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05/17/2021

MI-Food-Heroes-Winners_Heidi

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Elena Boxey

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Elena works to translate on-farm dairy practices and nutrition science to the consumer audience through a variety of outlets. With a passion for agriculture and storytelling, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Education from Michigan State University. As a lifelong Michigander and dairy enthusiast, Elena can’t imagine a better combination than fried cheese curds dipped in buttermilk ranch – preferably enjoyed at her local county fair!

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Aug 13

Start the school year off strong by making sure your student receives real nutrition from real dairy every morning. 🥛🌅

Lattes and yogurt parfaits are great on-the-go morning snack options for teens before they are able to pick up school breakfast before the bell rings.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #gotmilk #schoolyear #summerschool #schoollunch

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Aug 12

The 2022 Upper Peninsula State Fair is just around the corner and Sarah Kaufmann "The Cheese Lady" (@sarahcheeselady) will be back chiseling a special design out of 680 pounds of Cheddar! 🧀

What do you predict the theme of this year's cheese carving will be?

Visit us at the UP State Fairgrounds (@michigan_upstatefair) in 📍 Escanaba to see Sarah in action or follow along on social for the big reveal!

@visitescanaba #MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #cheesecarving #cheddar #michigan #puremichigan #thingstodo

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Aug 11

#DYK @MilkMeansMore is helping to give classrooms the opportunity to "adopt" a cow this school year?

The Adopt a Cow program offers an exciting look inside the world of dairy farming, and it’s free for teachers and students! Registration is open through September 15.

➡️ Learn more: discoverdairy.com/adopt

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #gradeschool #elementaryeducation #teaching #teachersofig

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Aug 10

There are seven common breeds of dairy cattle and this month we featuring our spotted friends - Holsteins! 🐄

Holsteins are the most popular cow breed and one of the largest. Known for their milk production, they are also very recognizable with black and white or red and white spots. Like fingerprints, no two animals have the same spot design.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #gotmilk #didyouknow #cowfacts #animals

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Aug 9

Michigan dairy farmers like Brian DeMann are always looking for opportunities to improve their product and planet. 🌎🥛

#RG @michiganmilk “Sustainability is that constant push to always improve. That little bit of a push makes you want to look for your efficiencies and look to get better because that makes you a better business.” - Brian DeMann, MMPA Member

Read more in the latest #MilkMessenger

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #sustainability

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Aug 9

It's #NationalFrozenCustardDay! 🍦 As a cousin to ice cream, have you ever wondered the difference between the two?

Learn more! ⬆️

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #custard #frozencustard #icecream #michigan

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Aug 6

Bursting with flavor, don't miss your chance to make #Elote Dip with locally grown sweet corn, chili powder, cheese and lime. 🌽

This recipe and more can be found on our website by following the 🔗 in bio.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #sweetcorn #elotedip #summerrecipe #dips

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Aug 5

Blending up balanced bites! 🐄

Dairy cows eat a Total Mixed Ration (TMR), or "cow casserole," that contains ingredients such as corn silage, haylage and more. The components are mixed together so each bite the cow takes provides them the energy they need to make nutrient-rich milk.

Here is a view of the feed mixer in action. 👀 Once the recipe is complete, it is distributed to the cows.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #gotmilk #cowsofig #farming #food

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Aug 4

A warm chocolate chip cookie 🍪 + tall glass of cold milk 🥛 = the superior night cap 🌙

#ResetWithDairy and sleep peacefully knowing #RealMilk's 13 essential nutrients, including protein and calcium, will have you ready to tackle the last day of the week.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #milkandcookies #baking #gotmilk #NationalChocolateChipCookieDay

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Aug 3

🍉 and feta make an unlikely pair, but we promise the combo will make you lose your rind! 🤪

The sweet and savory ingredients in this Watermelon Feta Salad with Cucumber and Mint makes it a refreshing summer side dish.

Recipe + 📸: @daisybeet

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #recipe #summersalad #summersides #feta

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Aug 2

“Cows prefer an environment that is controlled and consistent each day," said Michigan dairy farmer Gertie van den Goor. 🌡️⛅ "They don’t like to sunbathe or sweat, so they are most comfortable where the temperature isn’t too hot and where the sun is not shining directly on them."

At Green Point Dairy on a nearly 80-degree day, fans are on moving fresh air throughout the entire length of the barn and the roof is blocking the hot rays of the sun.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #cowcare #summertime #hotweather #michigan

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Aug 2

Is It okay to eat ice cream? Is ice cream healthy? 🍨 Get the scoop on these questions and more by reading our latest #blog 🔗'ed in bio.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #icecream #enjoyment #nutrition #cows

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Aug 1

You won’t be feeling the Monday blues after a bite of this undeniably delicious summer dessert recipe from @stefmturner! ⬇️💙

#RG @stefmturner It’s the last day of national Ice cream month🍦+ blueberry season in Michigan!
We’re celebrating with our friends at @milkmeansmore by making one of our favorite + easy crisp recipes the whole family will love! 💙 Scroll down for the recipe and instructions.

