Dairy Herdshare Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a dairy herdshare?
  

A dairy herdshare allows you to purchase an ownership interest in a herd of dairy cows and pay a monthly boarding fee for their care and milking. As a shareholder, you receive milk from the herd each week.
White Oak Ranch operates a private herdshare in Southern Oregon, allowing members to access fresh, pasture-raised milk directly from the farm.

• Is herdshare legal in Oregon?

Yes. Herdshares operate as private contractual agreements between farm and shareholder. Members purchase an ownership share of the herd and pay for boarding and care.

• Is your milk 100% grass-fed?

Yes. Our cows are 100% grass-fed and rotationally grazed on open pasture. We do not feed grain, and we do not use added hormones or routine antibiotics.

• What does A2/A2 mean?

Our herd has been genetically tested A2/A2. This means their milk contains only the A2 beta-casein protein — a traditional protein type that many families seeking A2 milk in Southern Oregon prefer.

• Where do I pick up my milk?

We currently offer herdshare pickup in:

• Eagle Point
• Ashland

Coming soon:

• Phoenix

• How much does a herdshare cost?

Herdshares are invoiced monthly at:

• Half Gallon Share — $8 per week
• Gallon Share — $16 per week

Pricing reflects responsible pasture-based farming and small herd management.

• Is there a long-term commitment?

Herdshares operate on a simple monthly structure. Contact us for current terms and availability. Because our herd is small and pasture-based, shares are limited.

• What if I go out of town?

Members may coordinate with another member to pick up their share, or arrangements can be discussed in advance.

• What other products are available?

Herdshare members receive access to additional seasonal dairy products such as:

• Greek yogurt
• Butter
• Fresh cream

Availability varies by season and milk production levels.
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• Why choose a herdshare instead of store milk?

​Families choose herdshare because they value:

• 100% grass-fed dairy
• Transparent local farming
• A2/A2 milk
• Direct support of Southern Oregon agriculture
• A relationship with their food source