dec 1, 1862 - Pasteurization (Wine and beer only at this time)

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French chemist Louis Pasteur invented the process known as 'pasteurization' in 1864 for beer and wine. Milk was not federally mandated for pasteurization until 1973.

Source:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pasteurization

https://www.ncleg.gov/DocumentSites/Committees/HSCAR/Meetings/2011-2012/4%20-%20March%207/2012-0307%20B.Riley-%20NCGA%20Research%20-%20Fed%20and%20State%20Regs%20of%20Raw%20Milk%20Presentation.pdf

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