THE DEVIL IN THE MILK

I just finished reading THE DEVIL IN THE MILK.  It deals with the controversy over A1 or A2 milk.  All of the possible health conditions caused by drinking milk from cows with the A1 genes.  I heard it was better to have cows that tested A2 but until I read this book I was not sure what all the fuss was about.  I am very glad I had all my cows tested and they all came back as A2.  DNA gene testing was not easy or cheep but I am glad I thought it was worth the time and expense.  Now, after reading this book, I can feel more confident that the milk from my Jersey cows is not causing the health problems mentioned in this book. 

Summer Time

Thank God for all the beautiful rain.  The grass has been great so the cows are very happy. The milk  they are producing is making the best butter and cheese.  Speaking of cheese we are getting a group together to take a raw milk cheese making class in Lexington.  If anyone is interested please give me a call ( 502-857-0066 ).

My neighbor Jan really likes my cows

Calves at Play

South Africa

Meet a nice couple from South Africa that came to the farm to see my Jersey Girls.  They preferred cows to goats and drove from Louisville to check us out.  I think they liked what they saw and will be back.  What a joy to meet people that like Jersey cows and the products they produce. 
Still have not figured out adding the picture and video.  May have to get a friend to help.

Movies

My neighbor has taken some great pictures and videos of the cows and calves.  I hope to be able to get them on this blog soon so you can see them.  Wish me luck.

RAIN, RAIN and MORE RAIN

The Jersey Girls and I milk outside on the back patio of my house.  All this rain has made milking a soggy affair.  One thing for sure the grass is growing real well and that is great for the cows and the calves.  The calves now have access to a bigger field for more grass and running room. They are really growing.