- In June 2025, Face Rock Creamery voluntarily recalled two specific lots of its Vampire Slayer Garlic Cheddar Cheese Curds due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The affected 6 oz. cups—marked with lot numbers 20250519VS01 and 20250519VS02 and a use-by date of August 29, 2025—were sold at Trader Joe’s stores in Northern California and Northern Nevada, including locations in Monterey, Fresno, Carson City, Reno, and Sparks. The recall was initiated following routine testing that detected the bacteria, though no illnesses have been reported to date
- In June 2025, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture issued a public health warning regarding raw milk from Meadow View Jerseys Dairy, after samples tested positive for Campylobacter. The affected milk—sold in glass half-gallon, plastic half-gallon, and gallon containers—was distributed through the farm’s store in Leola and various retail outlets across Berks, Dauphin, Lancaster, and Lebanon counties. The warning applies to milk purchased since April 1, 2025, with sell-by dates between April 15 and July 8, 2025. Although no full customer list was available, the department urged consumers to discard the milk immediately due to the risk of campylobacteriosis, a bacterial illness that can cause diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps
- In March 2024, Everest Instruments unveiled three state-of-the-art dairy testing solutions to advance milk quality analysis and processing. The lineup includes the YAMA FTIR-based Milk Analyser, India’s first of its kind, which delivers rapid, 30-second assessments of fat, SNF, protein, and adulterants. The Everest GC4500 Gas Chromatography system enables detailed profiling of milk fat fatty acids and triglycerides, streamlining multiple analyses into one platform. Completing the trio is the Somatic Cell Analyser, which uses fluorescence optics to detect somatic cells—key indicators of milk quality and udder health
- In March 2024, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) initiated a Nationwide Milk Quality Survey to evaluate the safety and quality of milk and milk products across the country. This large-scale surveillance effort targets both the organized and unorganized sectors, collecting samples from all states and union territories. The survey focuses on detecting adulteration and ensuring compliance with FSSAI’s quality standards. By identifying hotspots and trends in milk safety, the initiative is expected to boost demand for advanced dairy testing technologies, supporting public health and consumer confidence
- In April 2023, Eurofins USA launched a validated method to detect recombinant Bovine Somatotropin (rBST) in liquid milk, marking a significant advancement in dairy quality control. Utilizing liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), the method identifies a specific peptide of the recombinant protein with high sensitivity—capable of detecting rBST at concentrations below 0.001%. This innovation allows dairy processors to scientifically verify “rBST-free” claims, replacing vague labeling with data-backed assurance. It also opens new opportunities for U.S. dairy exports to countries where rBST use is banned, reinforcing consumer trust and regulatory compliance
