It’s a big deal.
Just 7% of all milk sold nationwide is USDA certified organic*. Being organic is a lot of hard work, but we know it’s worth it. Check out this table to see the different standards required for grassfed, organic, and conventional milk.American Grassfed Association certified organic grassfed milk
Certified organic milk
Conventional milk
Mandatory certification
Requires organic pasture & feed for cows
Cows guaranteed outdoor access
Days spent grazing outside
Minimum 150 Days/year
Minimum 120 Days/year
No StandardsPesticides prohibited under USDA’s National Organic Program not allowed on farm
No added growth hormones or routine use of antibiotics for cows
Organic & non-GMO seeds planted for forage
No StandardsWildlife habitat improvement required on farm
*USDA AMS, estimated 2022 U.S. fluid milk sales.
