Oregon Dairies are Water-Smart
Water is a precious resource on dairy farms. Find out how dairy farmers and cows recycle, reuse, and make the most of it!
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Celebrate Oregon Cheeses and Cheesemakers during American Cheese Month
Celebrate American Cheese Month with us and find out why Oregon cheesemakers stand out as some of the best in the Nation and what makes Oregon cheese so unique, delicious and sustainable.
Read moreDon’t Cry Over Spoiled Milk: Tips for Reducing Your Food Waste
It is estimated that 25 to 40 percent of all food in the United States is never eaten. This means that much of the food we purchase ends up in the garbage, resulting in wasted money and environmental harm. According to the Journal of Dairy Science, dairy products are the second most frequently wasted food by consumers, behind fruits and
Read moreDairy Farmers: The Original Environmentalists
Find out why Environmental Stewardship is a guiding, core value for Dairy farmers and how they use sustainable practices on their farms to nuture and protect the environment.
Read moreEarth Day 2022: Sustainability Today and Every Day
Dairy farmers across Oregon are actively working towards being sustainable and conserving resources every day.
Read moreOregon School Nutrition Professionals join ODNC for Salem tour
Last week, Oregon school nutrition professionals from 14 school districts joined us for a tour highlighting several agricultural producers in the Salem area. The tour was organized as part of the Oregon School Nutrition Association’s (OSNA) annual convention and provided participants with opportunities to learn about various aspects of Oregon agriculture, including specific foods such as milk, cheese, and fruits
Read moreLooking Back at 2021
Farewell to 2021 and on to a new year! We recap the moments that made this year a good one because of the hard work of Oregon’s dairy farmers.
Read moreOregon’s Rogue Creamery accepts U.S. Dairy Sustainability Award
Rogue Creamery accepts the 2021 U.S. Dairy Sustainability Award and remains committed to a resilient future for its community and the planet.
Read moreA Small Oregon Creamery Thinks Big with Sustainability
Oregon celebrates its fourth U.S. Dairy Sustainability Award win as Rogue Creamery takes home the award this year for outstanding dairy processing and manufacturing.
Read moreDairy Plays an Essential Role in Sustainable Food Systems
From farm-to-table, in Oregon and across the U.S., the dairy community is committed to nourishing people while minimizing impacts to the environment and preserving natural resources.
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