Each summer, the New York Animal Agriculture Coalition (NYAAC) brings a one-of-a-kind experience to the Great New York State Fair in Syracuse, the Dairy Cow Birthing Center. Now, in its 12th year,...
Celebrating Our Incredible Host Farms
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Part 2: How Northeast Farmers Are Leading the Way in Sustainable Livestock Farming
In Part 1, we explored the broader conversation around livestock farming’s climate impact and the misconceptions surrounding it. Now, in Part 2, we’ll dive into the innovative strategies Northeast...
Part 1: Debunking the Myths of Livestock and Climate Impact
Critics often spotlight animal agriculture while underestimating emissions from fossil fuels, transportation, and deforestation. Globally, livestock farming accounts for approximately 14.5% of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). However, in the United States, agriculture contributes only about 10-12% of total emissions, with animal agriculture accounting for just 4% (EPA) and dairy contributing just 2% of total emissions.
A Year in Review: Sustainable Practices in New York Farming
As we wrap up another harvest season in New York, it’s important to reflect on the sustainable practices farmers use throughout the year to keep their farms productive while protecting the...
Farmers Utilize FARM Program
Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) is an aptly named program and an even more suitable acronym! FARM has been responding to the needs of our dairy industry for over a decade now by...
Efficiency and Sustainability: New York Farmers’ Approach
In the lush landscapes of New York, farmers in the animal agriculture industry are not just tending to their livestock; they are stewards of the land, architects of sustainability, and pioneers of...
Bringing Our Wholesome and Nutritious Dairy Products to Your Table Starts with a Fourth Generation Commitment to Quality.
Each day, in the rolling hills of Columbia County, we produce some of the nation’s highest quality milk which Hudson Valley Fresh processes into the most wholesome and nutritious dairy...
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!
Top 10 Things Farmers want the Public to Know
We often talk with farmers about the perception and presumptions that the public and non-farming community have about farmers and the impact that agriculture has on their livelihoods. We asked farmers across the state what they want the public to know…
The History of Women in American Agriculture
Early in American history, when the colonies were founded and settled, women were primarily responsible for caring for children and the homestead, but was there more to their chore list outside of...
