Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring of North Dakota has made it clear to the public that the new law legalizing raw milk sales only applies to fluid milk.
According to Commissioner Goehring, farms are now allowed to sell raw milk directly to end consumers for personal use. He clarifies that this law does not extend to other milk products like cream, yogurt, or cheese. This information serves as a reminder to ensure public understanding of the scope of the law.
The sales of raw milk are also restricted in terms of where and to whom it can be sold. It cannot be sold to wholesalers or retail stores for widespread consumption, and the sales are only permitted within the state. Furthermore, raw milk cannot be donated.
The details of raw milk sales are outlined in North Dakota Century Code 4.1-25-40.1. To understand the law, it can be accessed at the official state legislature website.
The North Dakota Department of Agriculture website provides resources and a guide for raw milk for both consumers and producers under its livestock industries and dairy program sections. These guides offer a valuable resource to anyone interested in understanding the nuances of this law.
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