Nevada Dairy Farmers Celebrate Dairy Month | “From Our Herd to Yours”
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In this fun and family-focused segment of 2 Plus You Nevada, host Sarah Johns welcomes Libby Lovig from Nevada Dairy Farmers to celebrate National Dairy Month and Nevada Agriculture Month while highlighting the local farm families behind Nevada’s dairy industry.
The conversation introduces the “From Our Herd to Yours” campaign, giving viewers a closer look at Nevada dairy farmers, local milk production, family farming traditions, community partnerships, nutrition benefits, and a statewide calf naming contest happening throughout June.
🚨 Segment Highlights:
🥛 Celebrating National Dairy Month in Nevada
• June recognized as both National Dairy Month and Nevada Agriculture Month
• Nevada Dairy Farmers spotlighting local farm families across the state
• “From Our Herd to Yours” campaign connects consumers with local dairy producers
🐄 Meet Nevada’s Dairy Farm Families
• Dairy farms located in Fallon, Yerington, and Smith Valley areas
• Multi-generational farm families working together in local communities
• Behind-the-scenes stories highlighting the people caring for Nevada dairy cows
🥛 How Nevada Milk Is Used Across the Region
• Local milk supplied to Model Dairy in Reno
• Nevada dairy products used for milk, cottage cheese, sour cream, and powdered milk production
• Nevada dairy exports shipped across the U.S. and internationally
😴 Why Milk Remains a Family Favorite
• Discussion about milk as part of healthy daily routines
• Nutritional benefits including calcium, protein, and wellness support
• Sarah Johns shares her nightly milk tradition and sleep benefits conversation
🌎 Supporting Local Nevada Agriculture
• Importance of supporting local Nevada farmers and agriculture
• Community connection between consumers and local food production
• Nevada dairy industry’s role in supporting local economies and families
📺 Nevada Dairy Farmers Support Local Community Programs
• Nevada Dairy Farmers partnership with KTVN’s Weather Kid program
• Community-focused outreach supporting local families and children
• Highlighting educational and family-friendly partnerships
🐮 Nevada Dairy Calf Naming Contest
• Community invited to help name a newborn calf on Instagram
• Winning calf name announced June 25
• Fun way for families to connect with local dairy farming
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