FDA 483 - Raw Farm LLC - February 12, 2021

An FDA inspection of Organic Pastures Dairy Company LLC in Fresno, CA, a manufacturer of raw milk products including raw cheddar cheese, revealed significant deficiencies. The firm failed to identify critical hazards in its hazard analysis, including environmental pathogens, undeclared allergens, bacterial growth, and metal inclusion. Additionally, the inspection noted inadequate process control procedures for cheese aging and unsanitary conditions with equipment and employee practices, posing a risk of food contamination.