*This review is on ONE SINGLE Half Gallon size (1.89 liters) not the 33.8 ounce Aseptic Cartons (pack of six)*

The Organic Valley Family of Farms Organic line of dairy products that I am most familiar with is their Organic Whole, 2%, Skim and Fat-Free milk. This particular review is on the heaviest of milk cream, the whole milk variety. I picked it up one day because honestly I wanted a little more than the regular watered down texture of 2%.

Now I know milk fat is primarily bad for most people who are watching their caloric intake plus the cholesterol, but I have news for you--this is good fat ! It is also good fat that is a bit pricey than your regular milk out here. As the saying goes, nothing bad used to process, package and promote but it will cost a little more if you want quality, which I do. For about $3.50 at GiantEagle chains grocery stores, I have a three-four day milk supply for myself.

The most promising element of this organic milk is that it is truly organic by way of discounting the use of antibiotics, synthetic hormones or pesticides in and around the areas these cows that are milked in, graze on. The pastures are kept virtually chemical free and so is the darn cow that makes this milk ! It is Grade A Ultra Pasteurized Homogenized Whole Milk which means the process is controlled by the FDA, (well that’s not the greatest news but I can accept that flaw . . .) so I can hope to have it be ‘pesticide free’ but not be 100% guaranteed.

The container is non-see through cardboard, wax lined on the inside and impermeable to light. The sturdy construction of the built-into container pour spout is tough white plastic that pulls up and snaps out of the center. The screw on replaceable cap keeps the freshness in but I do recommend drinking it before the fifth day after buying, its not as tasty. A date for the optimum time to use at best is printed along the top ridge of container. This half gallon, (1.89 liter) lasts about three days for me as I love milk.

To discard it, simply crush it flat when wanting to conserve space in garbage bags or pails. The cardboard is bio-degradeable, eco-friendly and can be burned if that sort of thing is allowed in your neighborhood. The dyes on the lettering of the carton may be hazardous to the environment, but it does not specify this on the container itself. A number to reach Organic Valley is provided though at the end of this review.

The Nutrition Facts (taken from side panel) are as follows:

Single serving= 1 cup or 240 milliliters
Servings per container= about 8

Calories: 150 per serving

Calories from Fat: 70 per serving

Total Fat: 8 grams per serving=12%

Saturated Fat: 5 grams per serving=25%

Trans Fat: 0 grams per serving=0%

Cholesterol: 30 milligrams per serving=10% (again we are not sure if this is HDL (high-density lipid protein OR LDL low density lipid protein)
Sodium: 120 milligrams per serving=5%

Potassium: 360 milligrams per serving=10%

Total Carbohydrate: 12 grams per serving=4%

Dietary Fiber: 0 grams per serving=0%

Sugars: 11 grams per serving= ? % (not listed)

Protein: 8 grams per serving= ? % (not listed)

Vitamin A=4%

Vitamin C=0%

Calcium=30%

Iron=0%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie’s needs:

Ingredients:

Organic Grade A Milk

Distributed by Organic Valley
La Farge, Wisconsin 54639
1-888-444-MILK (6455)
http://www.organicvalley.coop

**Little note of assurance and committment to greater things: Oregon Tilth Certified Organic product that is processed and packaged at above address.

On the back panel in small black lettering is the request for donations to American Farmers. They need our support and if we as consumers continue to buy America, manufacture American and distribute American, the American economy will not keep biting us in the butt ! Give livestock, educate and train American farmers in organic sustainability and allow farming wisdom to manifest among the youth of tomorrow !

The Heifer International’s USA Program has been around since 1944 and is growing strong. Your gift can be discussed here: 1-877-4-HEIFER ...

http://www.heifer.org/organicvalley

So my dear milk lovers all around the nation, go out and buy any one of Organic Valley’s dairy line for your cereal, coffee, cream sauce, ice cream shake, or just that glass of ‘get up and go !’

Thank you for reading and

Enjoy !

**This entry is for the First Review Write-off Sweepstakes**

Recommended: Yes