For Arizona dairy farmers there exists generations of tradition, enjoyment and pride in working with the land and cows, as well as in providing a quality product that feeds our community. As stewards of the land, farmers make every effort to protect and preserve the natural resources that have allowed for this lifestyle. Sustainability efforts […]
When someone mentions business, rarely does it evoke images of hay fields, Holstein cows, cotton fields, chickens and melons. Yet even in a technology-driven, mostly urban modern society, agriculture is big business in Arizona. The state agriculture industry is worth $17.1 billion, according to the Arizona Farm Bureau. In 2016, the Grand Canyon State had more than 19,000 […]
When you’re enjoying a dish of ice cream, you’re probably not thinking about its high levels of phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, and vitamins A, B12 and riboflavin. You are also unlikely to think about the farm family that dedicates their lives to ensuring Arizona residents have access to flavorful, high-quality dairy products. One example is the Van Der Toorns, […]
Farm Name: Kerr Family Dairy Where is your farm located? We’re located on the west side of Buckeye on the corner of Hazen and Wilson Rds. How long has your dairy been in business? 37 years How long have you been involved in the dairy business? My entire life. The Kerr family has been in […]
Farm name: Boschma Farms Where is your farm located? Tolleson, Arizona How long has your dairy been in business? 42 years How long have you been involved in the dairy business? 11 years Tell us a little bit about your dairy farm: We milk all Holstien cows (black and white cows). We are currently milking 2400 cows and have 2900 […]
Name: Rosemarie Burgos-Zimbelman Farm Name: Rio Blanco Dairy Where is your farm located? Maricopa, Arizona How long has your dairy been in business?: 22 years, this is our 23rd year. How long have you been involved in the dairy business? I was born and raised in the dairy business, my father is a dairy nutritionist. My […]
Tell us about your farm and ranch We are a dairy farm and we milk 3,800 cows. We ship to United Dairyman of Arizona. We also farm a large percentage of our own corn silage and alfalfa hay as forage for the cows. What changes have you seen in your lifetime as it relates to […]
