100 Good Reasons

I have decided I should post some of the 100 Good Reasons to look for the 100% Canadian Milk Symbol. They need to be even more visible to the public.  Share these if you can.-CG

Canadian dairy farmers follow strict regulations on the use of antibiotics

 

Canadian Dairy farmers work closely with veterinarians to ensure their cattle stay healthy. 

Unfortunately, just like humans, cows sometimes get sick, and when they do, they may  need  medications such as antibiotics.

When a cow needs antibiotics, the dairy farmer has to follow strict protocols. 

While the farmer continues to milk the cow, all of her milk is collected separately and discarded for a mandatory withdrawal period until her system is clear.

On the rare occasion that a load of milk does not meet the regulatory requirements
 when it arrives  at the processing plant, the entire load is rejected and disposed of. 

Since milk samples are collected at each farm, a farmer who supplies substandard milk
 is easily identified and held accountable.

Penalties for supplying milk containing contaminants such as antibiotic residues are severe, 
so dairy farmers take great care in making sure their milk is in its purest form.

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