DAIRY SAFETY
As a business providing all natural and quality dense products, we strive to make sure our farm responsibilities include the regular tests for bacteria and state inspections to ensure raw milk production safety. Test for general bacteria is conducted once per month at state-certified labs.
The state also inspects the farms every 3 months to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Finally, routine dairy inspections are conducted twice yearly.
We test our milk periodically for:
- (SCC) Somatic Cell Count
- (TCC) Total Coliform Count
- SPC (standard plate count)
- E.coli-O157:H7
- Salmonella
- Listeria monocytogenes
- Campylobacter jejune
Additionally, our herd of cattle undergoes annual blood testing by a licensed veterinarian to ensure they are completely free of bovine tuberculosis and brucellosis.
Should I pasteurize my milk?
Pasteurizing milk is a personal choice. To determine what's best for you, research the pros and cons of raw milk versus pasteurized milk. Reputable sources like www.realmilk.com and www.rawmilkinstitute.org provide science-based information to help you make an informed decision for your family's health.
