A2A2 Milk is genetically superior milk. Most milk has the more prevalent A1 protein and so have the BCM7 peptide (a mutation) that has been linked to contributing to autoimmune conditions, autism, heart disease, & more. Check out www.A2A2 milk.com for more details and learn why we only milk cows that produce A2A2 milk. 

Milk is contained in glass jars that are labeled with your name.

Cost of Containers:

– 1 quart glass jars: $ 2.75(includes jar and easy clean lid)

– ½ gallon glass jar : $4.00(includes jar and easy clean lid)

One extra set of jars is necessary, Example 1: 1 share: 2 half gallon jars: $8.00

Example 2: 2 gallon share: 8 half gallon jars: $32.00 Total: $32.00. Not this is a one-time fee unless a replacement is needed ($1/lid and $3/jar).

Note that the farm supplies a 3rd set to most off-farm drop sites in order to make sure you have enough jars (one set at the farm, one set at home, & one set waiting at the drop location).

If you are not able to return your jars by the time milk is dropped off, your milk will be sent in plastic half gallon jugs at the rate of $1/jug needed. 

Raw milk should last 7-10 days or longer, provided there is adequate refrigeration. It essential to make sure the temperature of the milk is maintained at 35 degrees.

If milk is not staying fresh, make sure the following are being practiced.

Fridge temp should be at a steady 35 degrees(keep milk off of the door)
Use a cooler when transporting milk after picking up your share, and be sure there is adequate ice to maintain a temperature of 35 degrees.
Do not let milk sit out for long periods of time.
If you are following these precautions your milk should maintain a sweet and fresh taste.

Raw milk is very different from pasteurized milk. There are a few times throughout the year, due to the pasture and hay (in winter) and the affect that the seasons have on it, the milk will have different tastes. This does not mean in any way that the milk is bad. We encourage you to try turning it into a different use. Check out our Recipe page for some ideas.

Milk is supplied weekly at both the farm and drop off locations throughout the area.

There is an additional $10.00 monthly fee for milk to be delivered to a regular off-farm drop site. If your home is within our home delivery area (see below), contact us for our home delivery rate. Current drop-off locations are shown below

On Honey Brook Farms we milk Jerseys. Our herd is 100% A2A2.

Our cows are 100% grass fed. Our pasture is free from all chemicals and synthetic fertilizers. They are on pasture throughout the entire year, until grass stops growing. In the dormant months we feed our cows hay which is also free from chemicals and synthetic fertilizers. While it may be customary to supplement with grain during milking, we do not but rather provide non-GMO alfalfa hay for our cows (during milking), which provides excellent nutrition and keeps them content while being milk. They are not in confinement and so live a stress free life that results in quality milk from happy, peaceful, grazing cows. They are never given hormones, chemicals, or unnecessary antibiotics at all. We also only use antibiotics in cases of emergency and then we withhold the milk for a longer period than required by organic. Though through proper care and natural remedies we have had very little antibiotic use.

Yes, it is legal? In Virginia you are only allowed to drink milk from your own cows. Through purchasing a share of our herd you are literally receiving milk from your own cows. You can buy as many shares as you would like, and use your milk in any way you find desirable.

To get started there is an upfront investment of $100 to buy 1 share of Honey Brook Farms’ herd. One share costs $100. After you buy a share, you truly own a part of the herd until you sell it back to us. These fees are investment fees which are used in building the dairy herd and infrastructure in order to maintain high quality dairy products. The upfront/share fee is refundable for any reason during the first 30 days after commencement of program.

In addition, there is a monthly $40/share boarding fee which covers the feeding and care of the Herd. One share entitles you to one gallon of milk every single week.

You can buy as many shares as you would like and find conducive.

Note that you can terminate your contract at anytime and for any reason with a 30 day notice.

Example 1: I would like to receive 1 half gallon worth of milk every week. How would that work?

You would need to buy 1/2 share, which would cost you $50 (this is a one-time fee).

The monthly boarding fee would be $20 per month. There would be an additional $10 delivery fee.

Example 2: I would like to have 2 gallons every week…how would that work?

You would need to buy 2 shares, which would cost you $200(this is a one time fee).

The monthly boarding fee would be $80 and there would be an additional $10 reg. drop delivery fee.

We encourage you to share some with family and friends. Or have someone freeze the milk for you so that you can enjoy it when you come back. The shareholder is still responsible though to pay the monthly boarding fee, as the cows still require the feed and care for their productivity and health.

Just send us a message or give us a call to let us know you are interested.