Organic
10 Common Terms in Organic Farming
There is a lot of jargon when it comes to the world of organics. Are you confused about all the organic lingo? Check out these 10 common organic terms and their definitions to get started on your organic vocabulary!
Science
What Is Cheese?
There is evidence humans have consumed dairy for at least 9,000 years! But what is in cheese? Sit back, have a slice of cheddar, and learn more about cheese’s origins, the history of cheese, and the high-quality ingredients needed to make cheese.
Family
How Big Is Your Baby?
by Carly Knowles, MS, RDN, LD
How big is the bundle of joy stirring in Mom’s belly? This is a common question during pregnancy and we are providing this comparison guide depicting the 40 weeks of pregnancy. At what week do you think a baby is the size of a gallon of milk?
Changemakers
Endangered Plant Flourishes at Washington Farm
An Organic Valley farm in Washington is home to an endangered wildflower and numerous rare plants. The farmers are adamant about protecting the flora and fauna, and now the farm boasts the largest concentration of Kincaid’s lupine in the state!
Farming
Washington to Wisconsin: A Farm Family’s Journey
When Organic Valley farmers in Washington started looking at options for the future of their farm, they came across a social media post. That post started their 2,000-mile journey east. Now they are enjoying their new farm in Wisconsin.
Cooperatives
Cooperatives: Working Toward a Common Goal
Being in a cooperative creates a sense of unity and provides a space for those with a shared vision to support each other. At Organic Valley, farmers make decisions that are good for animals, each other, the earth and those purchasing our products.