Photo: Michael Piazza, Edible Boston

Ilene Bezahler
Guest Contributor, Edible Boston

In the United States milk pasteurization began in the 1890’s, coinciding with the Industrial Revolution. Soon it became law that all milk purchased by consumers must be pasteurized. Although this law remains in effect in almost half the country (in 22 states, to be exact), Massachusetts is one of those states that allows raw milk sales–with some restrictions, however.

This past spring raw milk moved to the forefront of the news as the regulations were being revised here in Massachusetts. As with all issues, there are two sides to every story. Hannah Clay Wareham has written about the raw milk controversy, presenting both sides. Our goal is to let you make your own decision.