Milk has long been a staple in kitchens across New York State and beyond — and for good reason. Dairy products provide a unique package of essential nutrients that support health at every stage of...
Good nutrition is the foundation of both milk quality and animal health. On New York dairy farms, feeding cows isn’t guesswork — it’s a precise blend of biology, data, and daily management. Every...
Most People Don’t See the Journey Milk is one of the freshest, most trusted foods in New York homes — yet few people know the impressive journey it takes from local farms to their refrigerators....
If you visited the Dairy Cow Birthing Center at the New York State Fair this year or last, you may have noticed something new: lots of black calves! These calves are the result of dairy farmers...
The use of growth hormones in beef cattle is a common practice in the U.S. and has become an essential part of modern beef production. These hormones, known as growth promotants, help cattle grow...
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...
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.
Agriculture is a business heavily influenced by uncontrollable factors, with weather being a prime example. Picture yourself as a business owner, where the success of your operation is determined by...
By Jessica Scillieri Smith, DVMI entered veterinary school with the desire to work with food animals. Being part of providing a safe and nutritious food supply, while ensuring animals were...
New York’s dairy industry has strong roots in Metro NY and across upstate. Not just in the fields where farmers grow corn, soybeans, and plant cover crops to protect our lakes and rivers.Milk...
