CT Dairy Farmers: A Day in the Life on the Farm
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 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
Con tantos titulares confusos sobre los beneficios de los lácteos y la prevalencia de imitadores de los lácteos en el mercado, muchas personas pueden preguntarse
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 we check the sell-by date on milk before buying it, it can be easy to overlook how it is that milk got from the
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
For the last two years, COVID-19 has changed the way consumers obtain their food. Online shopping has gained further momentum and home delivery has had
Today, lactose intolerance is a popular term; however, there are many misconceptions surrounding this type of food sensitivity. In order to ensure the health of
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
Improving one’s health, whether through better diet and/or exercise, is at the top of the list for most people’s New Year’s Resolutions. Yet, studies show only about 8 percent
There are many ways we can keep ourselves comfortable during the chill of winter. A warm cup of hot cocoa or eggnog, a cheese fondue,
Treat your loved ones to these 5 Holiday recipes. Being a gracious host is easy with a bit of planning allowing you to share good food, create lasting memories, and preserve
Thanksgiving is a time for celebrating with family and friends and giving thanks. Tradition calls for a turkey to grace the center of your table.
The night will soon be filled with little ghosts and goblins trick-or-treating from house to house for some spooky sweet treats during Halloween. One thing
While there are no direct, science-based links between diet and exercise and boosting your immune system, it doesn’t mean that lifestyle and what we eat
We’ve heard time and again that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. As Connecticut schools begin to welcome back students for the