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Delicious Milk Direct
2007-11-04
Dave and Florence Minar are thinking outside of the box to preserve their third-generation dairy farm for their children and grandchildren. Minnesota loses a family-owned dairy farm every day because for many dairy farming is no longer profitable. But by processing their own products and selling these directly to customers, the Minars are able to capture much more of the profits than selling their milk to a dairy cooperative.
This new on-farm-processing venture is not only working for the Minars, but also for their customers. You can taste the difference in a glass of Cedar Summit milk. This milk comes from cows that are grazed on pastures near New Prague. It is free from antibiotics and hormones. The Minars, who practice organic farming techniques, treat their land, their animals, and their customers well. Their delicious milk and other products are available at the St. Paul Farmers’ Market, food co-ops, grocery stores, and through home delivery in selected area.
