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Making Ice Cream at Home

July is National Ice Cream Month. We share different ways you can make ice cream at home. It's also a great activity to teach your...

Connecting Springfield Students with Barstow’s Longview Dairy Farm

Visiting Barstow’s Longview Dairy Farm and Bakery transformed my perspective on what “local” really means, not only as a former Springfield Public Schools student, but...

What is Buttermilk and What is Buttermilk Used For?

Buttermilk is a fermented milk product that is a familiar ingredient in favorites like pancakes, dressings, and marinades. Traditionally, buttermilk is the liquid that remains...

School Nutrition Trends: Charcuterie in Chicopee

One of the latest trends in school nutrition is charcuterie boards, because everyone loves the classic, complementary combination of cheese, meats, fruits, vegetables, and crackers....

Straight from the {Cow’s} Mouth – 2022 Vermont Breakfast on the Farm

Today, we can find nearly any piece of information through a device in our pocket or on our wrist.  Technology has opened the door to...

May is National Osteoporosis Month

May is National Osteoporosis Awareness Month and eating dairy is a great way to help keep your bones healthy. It’s never too early, or too...

Choosing the Right Yogurt: Dairy vs. Plant-Based

The dairy aisle at your local grocery store has likely exploded with yogurt options in the past few years, so here are some tips to...

Dairy Farm Sustainability: Turning Methane Into Energy

Cows take a lot of the heat when it comes to greenhouse gas emissions. But are they heating up the planet as much as films...

Gut Check Time – How’s Your 2022 Diet Holding Up?

From pescatarian to intermittent fasting to flexitarian – Google the words ‘nutrition advice’ and you’ll be bombarded with endless articles about the latest diets, health...

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