The 2022 Dairy Cow Birthing Center was a huge success, all thanks to you! We welcomed 35 uddermiracles into the world and met with hundreds of thousands of visitors. Our message remained the same...
The Dairy Cow Birthing Center – Year #9
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Manure Matters.
Springtime has arrived. This means if you’re driving down some country roads, you may be experiencing a little “dairy air.” These warm temperatures bring on not only school...
The Miracle of Life: How Cows Give Birth on a Farm
Thank you to Dr. Tracy Potter, DVM for sharing this information for our blog.Calves are the key to a bright future on a dairy farm. They ensure both a new generation of cows and a consistent milk...
Question and Answer Session with Dr. Carie Telgen, DVM, and Technical Services Veterinarian for Diamond V.
At some point during childhood, most farm kids dream of being a veterinarian and for some, that dream actually becomes a reality. For Dr. Carie Telgen, DVM, that dream started when she was 6 years...
Corn Harvest on the Farm
If you live in New York State, it is probably no surprise, especially this time of year, that farmers grow corn. Corn is a great resource for farmers to grow in NY because of our climate and each...
The 2021 Dairy Cow Birthing Center at the Great NYS Fair
A traditional end of the summer ritual in New York State might look something like this: back to school shopping, sleeping in, staying up late for a few more days, boating on a nearby lake, and most...
June is Dairy Month
June 1st is the start of National Dairy Month! Dairy products are a delicious and nutritious part of our diet that come from dairy cows living on farms. The cows, and those who take care of them, work hard to make milk available that is turned into so many American favorites including cheese and ice cream!
Caring for our Cows During the Cold Season
Remember the last time it was bitterly cold and snowing? Think about how many layers of clothing you or your children had to wear while being outside? Now, imagine yourself as a farmer and not only worrying about the number of layers of clothes that you’re wearing but keeping your animals safe and warm throughout the long winter months as well.
Christmas Morning for a Farm Kid
It was a glorious celebration. However, it always seemed to have to end a little too soon for my family. Growing up, my siblings and I were told that we needed to get home early to get ready for Santa to come. I now know that the reason for our early departure was so my dad could get home and get some sleep before he needed to get up to work…
NY Dairy Farmers Working Hard for the Environment
Hands down, New York is a great place to milk cows. Our climate, soil and water resources, and proximity to large East Coast markets are key variables that make NY’s dairy industry competitive...
