Did you know, lactose intolerance doesn’t have to mean dairy avoidance? Learn more, here. If you have a lactose intolerance (like me!), it doesn’t have to mean the end of cheesy pizza and yogurt smoothies (I enjoy these regularly in fact). There’s lots of misinformation out there, but I want you to breathe easy knowing […]
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Need new ideas to recycle your empty milk jugs? Turn them into fun hanging spring planters with a few easy steps. Spring is in the air. With the new season and spring break around the corner comes great opportunities to teach kids about the environment. There’s no better way than to engage them than in […]
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It’s time to get our facts straight. DYK that milk alternatives do NOT provide the same nutritional value as milk? If you’ve strolled down the dairy aisle recently, you’ve probably noticed that there’s an overwhelming number of options beyond cow’s milk. In recent years, milk alternatives – made from soy, almond, coconut and other plants […]
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Wondering how milk travels from farm to table? Get the inside scoop on how milk is collected from local dairy farms and delivered fresh to a retailer near you! STEP 1: THE FARM Dairy cows are milked every day. Depending on the farm, they may be milked twice a day, three times a day, or […]
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Birchwood Dairy Farm in Abbotsford has 50 flavours of local ice cream to choose from. What more could you ask for? Birchwood Dairy Farm was established in 1968 and is located in Abbotsford. Aside from being a dairy farm 7 days a week, all year round (you could say 24/7), Birchwood is also a local […]
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Early summer months in BC have a plentiful selection of locally grown foods. We can’t get enough of these seasonal treats and savour them as they’re in abundance! Here’s a great list of in-season products and suggested recipes to try at home or to take to a summer party. Don’t forget that products such as […]
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If you’re experimenting with milk alternatives but not sure why—join us while we uncover myths about milk. Experimenting with milk alternatives because you think they are – Healthier? More natural? Lower in calories? Check out the real facts! We are exploring how milk compares with alternative beverages like almond, rice and soy. We’ll address topics […]
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No. 100% No. Canadian milk does not contain artificial growth hormones or antibiotics. Maybe you’re hedging your bets and substituting alternative beverages on occasion. Well, you might be relieved to know that Canadian dairy farmers do not use growth hormones and They always ensure their milk is free of antibiotics. While the administration of growth […]
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Think again! Did you know that 2 cups of skim milk make up less than 10% of the average adult woman’s daily recommended calories? And that it contains no fat? Milk does not cause weight gain. Nutrients in Milk It is common knowledge that milk is a great source of calcium, but did you know that it […]
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