Wisconsin Ag in the Classroom Program

Check out this *dairy* fun milk lesson for middle schoolers!

Blue's the Clue: Souring Milk for Science introduces students to the effect temperature has on reducing and controlling the growth of bacteria. Students will observe different types of milk at different temperatures to learn about the importance of pasteurization and food safety.

BOOKMARK this FREE lesson plan in the Wisconsin Agriculture in the Classroom Curriculum Matrix! Find the full lesson in the comments.

Today is the official first day of summer, also known as the Summer Solstice. ☀️

Enjoy the extra sunshine on the longest day of the year!

Wisconsin cheesemakers produce more than 600 types, styles and varieties of cheese?

Wisconsin is the only state to provide elite cheesemaker certification through our Master Cheesemaker program. Less than 100 cheesemakers have earned the official certification!

milk is Wisconsin's official state beverage? 🥛

Packed with 13 essential nutrients and 8 grams of protein, milk is nature's nearly perfect food!

Today is National Corn on the Cob Day! 🌽

Nothing says summer like a fresh ear of corn! Until your local farmer's markets and farm stands are fully stocked, you can find fresh sweet corn at a grocery store near you!

Once you have read "Tales of a Dairy Godmother: Chuck's Ice Cream Wish" with your 3-5 grade students, try this dairy-themed lesson!

In "A Day Without Dairy," students will create, read and interpret graphs relating to the economic importance of the dairy industry. Students will be challenged to understand the economic consequences of a day without dairy.

Find this FREE lesson plan and more on the Wisconsin Agriculture in the Classroom Curriculum Matrix, linked in the comments.

Today is World Environment Day! 🌎

Wisconsin farmers are stewards of the land, water and natural resources.

Wisconsin is home to 1.28 million dairy cows? 🐄

Our leading ladies produce approximately 8-10 gallons of milk a day. Most of that milk is made into cheese, earning us the proud title of America's Dairyland! 🧀