Nowadays, many people want to know where the food comes from, how it was made, and if it’s done in a responsible way. The problem is, many people no longer have a direct connection to their local farms. But there’s one thing that many of us, and our famers have in common: social media. It’s …
In an age of gizmo’s, gadgets, odds and ends, buying holiday presents for everyone on your list can become a stressful endeavor. And finding the right gift for the person who seems to have everything can be tough. But what if you could give them more than just a gift, what if you could give …
Every year, one farm in each of our New England states wins the prestigious Green Pastures Award. The winning dairy farms are recognized and selected for their production records; herd, pasture, and crop management; environmental practices; contributions to agriculture and the local community; and overall excellence in dairying. Meet the 2017 Massachusetts Dairy Farm of the Year! …
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 …
Throughout 2017, we are working with some awesome New England-based bloggers who make up Team Dairy New England! Team Dairy New England will continue to show you how dairy fits into your lifestyle. Whether it be through recipes, nutrition blogs, or the importance of dairy for children, we got you covered! Here is the latest Team …
It’s Women’s History Month, and we’d like to introduce you to a few of history’s great women farmers. Anna Baldwin In 1878, Anna Baldwin developed an early suction milking machine. Contemporary industrial milking machines differ from Baldwin’s design, but her invention was important and paved the way for a revolution in dairy farming practices. Maybe Anna grew tired …