At what temperature should raw milk be stored to maintain its freshness and prevent bacterial growth?

🔑 Key Points
→ The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends the storage temperature of milk in the range of 0.0–4.4 °C.
→ Raw milk is usually stored at cold temperatures, e.g., about 4°C before processing to reduce the growth of most bacteria.
→ Refrigeration is the single most important factor in maintaining the safety of milk.