![]() But the growth of the organic industry could not let the limitations of these small farms get in the way of making a profit. In the past, Horizon has and used and supported local area farmers. We should also address the claim of certified organic feed. And as the factory-farming conditions are rife with disease and infection, this happens a lot. They're higher than the national average because, as no antibiotics are involved, they simply ship the cow off to slaughter if it gets sick. Which makes it even more difficult for these poor cows to step outside. The average Horizon organic cow produces almost double the amount of milk of the national average. For Horizon Milk to remain productive and profitable, they must keep their cows hooked up to the milking machines. Occasionally, when the press drops in, the cows may be allowed out for 20 minutes to make a good showing, but this is a rarity. They just get to look at it, cooped up in the usual factory-farming warehouses. Well, the cows at Horizon may have access to pasture but it's a known industry fact that milk cows don't spend their days grazing on green grass. The key word here is 'access.' Right now at work I have access to the executive squash courts, but I am rarely allowed to use them, if at all. "We allow our cows to make milk according to their natural cycle and keep them in good health by giving them certified organic feed, fresh air and access to pasture." It's like claiming that the new car you buy comes without chlorine gas inside the cabin. The FTC has ruled that a manufacturer cannot make a "no pesticide" claim as it is untruthful, because pesticides are never added to milk or milk products. And by the way, Vitamin D3 is added to all milk…it is also a hormone.įinally, pesticides. But growth hormones, again according to the USDA, are only ever approved for beef cattle, plus lamb and veal. To call milk 'hormone-free' is like making the claim that 90% ground beef is fat-free. First, hormones will always be present in milk it's part of the biology of a cow. Similarly, the same can be said of the other claims, regarding pesticides and hormones. In fact, the terms 'antibiotic free' and 'no-antibiotic' are false claims that the USDA is trying to crack down on. So, this cannot be a claim as it fundamentally untrue anyway. According to the USDA, all milk must be tested to ensure any antibiotics used to treat milk cows are not present in the end product. "…they are produced without the use of antibiotics, added growth hormones or dangerous pesticides."Īs it turns out, antibiotics were never added to milk or were ever present in milk. Now, as far as I can see there are some misleading and downright deceptive statements in that copy. We hope it's a choice that leaves you feeling good inside and out. In return, our cows give us great-tasting organic milk.īest put, all of our products proudly carry the USDA Organic seal and that says it all. We allow our cows to make milk according to their natural cycle and keep them in good health by giving them certified organic feed, fresh air and access to pasture. When you choose Horizon Organic you also contribute to the health and well being of the planet and animals. It provides an excellent source of calcium and vitamin D. And drinking our milk is also a great way to nourish your body. That's why choosing Horizon Organic is a wholesome and nutritious way to help reduce your exposure to added chemical. Horizon Organic products are as good for you as they are delicious because they are produced without the use of antibiotics, added growth hormones or dangerous pesticides. HORIZON ORGANIC - A Choice You Can Feel Good About I reproduce it here word for word, you can judge for yourself if it's entirely truthful as we continue. The packaging and verbiage promise a lot, a beautiful world of cows grazing in green pastures with big smiles, happily producing only he tastiest, unsullied milk. So, I decided to do some digging around, putting a product in my own fridge under the microscope. (See also: Deciding Which Produce to Buy Organic - The Dirty Dozen) That's a lot of money…which means power…which means corruption. Not surprising when you consider it's now a $15 billion a year business. Fascinating read to say the least, and one thing that cropped up was the term 'organic' and how the word has become perverted and practically raped by the agricultural industry. Under the advice of several colleagues and readers, I decided to pick up a copy of The Omnivore's Dilemma.
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