| 23 nzdairy “As quiet cow temperament has always been a top priority in breeding protocol, the herd is an easy-to-milk herd with relaxed, contented cow.” DAIRY PEOPLE » Henderson Dairy Farm Fresh Milk Henderson Dairy is the only Southland A2 raw milk supplier selling in reusable glass bottles. farming system for both the cows and the environment, which in turn provides a better dairy product for the consumer. “We treat our cows with respect. They are fed lots of high quality lush grass along with farmgrown hay. We don’t use palm kernel or other imported feeds. “As quiet cow temperament has always been a top priority in the breeding protocol, the herd is an easy-to-milk herd with relaxed, contented cows.” While conventional milk contains both A1 and A2 beta-casein, the Henderson Dairy bottling herd produces A2 milk only, which some customers find easier to tolerate. Pasteurised milk comprises the larger share of sales, but raw milk continues to attract customers seeking a less processed option. “Some people believe they’re lactose intolerant, but with raw milk they have no problems drinking it.” There are tight controls around handling and storage, with the rules governing raw milk sales sitting under a regulated control scheme. “There are strict requirements around testing, record-keeping and verification, and we work closely within those.” These requirements, along with shorter shelf life and delivery timeframes, shape how the business operates day-to-day and limit how far product can be distributed in a single run, but Henderson Dairy has established a faithful following through its direct customers and retail partners. “We’re focused on supplying locally and keeping things working well as we grow.” Stock Cartage, General Cartage & Fert Spreading admin@waikakatransport.com 032072885 Maximise your Genetic Gain without the hassle of Artificial Breeding Brooklands Jerseys 3rd Annual Yearling BULL SALE Phil Garaway | 027 210 0714 | greenstone@netspeed.net.nz Jamie Shepherd | 027 473 0800 | Jamie.Shepherd@rll.co.nz High BW Jersey Bulls CONTACT Monday 2 September 7pm
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