Safety of raw milk in conditions of technogenic load

Abstract In the conditions of intensive development of the dairy industry, the issue of the content of potentially dangerous substances and inclusions in raw milk is acute. The paper presents data from an experiment to determine the content of microorganisms, mycotoxins, and toxic elements in raw milk. The research aims to monitor the safety indicators of milk obtained under conditions of technogenic load. Determination of microbiological indicators of milk safety was carried out using the classical microbiological method, the content of aflatoxin M 1 - by the method of enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay [ELISA], the concentration of heavy metals was measured by the atomic absorption method, the presence of arsenic - by colorimetric method. As a result of the tests, it was found that raw milk obtained in the zone of significant environmental risks fully complies with the requirements of the technical regulations of the Customs Union.