Amazing, Fresh Milk from your Family Cow
Polly with newborn calf, Pasha
At the Family Cow Farmstand, we produce small amounts of fresh, unpasteurized milk. Our milk is a healthy, whole food with amazing flavor. We deliver through our MILK SHARE program and sell milk to drop-in customers at our self-serve farmstand in Hinesburg, Vermont. We are always open.
We care for our Jersey and Guernsey cows like family to make sure they are healthy and comfortable. They roam in a large pasture all summer and can stay in a large, clean, comfortable barn with access to the outdoors all winter.
Our cows are grass-fed because that is what cows are born to eat! A natural, grass diet won’t give them acid stomachs and frequent infections that occur from a commercial, fermented corn and grain diet.
We care for our Jersey and Guernsey cows like family to make sure they are healthy and comfortable. They roam in a large pasture all summer and can stay in a large, clean, comfortable barn with access to the outdoors all winter.
Our cows are grass-fed because that is what cows are born to eat! A natural, grass diet won’t give them acid stomachs and frequent infections that occur from a commercial, fermented corn and grain diet.
Blending Biology, Ecology and Agriculture
Lindsay Harris
Lindsay has loved animals her whole life. She earned a degree in Biology from Humboldt State University in Arcata, California in 2001 and worked as a field biologist and wetland ecologist for the State of Vermont. She is grateful to have the opportunity to provide whole, nutritious food to her community and raise animals in a kind and loving environment.
Evan Reiss
Evan was not born on a farm, but born a farmer. He grew up in Hinesburg and earned his degree in Ecological Agriculture from the University of Vermont in 2008. He studied grazing, soils and sustainable practices with a passion and now applies his knowledge in creating an efficient, healthy, and holistic farm of his own.
Bunke
Bunke, is a pure-bred American Farm Collie, descended from many generations of working farm dogs. Bunke is a true professional. He has established a clear, respectful and warm relationship with the cows. He employs collaborative management techniques to assist the cows as they move around the farm. After work, he likes to kick back by fetching sticks, wrestling with his best friend, Smokey the cat, and romping in the woods.
The Cows
| family_cow_farmstand_brochure.pdf |
| Lindsay's Presentation to the VT Diatetics Association about The Value of Raw Milk as a Healthy Food |
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*A special thanks to Jessica Bongard for the use of her photos on our website. Check out her catering company, Plumpest Peach and her cool food blog!
