FAQ

Although the packaging is not made to be frozen, it is possible to freeze milk. Freezing does not alter the taste or nutritional value of milk, but its texture and appearance may be slightly modified. We recommend keeping milk in the freezer for no longer than three weeks. Milk should be thawed in the refrigerator and well shaken before consumption. Once thawed, milk should be consumed quickly. Finally, even if milk was frozen, it is recommended to consume it before its best before date.

Yes, buttermilk can be frozen if you don’t mind the separation that may occur. Be sure to thaw buttermilk in the refrigerator and gently stir or shake it to restore its texture. Once thawed, it can be used for cooking and baking.

*Tip: freeze the buttermilk in portions. This way, you will be able to thaw the desired quantity for your recipes. 

Yes! You can sour your own milk by adding one tablespoon of either vinegar or lemon juice to one cup of white milk. Do not use milk that has soured or milk past its best before date.

Soy milk is extracted from crushed soy beans. It is a popular food because it contains vegetable proteins but no cholesterol, even though it contains other fatty materials. However, soy milk usually contains less calcium than cow’s milk.

Beside the best before date, Agropur prints the manufacturing plant’s permit number on its packaging. This number identifies where the product was manufactured. The other characters allow us to trace back the product to the device used to fill the container and in certain cases, the time at which it was produced.

Vitamin D3 is added to milk to maximize the body’s capacity to absorb the calcium it needs to build and maintain healthy bones and teeth.  Also, it is a federal requirement to add vitamin D3 to milk.

Vitamin A naturally present in milk is found in the fat particles. The process of skimming milk reduces the amount of vitamin A. Therefore, vitamin A palmitate must be added to skim and partially skimmed milk. However, 3.25% milk has adequate amounts of vitamin A due to its fat content.

The mono and diglycerides used in certain of our products is extracted from natural oils and is not of animal origin.

Our milk can be given to children once they are weaned from breast milk or infant formula. We recommend consulting your health professional on the right time for your child to transition to cow’s milk.

The most important factor in retaining the quality of milk is temperature control. Milk and milk products should always be stored at a temperature between 1°C and 4°C (33.8°F-39.2°F) . Dairy products should also be kept in their original container. Also, put milk and milk products back into the refrigerator quickly as even short periods of time at room temperature can cause off flavors and spoilage before the ‘‘best before’’ date. Moreover, as milk is sensitive to odors, store it away from strong-smelling food.

If the carton is sealed, regular milk can be kept for 18-22 days at a temperature between 1°C and 4°C (33.8°F-39.2°F). Once opened, milk should be consumed before the expiry date and within 7-10 days.