Larson Dairy Inc - Okeechobee (FL)

1 /5 bill vanderham: Work at the Basinger dairy owned by Larsons. Tried to instill better cattle care which didnt happen. Purely disgusting what I witnessed from not feeding the proper feed to different age groups which caused death, lack of animal care which caused death and animal husbandry by farm manager other employees and the long time farm vet which inflected severe pain to the livestock. I could go on and on for what I witnessed.

5 /5 Justine Swaress: I had to attend a mandatory class at Larson Dairy Inc and later decided to tour around. Contrary to belief, Larson Dairy takes really good care of their bovine- whether bulls or cows. The videos regarding animal abuse are completely inaccurate and upon further research it was indeed staged by individuals who in no way, shape, or form represent who Larson Dairy Inc is or what they do. If you are in disbelief, I highly recommend you attend for a day and see what the family business it truly about. The cows were beyond sweet and came up to us and were very trusting! Theyre similar to dogs haha. Super cute! I was able to witness the process of milking (which was incredibly humane and non-harmful at all!). The cows know when it is time to be milked and have a whole routine. No one had to push, shove, yell, or even touch them to go! All they did was open a gate and thats it. They all just lined up on their own and waited to be milked. Milking is quite relieving to them you know. I was able to go to the new calves area and play with them a bit and watch them feed. Attendees are super caring and gentle. I even got to watch a few cows be treated by the on-site veterinarians. Please, if you are hesitant of this place, I 100% recommend that you go and see for yourself and not rely on the staged video that was meant to make them look bad. Also, I ask of you to do your research on how the cows are slaughtered there. The method is not brutal and a lot of you think they just torture the cow when they dont at all- and no, they dont just slice the cow to kill it either. Larson Dairy Inc hosts an Artificial Insemination class so that youd be certified in January and June. 10/10 recommend that you take that class and see what really goes on at Larson Dairy Inc. P.S. In no way, shape, or form am I affiliated with Larson Dairy Inc so I have no reason to lie about this place or embellish.

1 /5 C W: Any decent farming business should fully train their employees properly and know exactly what they are up to. All these people defending the Larson family name. You should be promoting good animal husbandry and condemning practices that are shaming your State world wide.

5 /5 Sandy Shoop: The Larson family runs a top-notch operation. They take great care of their animals and take pride in the agriculture industry. They take the time to teach their kids and other youth the knowledge needed to responsibly care for the health and well-being of these animals. (If you do not know the Larsons you have no right to post here and promote your vegan agenda.)

5 /5 Billy Hill: Jacob Larson and his family are very respectful Christian folks. Its a shame to see this unfortunate incident happen to a good family like this. They are the type of folks that will come up to you and talk to you even if you dont know them. Always very appreciative and genuine. This family could easily just sell out all the cows, all the equipment and sell off all the land they own and be just fine. But they have chose to make this their family legacy for generations and plan to pass it on down to their children and their childrens children. By no means should any animal be treated as these cows were treated. I would find it very hard that any of the Larsons would condone this type of treatment towards these animals. They always appreciate and have been highly educated on the process of keep a dairy up and running correctly. Also highly rewarded by the Dairy Assoc. Every once and awhile there will be a worker that will undermine the process no matter how tight it might be run. It may be worth a fine for negligence for ignorance, maybe? But a boycott from local businesses without even getting the total story. Taking things on assumptions? I assume I may have to purchase my products from elsewhere too. Larson Dairy employs many many people. Supply them concrete block homes. These working people is a vital part of our community. They will be unemployed and homeless. Its a shame thats this is what the world has come to. Only God will save us now. Quilty till I prove myself innocent, Billy