The Gold Standard for Finding Raw Milk

Featured Dairy Cow Breeds

Understanding the source of your milk is the first step in making an informed choice for your family. Different heritage and modern breeds offer unique nutritional profiles and flavors.

• Jersey & Guernsey: Known for producing milk with a high butterfat content and a distinct golden hue. These breeds are frequently sought after by those looking for A2/A2 protein profiles.
• Holstein: The most common dairy cow, recognized for high volume production and a lighter cream line.
• Heritage Breeds: Breeds like the Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Milking Shorthorn, and Dexter are often found on smaller, regenerative farms that prioritize biodiversity and traditional farming practices.
• Dutch Belted & Red & White: These striking breeds are often part of small-scale operations focusing on 100% Grass-fed or Organic standards.

Featured Dairy Goat Breeds

Goat milk is a popular choice for families seeking a naturally homogenized dairy option. Our directory helps you locate farms working with various dairy goat breeds, each offering unique milk characteristics.

• Alpine & Saanen: Known as the “heavy hitters” of the goat world, these breeds are prized for their high milk production and reliable temperaments.
• Nubian: Easily recognized by their long, floppy ears, Nubians produce milk with high butterfat content, making it excellent for cheese and yogurt.
• Nigerian Dwarf: Though small in stature, these goats produce milk with the highest butterfat percentage of all dairy breeds, often exceeding 6%.
• LaMancha: A hardy American breed known for its high milk solids and remarkably consistent production.

Sheep & Alternative Raw Dairy Sources

While cow and goat milk are the most common, many consumers use our directory to find raw milk from alternative dairy animals prized for their unique nutritional profiles and culinary properties.

The Richness of Sheep Milk: Sheep milk is a powerhouse of nutrition, often containing higher concentrations of proteins, calcium, and vitamins than cow or goat milk. Because it is naturally A2/A2 and has smaller fat globules, many find it significantly easier to digest.

• East Friesian & Lacaune: These are the most common dairy sheep breeds you will find listed. They are primarily used for high-end raw milk cheeses, but many small-scale farms now offer fresh sheep milk for direct consumption.
• Nutritional Profile: Sheep milk boasts nearly double the solids of cow milk, making it incredibly creamy and ideal for those looking for nutrient-dense dairy options.

Other Rare Dairy Sources

In our mission to provide clear, honest information, we also include listings for farms that offer specialty dairy products that are harder to find.

• Water Buffalo Milk: Known for its incredible richness and high butterfat content, water buffalo milk is a traditional choice for authentic mozzarella and creamy raw yogurts.
• Camel Milk: Though rare, camel milk is increasingly sought after for its medicinal properties and lack of certain allergens found in bovine dairy.
• Heritage Donkey & Horse Milk: In specific regions, these traditional dairy sources are making a comeback for their unique probiotic benefits and historical use in skincare and health tonics.

Empowering Your Choice Through Transparency

At Finding Raw Milk, we believe that every consumer deserves clear, honest information about where their food comes from. Our directory is built to foster a direct connection between you and your local producer, providing a platform for farms to share their specific standards and practices.

To help you navigate your options, we offer detailed filtering for safety-focused designations, such as RAWMI Listed farms and Lab Tested facilities. These labels aren’t meant to exclude, but rather to highlight the diverse ways our farmers demonstrate their commitment to quality. Whether you are looking for a farm that participates in national safety programs or a small-scale neighbor with a pristine local reputation, our mission is to provide the data you need to feel confident in every gallon you bring home.

When you use our directory to locate your source, you are getting more than just a map; you are gaining access to a community of transparent producers.