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UHT vs pasteurised milk: which should you buy?

Both are real Farm Fresh milk -- the difference is how each is processed and stored, not quality. Here's the practical difference for a home buyer, and which of our cartons fits each option.

What's the difference?

UHT processing means the product is shelf-stable at ambient temperature until opened, giving a longer shelf life than pasteurised milk. Pasteurised milk, by contrast, requires chilled storage throughout -- it needs fridge space from the moment it's delivered, not just after opening. Of our 49 Farm Fresh and Yarra cartons, 46 are UHT and 3 are pasteurised.

Choosing UHT

UHT suits households who want no fridge space used until the carton is opened, safer bulk-buying with less spoilage risk, and a longer runway between shopping trips. A shortlist of our UHT "Fresh Milk" cartons, across pack sizes:

Also want a milk suited to coffee at home? See Farm Fresh Master Barista, another UHT option.

See the full Farm Fresh carton range

Choosing pasteurised, 2L and 1L

Pasteurised (fresh) milk suits households who prioritise a chilled "fresh milk" product and have fridge space and frequent shopping trips. Both of Farm Fresh's pasteurised cartons:

Which is right for you?

Both are genuine Farm Fresh milk, and either is a great choice — it just comes down to your kitchen. Want to stock up without babysitting the fridge? UHT's your easy pick. Prefer buying fresh and have the fridge space for it? Go pasteurised. You can't really go wrong here.

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Frequently asked questions

Does UHT milk need to be refrigerated before it's opened?

No -- UHT processing means the carton is shelf-stable at ambient temperature until opened, giving a longer shelf life than pasteurised milk. Refrigerate after opening, as with any milk.

Does pasteurised (fresh) milk need to stay in the fridge?

Yes -- pasteurised milk requires chilled storage throughout, unlike UHT, which only needs the fridge after the carton is opened.