Yogurt Plain

Pasteurized, 64 oz

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Whole Milk, Pasteurized, 64 oz

Your weekly purchase of 64 oz Pasteurized Whole Milk prevents the following annually:

4.8 lbs Synthetic Nitrogen Fertilizer
1 oz Synthetic Herbicides & Pesticides

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Comments

Lacy from on May 18th, 2012
To all: The answer to the pasteurization question is in their FAQ page. Both types of pasteurization are available in the milk varieties. (See Product FAQ upper right.) It is whatever it is labeled as on your container.
Andy from Oak Park, Il on May 17th, 2012
Sorry to hear you have gone corporate and are adding things to your milk like Vitamin D. That is not in the true spirit of organic but rather in the spirit of marketing mavens. Don't bother passing this on to your product team. Fire them. I will be looking for real milk.
Tracy at Organic Valley

Thank you for your comments, Andy. While milk from cows naturally contains a small amount of Vitamin D3, Federal law mandates that we add Vitamin D3 to all non-fat, skim, and reduced fat milks, and we've always added Vitamin D3 to our traditionally pasteurized whole milk. We're now adding Vitamin D3 to our ultra pasteurized whole milk, too. The change was made due to the consistent number of requests we receive from consumers regarding the vitamin.

We still offer whole milk without added Vitamin D3 in the aseptic, one liter package, and our nonfat dry milk is free from added Vitamin D3, as well. If your local retailer doesn't carry either of those, be sure to ask the dairy section or store manager to stock them for you. 

LaBerta from So. Plymouth NY on May 17th, 2012
We have been looking for a milk that is not homogenized or ultra-pasteurized. I see the comments regarding the pasteurized containers saying ultra-pasteurized. I do not see you giving any answer regarding this problem. Wo what is it Pasteurized only or Ultra?
Tracy at Organic Valley

Hi LaBerta - We offer our milk in both traditionally pasteurized (HTST) and ultra pasteurized (UP) versions. We recently released our Grassmilk™ which is both traditionally pasteurized and non-homogenized. At this time, it's only available on the west coast. However, as demand continues to grow, we're hoping to expand its distribution. We'll be sure to keep you posted. Thanks!

Noma Johns from Wheaton, IL on May 16th, 2012
I have the same question that Jeff from Brandon, FL asked: Your description above says: "The milk is traditionally pasteurized by heating to 161° for 15.5 seconds." The label on my container say: "Ultra Pasteurized". Which is it? Here's an excerpt from an article entitled "What you don't know about organic milk" from naturalnews.com that states this: The majority of the organic milk in the U.S. is ultra high temperature (UHT) pasteurized. This means it is heated to a temperature of at least 280 degrees for 1-2 seconds. This type of pasteurization kills virtually all of the enzymes and bacteria to the point that the milk cannot even be cultured to make yogurt or kefir. It is commonly referred to as "dead milk".

Which is it? Dead milk (UHT) or not?
Tracy at Organic Valley

Hi Noma - Below, you'll see I explained to Jeff that we offer our milk in both traditionally pasteurized (HTST) and ultra pasteurized (UP) versions. Our milk that is traditionally pasteurized will be labeled "Pasteurized," while our milk that is ultra pasteurized will be labeled "Ultra Pasteurized." Be sure to always check your carton label to confirm you are purchasing the type of milk you prefer. Thanks! 

Jeff from Brandon, FL on May 14th, 2012
Your description above says: "The milk is traditionally pasteurized by heating to 161° for 15.5 seconds." The label on my container say: "Ultra Pasteurized". Which is it? Here's an excerpt from an article entitled "What you don't know about organic milk" from naturalnews.com that states this: The majority of the organic milk in the U.S. is ultra high temperature (UHT) pasteurized. This means it is heated to a temperature of at least 280 degrees for 1-2 seconds. This type of pasteurization kills virtually all of the enzymes and bacteria to the point that the milk cannot even be cultured to make yogurt or kefir. It is commonly referred to as "dead milk".

