We all know how cute baby calves are – even if you’ve never been on a farm before! Did you know dairy farmers get to spend tons of one-on-one time with calves? Well, they do! Keeping calves safe and healthy is top priority for dairy farmers. These little ones are the future of their herd which provides the delicious dairy products we get to enjoy every day.
Just as cows depend on farmers for care, farmers depend on healthy, milk-producing cows to make their livelihoods and support their families. That means a cow’s health is of the utmost importance.
Here are just a few of the ways dairy farmers take care of their cows.
Milk is one of the most highly regulated foods, and every glass is guaranteed to be antibiotic-free. In fact, the FDA has been testing dairy foods for antibiotic residue, and zero milk products have tested positive for traces of antibiotics since 2010.
Are cows treated with antibiotics?
The dairy industry is one of the most regulated industries in agriculture. Farmers take many steps to protect the land, water and air around them. They do this for the well-being of their communities, their cows and their own families. Many farmers go above and beyond the regulations because they want to sustain their farm for generations to come.
Here are a few ways dairy farmers protect the environment:
At least one afternoon a week, as I start trying to figure out what to prepare for dinner that night, I truly wish I were a cow. Yes, I said a COW; you didn’t read that incorrectly. It would be total luxury to have my meals calculated for my tastes, nutritional and caloric needs, adjusted for the season of the year and delivered to me ready to eat. I’d be in pure heaven!
Dairy Cow’s Diet aka Rations
