Organic Milk Farming

1. ORGANIC MILK FARMING By: Magic Dairy These days organic farming has really seen a boom due to people wanting to shift to a completely natural and non-synthesized edible produce. Generally, in dairy or crop farming high level of synthesizers are used which increase the quantity of the produce. It is imperative to understand that organic farming is a system of production, a set of goal-based regulations that allow farmers to manage their own specific situations individually while upholding organic integrity. Consumer demand for fresh organic milk has boosted in recent years, resulting in rapid growth in retail sales of organic milk. Consumers point to many factors for preferring organic milk and other organic products; among them is apprehension about where their food comes from and how it is produced. As a consumer of organic milk, you should have confidence that the product has gone through challenging certification to bring you healthy and safe produce. There are some specific guidelines to be followed, to qualify as organic farming: - Organic crops, including hay and pasture, are cultivated without the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides Feed supplements like vitamins and minerals are warily screened and approved for use Genetically modified organisms (GMO's) are firmly forbidden Land used to grow organic crops must be free of all banned materials for at least three years prior to the first organic harvest

2. Calves must be raised on organic milk All dairy animals over six months of age should have access to pasture during the growing season Only approved health care products can be used on organic dairy farms; antibiotics are banned Organic animals should not be fed any slaughter by-products, urea, or manure The welfare of animals must be contemplated: procedures such as tail docking are forbidden, unless crucial for the health of the animal, and other practices such as dehorning must be done in a way as to minimize the stress to the animal An organic farmer must keep adequate records to verify his/her compliance with the National organic standards Every year the organic farms are inspected and audited One of the well-known and reputed dairy farms in Faridabad is owned by Magic Dairy. They are providing doorstep delivery service of organic farm fresh cow milk, fresh fruits and vegetable, and breakfast items to the residents of Gurugram and Faridabad. Their products follow strict organic compliances and their delivery is timely and without any breaks throughout the year.