While traveling in Europe, (actually Ireland) I noticed how much advertising was devoted to probiotic products. It was on television, billboards and buses across the entire country. Although we may be a little behind in the U.S., I was proud of the fact that Mayfield had been one of the first to take advantage of probiotics in milk through NuTrish Milk. I have been drinking this "value-added" product for years and can tell a difference in my body when I am out of town and don't have access to it. And, even though it is a lowfat 1% product, my kids even love it.

Mary Williams

And here it is...

Question #1 - Is the date stamped on the milk jug an expiration date or a “sell-by” date, and can I use the milk past the date?

The date on our milk jug is the “sell-by” date.  This date lets our route salesperson know when they should remove the milk from the store shelf; however, the consumer should be able to use the milk for about seven to ten days after the date as long as the product is kept under proper refrigeration.  The best temperature for milk storage is 33° to 38° Fahrenheit.  When the temperature of milk increases above 38° the shelf life decreases, so as far as dairy products go, your motto should be KEEP IT COLD!  If you don’t keep a thermometer in your fridge, then I encourage you to get one so you know you are maintaining the best temperature for your dairy products.

Hope I've answered some of your own questions! Let me know if you have any others.

Happy Holidays,

Jan