USDA issues order for all raw milk to be tested for bird flu

The video discusses the requirement for testing raw, unpasteurized milk for bird flu to understand virus spread and identify infected states and herds. The plan is supported by state veterinary and public health stakeholders, with 718 dairy herds across 15 states affected so far.

What is the primary reason for testing raw, unpasteurized milk?

• To reduce milk prices

• To improve milk quality

• To detect bird flu

• To increase milk production

How can testing milk help officials?

• By reducing the cost of milk

• By improving milk taste

• By understanding how bird flu spreads

• By increasing milk shelf life

What is one of the benefits of identifying infected states and herds?

• To enhance dairy product variety

• To promote dairy exports

• To swiftly address the spread of bird flu

• To increase dairy farm numbers

Who supports the plan to test milk for bird flu?

• Milk consumers

• Dairy farmers only

• International health organizations

• State veterinary and public health stakeholders

How many dairy herds have been affected by bird flu across states?

• 1000

• 718

• 1500

• 500