Ala. Code § 2-13-80: Purpose of Article.

The purpose of this article is to more effectively utilize the existing agencies or departments of the State of Alabama in regulating production, processing and distribution of milk and milk products to the end that the inhabitants of this state will be supplied with a wholesome and healthful supply of milk, cream, milk products and by-products thereof. It is, therefore, declared to be in the public interest that milk and milk products be produced, processed, distributed and otherwise handled under requirements as provided for in this article and as otherwise provided by law.