Virtual Farm Tours

Three local dairy farmers and American Dairy Association North East are preparing to host the Spring 2021 Virtual Farm Tours, May 11-13. Farmers are encouraged to share the information with their local schools to help teachers find engaging educational materials for students learning in school and remotely. …

In the first 24 hours of airing, 40,000 viewers tuned into the three live 2020 Virtual Farm Tours recently hosted by local dairy farmers and American Dairy Association North East. Viewers also had nearly 4,000 direct comments, questions or engagements. …

Geared toward elementary and high school students, real-time video chats provide the opportunity to interact live with dairy farmers. The hosts will show how they care for the cows and the land, and how high-quality milk is produced for consumers. Students will also be able to send questions to the farmers, who will answer live. …