How Long Does Raw Dairy Last?

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April 4, 2023

Alright! Raw Dairy Products like it cold, so the colder it is the longer it lasts!

For all Raw Dairy if it goes beyond the suggested times below, it still stays safe, but the taste is most times not as good. (But if you can take the taste, it is safe.)

Important note: If the milk gets warm at any time, it will turn sour quicker. So for best results keep all dairy cold at all times.

Milk: If the milk stays around 35 Degrees it should stay good for around 10-14 days. If it is around 39 degrees it may just stay good for 8-12 days.

Cream: Should last around 14 days, then will turn into a delicious Sour Cream.

Butter: Can last 3-6 weeks in the Fridge. Can last 4-7 days unrefrigerated. Or can be frozen for 2-5 Months.

Kefir, Buttermilk, and Yogurt: Should taste fresh for 14 days, then will slowly start getting stronger after that. (Should have a good flavor for up to 20+ days.)

Cheese: Should stay good unopened and refrigerated for 1-2 Months. Then once opened lasts long but may get a harmless mold if not used much, but just scrape that harmless mold off, and the rest is totally fine!
(Certain cheeses create a mold that is safe to eat, and is actually very healthy!)

Colostrum: Arrives to you Frozen, and can be kept frozen for up to 2 months. Then once defrosted I suggest use within 7 days.

Again, for Raw Dairy Products that are produced right, they don't exactly go bad, but may naturally turn sour after certain periods of time.

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Can I Freeze Milk? Yes, Freezing foods does loose some nutrients, but if you can't pick-up the food every month, you can freeze for as long as 1-2 months or more.

When freezing Milk, always be aware that it will expand, so use a Plastic Jugs and don't make the jug full. (If frozen in Glass bottles, it will break Glass. And when the bottle if full it will pop the Lid off.)

If you like Milk from glass bottles but want to avoid the expensive Glass Jar cost, you can order milk in plastic then transfer to your saved Glass Jars as soon as you get it!

West Village Pickup Information

West Village Pick-up Information Please read these guidelines thoroughly. Keep in mind: • On delivery days, keep an eye on your email, in case of delays. We will email you when it is ready for pick-up. • This site’s pick-up window is from 12:00noon till 5:00PM. Pick-up Site Information: Address: 249 West 13th Street, NY, NY 10014 (Between Greenwich Ave and 7th Ave.) Pick-up is at MCF Rare Wine Shop on ground level, then just give the cashier your name, and they'll direct you to the food.Please Contact Jacob with any questions: Text 209-794-9861 Call 717-786-0877 or Email support@cwhministry.org Your Food is packed in Boxes and Ice Chest: • Important note: The Cow milk in Plastic has Red Caps. The Cow milk in Glass has White Caps. The Goat milk has Blue Caps. • The Cow Milk in Plastic comes in big Gallons and smaller half Gallons. Always be sure to get only what you ordered, because the rest belongs to someone else. Payments: Payments are not taken at the site. Payment is made by your Card on file, or by sending a check to the Farm. In most cases your card info is on file now, and Gideon will swipe it in the evening of the Pickup Day. Thank you so much for making this Pick-up Option work! It is a very convenient way for a little Family Farm to get Fresh Food to you each week! Your Cooperation helps ensure that the Pick-up locations can continue! Thank you again so much for your Interest in Real Farm Foods!

Lower Manhattan Pickup Info

Thank you for participating in our pickup location in Lower Manhattan! I'm excited for the opportunity of sharing more food with you! The address is 365 Canal Street, NY, NY, at Happier Grocery Store. Just ask the Cashier for food from CWH Ministry, give them your name, and they'll give it to you. And the pickup window is scheduled to be from 10.00AM till 7PM. I'll let you know when it is confirmed ready for pickup!Please Contact Jacob with any questions: Text 209-794-9861 Call 717-786-0877 or Email support@cwhministry.org Thank you so much! Have a Blessed day! -Gideon

Maspeth Pickup Instructions

Please read these guidelines thoroughly. We recommend printing a copy to bring along as you become familiar with the process. If you order for multiple sites, please keep in mind each location has different guidelines. Keep in mind: • On delivery days, keep an eye on your email, in case of delays. We will email you when it is ready for pick-up. • This site’s pick-up window is from 10:30AM till 3:00PM. Pick-up Site Information: Address: The address of the house is 55-13 69th place, Maspeth, NY 11378 but the food is in the back of the building. So park on 55th Ave (at dead-end), then walk down the back alley to the house farthest down. Then the food will be at that last door. (See picture Below) This Home is a private residential home, so be aware the site host isn’t responsible for your food. Please Contact Jacob with any questions: Text 209-794-9861 Call 717-786-0877 or Email support@cwhministry.org Your Food is packed in Boxes and Ice Chest: • The Eggs, vegetables, and dry foods are in a box with your name. • The Refrigerated Dairy Items are in an Ice Chest with your name on the Bag. • The Frozen Food are in a different Ice Chest with your name on the Bag. • And the milk is unlabeled, so just take the exact amount and size you ordered. • Important note: The Cow milk in Plastic has Red Caps. The Cow milk in Glass has White Caps. The Goat milk has Blue Caps. • The Cow Milk in Plastic comes in big Gallons and smaller half Gallons. Always be sure to get only what you ordered, because the rest belongs to someone else. • Please Always check your packing slip to make sure you have all your food before you leave the site. Keep in Mind: • You might not always see anybody when you go to pick-up! It is made that you can go, get your food, and leave again! • Respect your site host and their neighbors. Always be quiet and non-disruptive when picking up. • The site host is not responsible for your safety at the site. Please use caution in inclement weather. • Any Food that is not picked up during the pickup window automatically becomes property of the site host, unless we are aware that you’ll be later. • Do not leave empty boxes or bottles at the site. Payments: Payments are not taken at the site, although expressing your appreciation to the host is appreciated! Payment is made by your Card on file, or by sending a check to the Farm. In most cases your card info is on file now, and Gideon will swipe it in the evening of the Pickup Day. Thank you so much for making this Pick-up Option work! It is a very convenient way for a little Family Farm to get Fresh Food to you each week! Your Cooperation helps ensure that the Pick-up locations can continue! Any Questions, please call the office at 717-786-0877, or reply to the email. (In worse case if Gideon doesn’t answer, call Father Abner 717-572-8043. Thank you again so much for your Interest in Real Farm Foods!

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