Raw Milk Herd Shares

The Milk You Were Meant to Drink

Our herd of happy Jersey cows enjoys fresh grass and greens everyday. They are never fed grain, synthetics, antibiotics or hormones and are carefully tended by hand. The result is rich, creamy milk full of vitamins, healthy fats, and proteins. Our milk is available through a herd share program, where you purchase a share in our herd, we board and care for your cows, and you enjoy declicious raw dairy.

At Our Father’s Farm it is more than a product. Our passion is to produce life-giving foods in a regenerative way that will bring health to you, your family, and the land God has given us; today and for the years & generations to come.

New to the concept of a Herd Share?

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need to purchase a share of a herd/cow to drink raw milk?

It is against Virginia law to buy and sell raw milk; you are only allowed to drink milk from your own cow. The great benefit of owning your own cow is drinking the milk. Many people don’t have the land or don’t want the work of boarding their own cow, so we offer to board cows for our customers. We take care of them, milk them, and put the milk in a refrigerator for the owner to pick up. So, when you drink the milk, it literally comes from your share of the herd/cow.

How do I sign up?

You can come to the farm and sign up in person, or you can sign up online.

Online signup consists of three easy steps. Make sure you fill out each one to ensure you get signed up!

We love connecting with you, explaining the process and answering questions. Please do not hesitate to call, email or visit us.

How are the jars cleaned?

The shareholder is responsible for cleaning their own jars. If jars are not cleaned well, there will be a smell and off-taste when the new milk is put in.

Am I paying for a whole cow?

No, we offer shares of our small herd of cows. This way, one can buy one or more shares depending on the needs of an individual or family. One share in the herd will result in one gallon of milk per week, a half share would equate to ½ gallon per week, etc.

Where can I pick up my milk?
  • On the farm – Gretna, VA (no delivery fee)
  • Health Nut – Wyndhurst, VA (delivery fee)
  • Taproots – Forest, VA; Tap Roots (delivery fee)
  • Danville, VA; Ride Rentals (delivery fee)
  • Roanoke, VA; Herbs 777 (delivery fee)
  • Westlake/Moneta, VA; Liquid Lube (delivery fee)
  • Downtown Lynchburg, VA; White Hart Cafe (delivery fee)
How do I transport the milk?

Your milk can come in glass jars or plastic jugs, depending on your preference.

For glass jars: The milk is put into ½-gallon labeled glass jars that you purchase from us. Each week you clean and return your jars to the pick up location and pick up your full jars for the next week.
For plastic jugs: Your milk is delivered in either half or gallon sized labeled plastic jugs. There is no additional cost. You do not return the jugs but we do recommend recycling them.

How much is a share in the herd?

A share in the herd requires a one-time fee of $100 per share, paid at the signing of the contract. You can also purchase a half share ($50 for half share) instead or multiple shares depending on your needs.

What are the ongoing boarding fees?

The boarding cost per each share of the herd is $12 a week, paid either at the beginning of each month or quarterly. If milk is being delivered to one of our drop sites, there is an additional flat rate delivery fee of $2.50/week.

How long will the milk last?

The shareholder should transport the milk in a cooler and keep it refrigerated at all times. This will ensure a good 7–10 days of fresh milk. Even after that time, the milk will just begin to curdle; at this stage, it is great for making soft cheeses or sour cream.

You are welcome to come to the farm to sign up for your Raw Milk Herd Share!

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(434).259.1158

2664 Deer View Rd,
Gretna, VA 24557

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Each ½ gallon share guarantees you to a ½ gallon jar of 100% grass fed raw milk each week.

Pickup Locations Map

Our Fathers Farm

2664 Deer View Rd.
Gretna, VA 24557
Pickup Fridays after 12pm

The White Hart Café

1208 Main St.
Lynchburg, VA 24504
Pickup Mondays or Fridays after 12pm

Health Nut Nutrition

1701 Enterprise Dr.
Lynchburg, VA 24502
Pickup Mondays, Thursdays, or Fridays after 12pm

Tap Roots

18478 Forest Rd #11
Forest, VA 24551
Pickup Wednesdays after 12pm

Herbs 777

2900 Peters Creek Rd.
Roanoke, VA 24019
Pickup Tuesdays after 12pm

Ride Rental Cars

2830 Riverside Dr.
Danville, VA 24540
Pickup Wednesdays after 12pm

Liquid Lube & Wash