IARN — Iowa State University (ISU) Dairy Research and Teaching Unit hosted one of the many field days conducted by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach throughout the state of Iowa in the month of June, in honor of National Dairy Month. Iowa ranks 12th overall in the nation’s total milk production and 8th overall in milk production per cow. The event took place June 10th from 7AM to noon. People of all ages in the Ames community got the opportunity to learn about the industry, take a tram ride through the farm, watch people milk the cows that rotated throughout the day, and learn more about sustainability and care for the cows.
While I was there, I got the chance to talk to one of the Dairy Advisors for the ISU Dairy Science Club, Katie England about the Dairy Science Club and what they do for the community and industry. She talked about who all came to volunteer and educate others about the dairy industry.
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