Microplastics detected in meat, milk and blood of farm animals

Scientists found microplastics in 75% of meat and milk products tested and every blood sample in their pilot study. Photograph: David Kelly

Microplastic contamination has been reported in beef and pork for the first time, as well as in the blood of cows and pigs on farms.

Scientists at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VUA) in the Netherlands found the particles in three-quarters of meat and milk products tested and every blood sample in their pilot study.

To know more: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/jul/08/microplastics-detected-in-meat-milk-and-blood-of-farm-animals