Federal Milk Marketing Orders regulate the sale of _______ milk.

Federal Milk Marketing Orders (FMMOs) primarily regulate the sale and marketing of Grade A milk. This classification includes milk that meets specific safety and quality standards set by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and is typically the type of milk sold to consumers for fluid consumption. FMMOs were established to stabilize milk prices and ensure that dairy farmers receive a fair return for their milk, among other purposes.

Grade A milk is subject to stricter quality control measures, which involve regular testing for contaminants and adherence to hygiene standards during production, processing, and distribution. This regulatory framework is essential for maintaining public health and building consumer confidence in dairy products.

While organic milk can also fall under Grade A if it meets the necessary criteria, the Federal Milk Marketing Orders themselves do not specifically regulate organic milk but rather the classification as Grade A. Raw and processed milk do not denote the regulatory standards that FMMOs focus on, as the orders are designed to ensure that liquid milk products sold to consumers are of Grade A quality.