Rootstock Blog | Organic Valley

We want the cows on Organic Valley’s small family farms to be happy. The cows get plenty of outdoor time on green organic pastures. Cows are also given the freedom to exhibit natural behaviors, and our farmers follow strict animal care standards.

Farming

Soul of Farming: First Time Farmers with Emily Donegan

by Rootstock Editor

A Vermont woman didn’t know a thing about farming until she and her husband took a leap of faith and purchased a dairy farm. Though farming is challenging, she loves the lifestyle and innumerable benefits her family gets from living on an organic farm.

Food

Demystifying Crepes: Our Top Tips and Tricks

by Carly Knowles, MS, RDN, LD

Crepes are easy and fun to make with the whole family, and they’re customizable to meet everyone’s taste preferences or dietary restrictions. Check out these tips for making great crepes.

Sustainability

Organic Valley Farms Harness Nature’s Superpowers to Fight Climate Change

by Jessica Buer Luhning

Organic Valley climate-smart farms produce food in ways that improve soil and water health and decrease climate impact. Our farms use regenerative organic ag practices, which play a role in lessening the effects of climate change.

Sustainability

Make a DIY Seed Planter Using an Organic Valley Milk Carton

by Marina Dvorak

Save those empty Organic Valley milk cartons! They’re perfect for a kid-friendly springtime activity: starting seeds!