ABOUT OUR GRASS-FED
RAW JERSEY MILK
Know your milk.
Baldwin Brook Farm produces purely fluid raw milk from our small herd of Jersey cows. We have ~25 cows in lactation. As one of the top raw milk dairies in Connecticut, we invite you to learn about where your raw milk comes from and the passion behind our product. Read more about Baldwin Brook Farm, do your own research, or schedule a tour.
We do not make any other dairy products from our milk, but we do sell local raw milk cheese from Cato Corner Farm, and grass-fed yogurt from Sweet Grass Creamery.
Grass-fed: We live on grass.
Our dairy cows are grass-fed. Rotational pasture management during May through October, and on grass hay from November through April. They do not eat corn or corn silage. They “snack” on handfuls of grain during the few minutes in the milking parlor, but this is an insignificant portion of the diet.
A common question we get is, “are they grass-finished”? Grass-finished is *not* a term used for dairy cows, but rather for feeding beef cattle prior to butcher. Beef can be “finished” on grass, or corn. When considering milk from dairy farms, grass-fed is appropriate.
more nutritious
Grazing on pastures produces richer milk. Studies show that milk from grass-fed cows has higher amounts of healthy fats and proteins, including cancer-fighting fats.
Rotational Grazing
Pasture-fed: the cow's main meal is a mix of organic grasses and pasture plants, right in the paddock (truly a plant-based diet, without pesticides)
clean cows, clean milk
Since our cows live & eat on grass, they are moved to new pastures frequently which helps keep them cleaner for the milking process.
Where to Buy Raw Milk
Looking for our raw milk near you? Milk is delivered at least once a week to certain grocery stores, IGA markets, farm stands, and health food stores around Connecticut. Visit one of the retail store locations near you to get fresh raw milk or eggs while you shop for other local & organic groceries.
Our farm store is located at 176 Depot Road, Canterbury, CT. Open Mondays through Saturdays, 10am to 6pm, closed Sundays. Self-serve, cash, check, or Venmo.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the milk still good if there are bits of cream floating?
As long as the milk smells like fresh milk, it’s good! The cream (fat) will solidify & break into pieces in cold temperature after a few days. If this does not look appealing, you can skim off the cream & use in hot coffee or soup!
Is the milk free of hormones?
We don’t use hormones for milk production, and dairies don’t use growth hormone anymore anyways. (In ALL milk, there is some minute level of naturally-occuring growth hormone, but that has no effect on humans whatsoever.)
Is your milk tested?
Our cows are checked thoroughly at every milking, and also our milk is tested by a state inspector every several weeks.
Is your milk OK for someone with A1 milk sensitivity?
We are incorporating A2 A2 genetics into our herd. We have never heard of A1 milk sensitive customers having an issue with our milk. Many of our regular customers are normally lactose-intolerant or dairy-sensitive, and they are able to consume our milk!
Can we see the cows when we visit your farm stand?
We rotate the milking cows, so they may or may not be visible. You’re more than welcome to schedule a farm tour for your family by calling 401-419-1214.
What’s the difference between grass-fed and grass-finished?
Grass-fed is a term used for both beef cows and dairy cows that eat grass as hay or pasture for a majority of their diet. “Grass-finished” is only a term used for beef cows, not for milking cows. Grass-finished beef cattle means that in the weeks prior to butcher, they fatten-up by eating grass (instead of corn). All our cows eat grass, they don’t eat corn or corn silage.
Other Farm Products
Our small farm store is located at 176 Depot Road, Canterbury, CT. The farm store is self-serve, cash/check/Venmo.
Open Mondays through Saturdays, 10am to 6pm, closed on Sundays.
In addition to our farm’s meat, milk, and eggs, we carry essential items for your pantry and fridge from local brands.
