Memorial Day is right around the corner…The weather is a little warmer and many of you may be breaking out the grill, hitting the beach and spending time with friends and family. It’s a time to celebrate but also a time to remember the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice who …
It’s hard to argue with a dairy farmer, when he or she tells you that if the sun sets behind clouds on Thursday, it will rain before Sunday. New England dairy farmers – and the rest of the folks across the country who farm for a living – may have the inside track on growing …
By: Carmelle Druchniak We all know the New England dairy industry is a critical player in the region’s economic vitality (not to mention providing cultural, scenic and other positives to our life here in the region!), so we’re pleased to announce that the Keep Local Farms Fund this year has provided $104,900 in grants to dairy-related …
‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the barn The cows they were stirring (they’re the focus of this yarn!). The milking was done, the farmer through with his chores, But the moment he left, the herd started walking the floors. They knew, as we do, that old St. Nick would be by And …
This post was written by dairy farmer Claire Stanley. Claire grew up on Paul-Lin Dairy Farm in East Fairfield, VT. After you read the post, enjoy a virtual tour of her farm. One of the greatest things about farm life is that there’s ALWAYS something to do. Now, depending on who you are, this may actually be …
Did you know chocolate milk is the official drink of Halloween?… But there is nothing spooky about chocolate milk! It contains the optimal proportion of nutrients for athletic recovery, which is a carbohydrate-to-protein ratio between 3:1 and 4:1, and provides electrolytes such as calcium, potassium, magnesium, and sodium to refuel after a strenuous workout. However, …