Which is it? Dead milk (UHT) or not?
Tracy at Organic Valley

Thanks for the note, Jeff! We actually offer our milk in both traditionally pasteurized (HTST) and ultra pasteurized (UP) versions. Our milk that is traditionally pasteurized will be labeled "Pasteurized," where our milk that is ultra pasteurized will be labeled "Ultra Pasteurized." All of our gallons are traditionally pasteurized while our half gallons are a mix of both. Be sure to always check the carton label to confirm you are purchasing the type of milk you prefer. Hope this helps. Cheers! 

Nanda Matta from Wheeling, IL on May 14th, 2012
Please do not stop the Whold milk ultra pasturized without vitamin D or any other supplements. Your 100% grass variety is not available in our area. There is no point in adding supplements and changng the taste of milk. I completely agree with Vera's comment.
Tracy at Organic Valley

Thanks for the feedback, Nanda! We'll be sure our product team hears your request. In the meantime, you might find it helpful to know that we do still offer our shelf-stable liter of aseptic whole milk without added Vitamin D along with our nonfat dry milk powder. If your local retailer doesn't currently carry these, be sure to request they do! 

Vera from California on May 14th, 2012
I'm also not thrilled with add-ons to your milk and actually don't understand why someone would want a product with altered taste. Those who need supplements can take them as supplements, and, frankly, this is the way to go. First, you can actually taste the real taste of the food. Second, you can control a supplement's dose.
Tracy at Organic Valley

Thanks for the feedback, Vera! We appreciate you taking the time to contact us and will be sure to pass your comments onto our product team. 

Jill from Illinois on May 11th, 2012
Why did you change the ultra pasteurized whole and add vitamin d- my son is diabetic and corn sensitive and could not drink any milk with added vitamins-I thought I was lactose intolerant but I could drink your whole milk-now we have nothing-please help us and give us our milk back!
Tracy at Organic Valley

Hi Jill - We started adding Vitamin D to our ultra-pasteurized whole milk because that's what we heard our consumers wanted. However, we do still offer our shelf-stable aseptic liter of whole milk without added Vitamin D along with our nonfat dry milk powder. We truly appreciate your feedback and will be sure our product team hears your concerns. 

Christine from State College, PA on May 8th, 2012
So sorry to hear that Organic Valley will be adding vitamins to your whole milk. This has been my safe milk for years. As someone with a severe food allergy, there are only a few products I purchase in the grocery store and your delicious milk has been a great boon to my limited diet. I'm very sad about this change since it will no longer be safe for me or others with a corn allergy.

Why the change? Your milk has been great!
Tracy at Organic Valley

Thank you for your feedback, Christine! We started adding Vitamin D to all of our traditionally pasteurized and ultra pasteurized whole milk because that's what we heard our consumers wanted. Although Vitamin D occurs naturally in milk, it can often be low due to several reasons which include the breed of the animal, the animal's exposure to sunlight, the animals diet, its lactation, and the season of the year. It may be helpful to know that we are still offering our shelf-stable aseptic whole milk without added Vitamin D along with our nonfat dry milk powder. Thanks again for your comments. I'll be sure to pass your concerns onto our product team!  

Paula from Minnesota on May 8th, 2012
I am disappointed that now the Organic Valley whole milk has added Vitamin D. I used to buy it specifically to avoid the added D which makes me feel ill.
Tracy at Organic Valley

So sorry to hear that, Paula! I'll be sure to pass your concerns onto our product team. It may be helpful to know that we do still offer our shelf-stable aseptic whole milk without added Vitamin D in addition to our nonfat dry milk powder

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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup (240ml)
Servings Per Container 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories 150 Calories from Fat 70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 0g  
Cholesterol 35mg 12%
Sodium 125mg 5%
Potassium 360mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 0g  
Sugars 12g  
Protein 8g  
Vitamin A 15% • Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 30% • Iron 0%
Vitamin D 25%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
UPC# 0 93966 51015 7
Ingredients

Organic Grade A Milk, Vitamin A Palmitate, Vitamin D3.

Storage and Handling

Refrigerate at 33°F-38°F. Freshest tasting within 5 days after opening.

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