Ingredients:
Crisp Topping
-3/4 cup butter, melted
-1/2 cup light brown sugar
-1/2 cup granulated sugar
-1 1/2 cups quick oats
-1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
-1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Blueberry Filling
-8 cups fresh blueberries
-juice of 1 large lemon (approximately 2 tbsp of juice)
-2/3 cup granulated sugar
-1/4 cup cornstarch

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a dish with non stick spray and set aside.
2. Make the filling: Dump the blueberries in large bowl. Add in the lemon juice (and zest if using), sugar, and cornstarch. Stir gently to combine and coat all the blueberries. Set aside while you make the topping.
3. Make the topping: In another large bowl combine the melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, oats, salt, and flour. Stir to combine completely. Set aside.
4. Spread the blueberries in the prepared pan and top evenly with the crisp mixture.
5. Bake for 45 – 50 minutes until the crisp is browned and the blueberries are bubbly. Allow the crisp to rest for at least 20 minutes before serving. Can be enjoyed warm, room temperature or cold, with ice cream, yogurt, or by itself! 💙🍦

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Jul 31

Low-fat chocolate milk fuels summer play. With 13 essential nutrients important for your child’s growth such as protein and calcium, the beverage is a homerun for parents and kids.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #NationalIceCreamMonth #summer

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Jul 30

#DYK Michigan is ranked 6th in milk production in the U.S. and the average cow produces over 27,000 pounds of milk each year? Holy 🐄!

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #NationalIceCreamMonth #cowsofig #michigan

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Jul 29

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🎥: @petitecakery

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #NationalIceCreamMonth #homemade #icecream

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Jul 28

Future cow feed is growing on Michigan dairies! 🌱🐄🌽

In our second Virtual Show & Tell, Farmer Kip takes us on a tour of his fields and explains how the dairy community now produces a gallon of milk with a 63% smaller carbon footprint than in 1944.

Join us this fall for a virtual farm tour of Siegler Dairy Farm. 💻 More information coming soon!

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #NationalIceCreamMonth #seedingwiththesieglers @kipsiegler_farming #MMMVFT

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Jul 27

Sustainability is one thing that Michigan dairy farmers take pride in. Since 1994, producing one gallon of milk uses 90% less land and 65% less water and dairy farmers are not stopping there!

Learn more about U.S. Dairy's commitment to continuous improvement by following the link in our bio.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #NationalIceCreamMonth #farm

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Jul 26

Are you trying to up your snack game? We have you covered!

These 🥨 bites are the perfect addition to any snack time and all you need is 1/2 cup self-rising flour, 1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt, 1 egg and salt. No twisting required!

The full recipe is linked in our bio.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #NationalIceCreamMonth #easyrecipes

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Jul 25

Cheese (noun)
1. A solid food prepared from the pressed curd of milk
2. The best food in the world

Maybe that isn't the exact definition, but there is no better way to start the week off than with wine and cheese. Who agrees? Kick back and consume the perfect pairing on National Wine and Cheese Day! 🍷 🧀

Our friends at @ada_mideast share cheese storage tips in a #blog 🔗'ed in our bio.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #NationalIceCreamMonth #wine #michigancheese #cheddar

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Jul 24

On the road again...

When traveling for family vacation, buying snacks ahead of time can be tough when also packing your bags. Read the blog linked in our bio for healthy gas station ideas that will fuel your car for the next adventure.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #NationalIceCreamMonth #family #travel

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Jul 23

#DYK that vanilla is the most popular ice cream flavor in the United States?

Favorite this post if it is your fav too! 🍦

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #NationalIceCreamMonth #icecream #NationalVanillaIceCreamDay

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Jul 22

Looking to celebrate #NationalIceCreamMonth but don’t have an ice cream maker? This Cherry No Churn Ice Cream will leave everyone screaming for more scoops. 🍒🍦

Recipe in bio.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #NationalIceCreamMonth #summer

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Jul 20

The @discover_dairy Adopt a Cow program impacted 800,000+ students last school year. Here are some fast facts!

➡️ Register: discoverdairy.com/adopt

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #adopacow #cow #adopt #michiganclassroom #school

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Jul 19

Milking Parlors ➡️ Ice Cream Parlors

A delicious triple scoop cone 🍦 starts with high-quality milk 🐄 from Michigan dairy farms.

Cows are milked 2-3 times a day in milking parlors. While there are many types of parlors, all milk goes through strict quality controls, including pasteurization, to ensure freshness and great taste.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #NationalIceCreamMonth #cows #icecream #localfood

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Jul 18

Dairy and deep fryers are the main attraction at summer fairs. 🎡🎪 Loaded butterfly chips...cheese curds...funnel cakes...

Step right up and tell us your favorite fair treat in the comments! ⬇️

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #NationalIceCreamMonth #fair #countyfair #summertime #fairfood #friedfood

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Jul 17

Sundae, fun day ☀️🍨

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #NationalIceCreamMonth #cowsofig #calf

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Jul 16

Join Michigan's dairy farmers in making sure families don’t have to worry about how they will feed their kids this summer.

FREE meals are available for students while school is out of session. 📍 Text 'FOOD' to 304-304 or visit the 🔗 in our bio to find a Meet Up and Eat Up site near you.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #NationalDairyMonth #summerfeeding #michiganmeals #freemeals #food @nokidhungry #NoKidHungry @FeedingAmerica

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Jul 15

Healthy cows are happy and productive cows.

Veterinarians and animal nutritionists are just an example of the many community members that join dairy farmers in taking exceptional care of Michigan cattle 365 days a year.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #NationalIceCreamMonth #cowcare #cowsofig

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Jul 14

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