Tag: Milk certification

According to the USDA, organic food sales totaled more than $45 billion in 2017, representing over 5% of all U.S. food sales. With the increasing popularity of organic products, it has become essential for consumers to understand what exactly makes milk 'organic' and how to verify its authenticity on the supermarket shelf.

A 2021 study by the University of Minnesota found that milk from 100% forage-fed cows had a 147% increase in omega-3s compared to conventional milk. Understanding which milk comes from grass-fed cows involves discerning specific labels and recognizing the distinct dietary and farming practices used to produce it.