Your Dairy Week in Review (04/13-04/17)

As we continue to navigate through these unique times, we are thrilled to provide you with many more engaging activities, moooovies, and feel good stories from the dairy community. Check out the highlights we shared this last week on social media! (Are you following us? @INDairy!)

Monday, April 13th

We kicked off last week, sharing exciting news about Purdue Ag Week 2020. This year, Purdue shifted it to be completely virtual! Hear from Purdue Dairy Club member, and former Dairy Ambassador, Kylei Kline as she celebrates the 9th annual Purdue Ag Week and teaches us about the day in the life of a calf. #WinnersDrinkMilk

Milk Monday

Holy Cow! The first day of #PurdueAgWeek20 is almost over and it’s been a huge success! We couldn’t end Milk Monday without a baby calf. Enjoy this video by Kylei Klein, a Purdue Dairy Club and Purdue Ag Week Task Force member. Learn more about the dairy industry and Kylei’s family’s farm:

Posted by Purdue Ag Week on Monday, April 13, 2020

 

Tuesday, April 14th

Tuesday, we shared a great video from our friends at American Dairy Association Mideast demonstrating the innovation taking place in dairy farming. Dairy farmers are always focused on innovation and making sure their cows are comfortable. Check out the video below to learn about how robotic milking is changing the way some farms operate. Cows are able to get milked at their convenience throughout the day, and get to enjoy a sweet treat too!

Wednesday, April 15th

Are you looking for an exciting activity that’ll help you get Moooving? Check out this week’s #BrainBreak Wednesday activity! Join Coach Courtney, Blue and our mascot Buttercup for a fun way to incorporate exercise into your day and to #FuelGreatness!

Thursday, April 16th

On Thursday, we were so proud to share a great story about how dairy farmers are rallying together to support their local schools and communities. Find out how you can join the movement and help in the efforts to further support all schools and communities across the state!

Friday, April 17th

Last week’s #FoodieFriday featured Blue, Registered Dietitian and Director of Food Service for Carmel Clay Schools, Jennifer McFarland, and our very own Chef and Dietitian Michelle Plummer as they showed how easy it is to create nutritious breakfast on the go. Check out the video below for three full, on-the-go recipes and step by step instructions for delicious, nutritious dairy-inspired breakfast ideas!