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Connecticut puede ser pequeño en tamaño, pero tiene una industria láctea vibrante que desempeña un papel importante en la economía y en el paisaje agrícola

While Connecticut may be small in size, it has a vibrant dairy industry that plays an important role in our state’s agricultural landscape and economy.

It seems like there is more discussion about protein online, on social media and pushed by fitness influencers.  But what is protein, why is it

Maintaining strong and healthy bones is essential to stay active and resilient at all stages of our lives and any time of year. Whether you’re

As the days grow shorter and the cold winter months settle in, it becomes increasingly important to focus on maintaining good health. With less sunlight,

For Connecticut’s dairy farmers, providing fresh milk each day begins long before the sun rises. From the early morning, dairy farmers work hard to ensure

For school-aged children, dairy provides essential nutrients that are part of a healthy and balanced diet. For back-to-school season, ensuring your children get enough dairy

Junio es el Mes Nacional de los Lácteos, una oportunidad emocionante para celebrar y reconocer el papel que los lácteos tienen en nuestra vida, nuestra

June is National Dairy Month, an exciting opportunity to celebrate and recognize the role dairy has in our lives, our diets and our health. Why

Connecticut’s dairy farmers are not only producing fresh and nutritious milk, but they are also leading the way in eco-friendly farming practices. With a strong

In today’s world where nutritional information flows abundantly and there are many products trying to mimic the natural benefits of dairy, it’s essential to debunk

This time of year is marked with family get togethers, celebrations, resolutions and, for many of us, overeating. While experts advise not to simply deprive

Visit any supermarket today and the shelves are stocked with numerous dairy options, many of which cater to different dietary preferences and lifestyles.  So how

When it comes to hydration, not all drinks are made the same. Staying hydrated is essential for maintaining overall health and well-being, and while many

June is National Dairy Month and a time to celebrate the contributions dairy farmers make to our daily lives and, of course, enjoy delicious and

From sweet, salty, sharp and smoky to buttery, creamy and yeasty – and several more in between – there are many flavors and types of

Whether it’s a glass of refreshing milk, a decadent ice cream or a creamy yogurt, we enjoy many different dairy products for the taste, their

No hay duda de que todos tenemos nuestras razones para elegir disfrutar de un vaso de leche, un helado o un yogur ya sea por

With so many confusing headlines about the benefits of dairy and the prevalence dairy imitators in the market, many people may ask if milk is

Fast, easy, economical.  With our busy lives, these are 3 of the most important things that many of us look for when selecting recipes to

The start of the year is a time when many people look to make a fresh start and it’s a reason why many choose to

Looking for the perfect gift for a loved or for that hard to shop for person on this holiday season?  Look no further than Connecticut’s

While many people look forward to the holidays and getting together with family to enjoy meals together, about 1 in 10 people are suffering from

Connecticut es hogar de una población hispana vibrante y en crecimiento. De hecho, el porcentaje de hispanos en este estado ha crecido considerablemente pasando de

Connecticut is home to a vibrant and growing Hispanic population. In fact, the Hispanic population has grown considerably from about 9.4 percent of the state’s

Despite knowing about the importance of breakfast to start our day on the right foot, many people often skip it for many reasons.  However, for

A pesar de conocer la importancia del desayuno para empezar el día con el pie derecho, muchas personas suelen saltárselo por muchas razones. Sin embargo,

Summers in Connecticut can get hot and have us looking for cool escapes like swimming in a pool or enjoying our favorite ice cream.  It

From infants to older adults, dairy plays an important role in healthy eating patterns across our entire lifespan.  This is according to the latest Dietary

As the saying goes, the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach and that is especially true when spoiling dad on his special

Connecticut Milk Promotion Board contracted with New England Dairy with a focused effort to increase engagement, expand communication channels, and deliver strat4egies for dairy farmers

Engaging students and kids with positive dairy farming content is an important part of growing future consumers.  While parents have the purchasing power, we should

Dairy cows, like humans, have certain nutritional needs to keep them healthy.  Dairy farmers work with dairy nutritionists who create healthy, balanced diets that determine

Did you know a farmer’s top priority is to ensure cow comfort? It’s true! Farmers work hard every day to make sure their cows are

There is an agricultural meme I’ve seen on social media with a picture of cows eating hay, with a caption that goes something like this:

Life as a dairy farmer may conjure up an idyllic scene of someone in coveralls, with calloused hands, and living a simple life off the

Hello, I am Grace Peckham! I am the seventh generation on my family’s farm, Elm Farm, located in eastern Connecticut, and I am a social media

This past summer, we had three calves born on the farm, all three with different experiences.  Ivory gave birth first on June 6.  It was

Sometimes being a dairy farmer feels like working in the birth center of your local hospital.  Every year we welcome new calves to the farm. 

Warmer nights and softening soils thawing from the harsh winter are welcome signs of spring.  As the peepers start their nightly song and we watch for bright, blooming bulbs, we are gearing up for “go-time” on the dairy farm. 

Giving mom a Mother’s Day she will treasure doesn’t have to mean spending a lot of money on big or expensive gifts.   There are many

Did you know that Connecticut milk not only provides 13 essential nutrients in every glass, but it also serves up a commitment to environmental sustainability?

While nutrition is something we think about every month, March is National Nutrition Month and a perfect time to highlight the importance of making informed

En la actualidad, la intolerancia a la lactosa es un término popular; sin embargo, existen muchos conceptos erróneos en torno a este tipo de sensibilidad