Breed Spotlight: Fleckvieh
What is a Fleckvieh? Fleckvieh (pronounced FLECK-vee) is a cattle breed that originated in Austria and Germany. The name means “spotted cattle” in German because of its red and white markings. Fleckvieh cattle were developed from Simmental cattle and are known as a dual-purpose breed, meaning they produce both milk and beef. Fleckvieh cattle are…
Breed Reveal Is Here! Explore the Wonderful World of Dairy Cow Breeds
One of the most exciting milestones of the Adopt A Cow program is almost here. On October 6, you will officially meet your calf. Before the big reveal, learn more about the breed of your calf. Now is the perfect time to help your students become dairy breed experts! Just like dogs come in many…
Meet Alex: Arizona Teacher Who’s Helping Students Explore Agriculture Career Opportunities
August 20, 2026Meet Alex: Arizona Teacher Who’s Helping Students Explore Agriculture Career Opportunities
This story is part of a series of “meet & greets” with individuals who use our Adopt a Cow program to inspire you with the endless ways you can incorporate the program in the classroom and beyond! Alex Layshock teaches elementary and middle school students in a primarily urban area of Arizona. We sat down…
Meet Angela: Indiana Teacher Who’s Connecting Students to Farmers in Their Community
This story is part of a series of “meet & greets” with individuals who use our Adopt a Cow program to inspire you with the endless ways you can incorporate the program in the classroom and beyond! Angela Grills has been teaching for 34 years, and if there’s one thing she is passionate about, it’s…
Meet Callie: Washington Teacher Who’s Bringing the Farm to Her Suburban Classroom
This story is part of a series of “meet & greets” with individuals who use our Adopt a Cow program to inspire you with the endless ways you can incorporate the program in the classroom and beyond! Callie Bissonnette grew up in an area that was rich in agriculture. With her deep respect and appreciation for…
2026 Teacher Appreciation Week: Meet 10 Teachers Who Are Making a Difference
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Teachers: THANK YOU for all the energy, support and creativity you pour into your classrooms every day. Our Discover Dairy teachers have a strong passion for agriculture, so this week, we want to showcase a few who are going above and beyond for their students and communities. Thank you to everyone…
Grilled Cheese Dippers with Tomato Soup
April is National Grilled Cheese Month. Check out this fun recipe!
Dairy Fun Fact
Dairy farmers can reuse water for many purposes, including cleaning barns, irrigating crops, and cooling milk. Share this fun fact with your students as they learn about the environment!
Mini Moo Virtual Dairy Tour: Soil Super Savers
Mini Moo Virtual Dairy Tour: Soil Super Savers: Corey the Cornstalk is digging deep to see how Farmer Austin from Peace N Plenty Farm in Union Bridge, MD protects the land! Join Corey to discover how farmer Austin’s best friend isn’t just the cows—it’s the soil. Learn about cool practices like no-till farming that keep the dirt in…
Cows Are Upcyclers Video
Check out this cool video from on of our Adopt a Cow Host Farms, Coulee Flats Dairy in Washington, to learn more about how cows upcycle! Read more in an article about the farm as well. Age group? Middle School.
