By Sarah Correll
Ever
wondered where your milk comes from? Do you know how cows are raised? Who cares
for dairy cattle, and what are their farms like? Which dairy recipes are the
farmers’ favorites? The American Dairy Association of Indiana has
featured a dairy a day for the entire month of June. Check out some highlights
below or click here to
see all 30!
Greensburg, Indiana
Talk
about a legacy, the Crosby family has been milking cows for nearly 100 years!
The also raise their own feed and run a veterinary business. Busy folks!
Syracuse, Indiana
The
Hibschman family has a great ice cream recipe and quality cattle! Their
pedigreed cattle have won top prizes, and the family is dedicated to their
cows!
Fountain City, Indiana
The
2013 Indianapolis 500 Milkman calls this farm his home. Duane is committed to
helping youth- his children showed cattle, and now he judges shows that help
young people develop responsibility and a passion for agriculture!
Goshen, Indiana
It
began with a couple of newlyweds, four cows, and a dream. This farm now has 90
cows and offers fall tours to show everyone what the reality their dream has
become!
Cedar Lake, Indiana
A
cow of a different color, this family milks Holsteins (the black and white
cows) and Brown Swiss. They also raise corn, soybeans, wheat, hay, and
pumpkins!
West Lafayette, Indiana
Agriculture
involves a lot of research, and dairy is no exception! The Purdue Dairy Farm is
home to about 460 cattle and research about milk production, nutrition, and more.
Take a virtual
tour here!
While
June Dairy Month is wrapping up, your interest in where your milk comes from doesn’t have to! Check out
the cows at your county fair, keep up with the Kelsays at twomaidsamilking.com,
and stay in touch with the American Dairy Association of Indiana blog.
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