Donald De JongCalf Care at Natural Prairie DairyThe birth of a new calf is a momentous occasion. To us, every new life represents new responsibility to deliver the best possible care. A…Nov 6, 2017Nov 6, 2017
Donald De JongOrganic Dairy Farming, DefinedAt Natural Prairie Dairy, we’re proponents of all forms of agriculture, and we’ve learned a lot through our years of experience with…Oct 17, 2016Oct 17, 2016
Donald De JongInfographic: Agriculture & Dairy Farming by the NumbersAgriculture is the lifeblood of our family, our state, our country and even our world. Here are some quick facts and figures that show just…Jul 29, 2016Jul 29, 2016
Donald De JongAmerican Dairy Farming: A Vital, Historic Institution, Now Harvesting InnovationYou may have noticed Natural Prairie Dairy celebrating National Dairy Month throughout June. Around here, we viewed it as a chance to…Jul 5, 2016Jul 5, 2016
Donald De JongDairy Farming Across the EarthHow an age-old practice looks strikingly different around the globeJun 3, 2016Jun 3, 2016
Donald De JongLessons from the farm: A farmer’s best fertilizer is his shadowOn our organic dairy farm, we put a lot of thought and effort into the soil that grows our crops. But in truth, a farmer’s best fertilizer…Apr 15, 20161Apr 15, 20161
Donald De JongAdded Benefits: Working on an Organic Dairy FarmPeace and quiet comes with a job well done.Mar 22, 2016Mar 22, 2016
Donald De JongLessons from the Farm: A happy cow chews her cudKeeping organic cows healthy is all about prevention — that’s why we keep such a close eye on our herd of holsteins.Feb 26, 20161Feb 26, 20161
Donald De JongMaking the Family Farm SustainableSustainability is most often thought of in environmental terms. But, I know from experience that the family farm is only truly sustainable…Jan 26, 2016Jan 26, 2016
