Moos Room & Blog
October 17, 2024
Diet plays a vital role in a child’s life, especially from conception to their second birthday. What you eat during pregnancy and even after when you are breastfeeding impacts the success of your child’s development. During the first 1,000 days of a child’s life, they undergo extraordinary growth and nutrition’s role within this growth is […]
September 27, 2024
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15 and celebrates the history, culture and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Every year, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by sharing traditional recipes for others to try at home. Dairy is a […]
August 15, 2024
The “Adopt a Cow” program is now registering classrooms for the 2024-25 school year until September 15, 2024. This free program is a year-long, interactive learning opportunity giving students an inside look at what it’s like to be a dairy farmer in Nevada. Students will virtually interact with the calves and farmers who manage the […]
July 25, 2024
The sun is out, the nights are longer, and we’re spending more time moving our bodies and staying active! Summer provides us with some of the best produce all year long, so it’s essential to take the time to refuel our bodies with fresh produce and dairy to keep us going. Cooking outdoors is a […]
June 20, 2024
The Dairy Games: Everyone’s a Winner with Dairy!
As an athlete, your nutritional needs are unique and require careful consideration to optimize performance, recovery, and overall health. Nutrient-dense foods like dairy, whole grains, fruits and vegetables offer vitamins and minerals essential to keeping athletes healthy. Dairy is a superfood, boasting 13 essential nutrients including whey protein, a protein exclusive to dairy. Check out […]
May 30, 2024
From Farm to Fitness! Get Your Body Moo-ving
Whether you’re looking to train for your next marathon or just a simple at-home workout, what you eat before and after is key in restoring your body with the fuel needed to perform. For some, this can be a complicated process to figure out, as there is a lot of information on supplements and diets […]
April 11, 2024
This month, we celebrated National Farm Animals’ Day, and we figured, what better way to celebrate it than introducing you to the ladies on the farm. In Nevada, there are two different breeds of dairy cows that stomp the yard: Holstein cows and Jersey cows. Let’s take a deep dive into the histories of these […]
March 6, 2024
What we eat plays a significant role in our overall health, energy and mental health which is why it’s important to incorporate protein, whole wheat, dairy, fruits and vegetables into our diet. Nutrient dense meals are vital for growing and developing children especially for the first meal of the day, breakfast. When kids start their […]
February 12, 2024
It’s true; there’s love in every bite of food that includes dairy, which is why there are so many national days in February that celebrate dairy-friendly recipes. The Nevada Dairy Farmers are firm believers that a healthy diet is consistent with dairy, whole grains, proteins, legumes, fruits and vegetables, but we also leave room for […]
January 8, 2024
How do Farmers Track & Monitor Their Cows?
You’ve probably noticed that most cows, especially here in Nevada, have number tags on their ears. These numbers serve as a lifelong identification of the cow and help farmers tell them apart, find specific cows and keep track of their herd. Additionally, you might have noticed that many cows here also wear collars. These collars […]
January 2, 2024
Realistic Goals and Wellness in 2024
Resolutions are a tired and unrealistic way to set expectations of ourselves in the New Year. Though taking on bigger initiatives to lead a more health-conscious life sounds appealing, roughly only 16 percent of individuals keep to their New Year’s resolutions. A more pragmatic approach could be to implement nutritious foods and physical activity we […]
December 21, 2023
Sustainable Christmas Crafts with Your Kiddos!
Get ready to make a holiday “moo-sterpiece” out of milk cartons from school lunches! The holidays are for celebrating family traditions and creating new ones. This year, The Nevada Dairy Farmers have compiled a list of sustainable holiday crafts for you and your family to enjoy with used dairy products. You may wonder, “Why use […]