Fairlife’s Milk Supply Under Scrutiny: Arizona Launches Animal Cruelty Investigation

The Arizona Department of Agriculture has launched an investigation into allegations of animal cruelty at dairies supplying Fairlife, the Coca-Cola-owned dairy brand. The investigation specifically targets Rainbow Valley Dairy and Butterfield Dairy, following a February report from the Florida-based Animal Recovery Mission (ARM) detailing alleged abuse at these facilities.

While the Department has confirmed the investigation, details remain scarce. Sheldon Jones, the agency’s deputy director of programs, stated on June 17th that there were no new updates available at this time, citing the ongoing nature of the investigation. This lack of transparency has fueled public interest in the case and increased calls for accountability.

The ARM’s report, which served as the catalyst for the investigation, reportedly presents evidence of animal abuse at both dairies. The nature of this evidence and the specific claims made within the report are yet to be publicly released by the Arizona Department of Agriculture, pending the completion of the ongoing investigation. The outcome of this investigation will have significant implications for Fairlife, the dairy industry, and the future treatment of animals within the dairy supply chain.

This developing story highlights the increasing scrutiny placed on ethical practices within the food industry. We will continue to update this article as more information becomes available.