These Cows Have Spring Fever!

These Cows Have Spring Fever!

Just like us New Englanders, cows love the transition from winter to spring. The sunny skies, the warmer weather, the lush green grass – who wouldn’t be excited? It has become a tradition, and a sight to behold, on some dairy farms for farmers to welcome their neighbors and community as the cows are let …

Read More

In The Moood For Fall Fun? Visit A Dairy Farm!

In The Moood For Fall Fun? Visit A Dairy Farm!

Attention All New England Residents:  Meet neighbors, farm critters and the dairy farmers responsible for making some of the best Cheddar. The best part? Sampling Cabot’s awarding-winning cheeses!   The farm families who own Cabot Creamery are opening their gates to you on October 9th to show their appreciation for your support.    Each participating farm has planned a variety of free activities, such …

Read More

Join us for Breakfast on the Farm!

Join us for Breakfast on the Farm!

Vermont Breakfast on the Farm is an awesome day of free food and free activities on a dairy farm! Here’s a look at what you’ll experience at the next Breakfast on the Farm on Saturday, August 27 at Green Mountain Dairy Farm in Sheldon, Vermont. A free breakfast of pancakes with real Vermont maple syrup, …

Read More

Destinations Down on the Farm – And Elsewhere!

Destinations Down on the Farm – And Elsewhere!

You don’t have to go far for a great family vacation. Sometimes the best destination is right around the corner! Consider a “stay-cation” this summer at a dairy farm, or a local state park. There’s no reason to drive hundreds of miles or fly for hours (and hours!) with the family in tow. Save time …

Read More

This Summer Have a Free Breakfast with a Farmer!

This Summer Have a Free Breakfast with a Farmer!

Most of us aren’t awake when farmers have their breakfast – usually before dawn! But, this summer you’ll have the chance to share your morning coffee with two Vermont farm families who are hosting a pancake breakfast for free on their farms. The first Vermont Breakfast on the Farm will be at Nea-Tocht Farm in …

Read More

“Hey Mom, where does milk come from?”

“Hey Mom, where does milk come from?”

“Hey Mom, where does milk come from?” Ever hear the phrase, ‘Farm to Table?’ Being a self-proclaimed awesome mom, I decided to give my daughters a hands-on lesson. (Okay, so they had a half day at school and I was scheduled to go on a farm tour…still awesome mom right?) On a cold and rainy …

Read More