Raw milk has not been treated or subjected to boiling, pasteurization, homogenization, UV radiation, high-pressure processing, or any other process meant to alter its composition.

What are the two types of raw milk?

There are two distinct categories of raw milk: raw milk intended for human consumption and raw milk intended for pasteurization. Raw milk for human consumption is produced under strict food safety standards with rigorous testing, handling, and facility requirements. This milk is safe to drink directly from the bottle.

Why do people choose raw milk over pasteurized milk?

Raw milk is growing in popularity around the world for reasons related to nutrition, food security, local farming support, and fairness in the production of dairy products. Many consumers believe raw milk offers nutritional benefits and better taste compared to pasteurized alternatives. Read more about the reasons people choose raw milk.

How do I find raw milk near me?

Use the raw milk finder to locate raw milk near you, explore the global raw milk map, or browse raw milk sources by country. There are filtered directories for raw cow milk, A2 raw cow milk, all raw milk with A2 protein, raw goat milk, raw sheep milk, raw donkey milk, raw buffalo milk, raw camel milk, raw milk butter, raw milk cream, raw milk ice cream, raw milk cheese, and raw milk kefir.

Is raw milk legal? What are the laws by state and country?

Raw milk legality varies by location. In the USA, raw milk sales are permitted or prohibited at the state level. Consuming raw milk is not illegal anywhere, but selling it is regulated differently in each state. Some states welcome raw milk sales in grocery stores, usually in the natural food section. Other states require herdshare membership or specific licensing to distribute raw milk.