Exploring Dairy Science - DVD

How has dairy farming changed in the past 200 years? What science is involved in getting us products like milk and cheese? Discover the answers and follow Josh and Caroline as they move throughout dairy farms, exploring the science along the way, finding adventure as they explore the science and technology of today's dairy farming. Spanning the history of old-time milking to the hi-tech present, the hosts discover how the dairy industry has changed dramatically in the past 100 years from raising cows to milking them. It's time to milk the science out of this topic and head Into the Outdoors.

Dive into the science and real life farming practices of Wisconsin's beef industry. From nutrition to cooking, we'll explore fun and useful information that will help make you beef savvy in the store, on the grill, or at the farm.  Did you know there are more than 3,000 kinds of substances that can be injected into foods sold at your grocery store? That means you may be swalling, digesting and putting chemicals into your body. So how can we get fresh, naturdal resources that are actually good for you?

Did you know that not everyone with a career in agriculture drives a tractor? There are a large variety of careers that support farming in Wisconsin! This program highlights four careers related to the field of agriculture and production of the leading US export, soy. Each one of these careers assists farmers in growing, marketing and selling a product that keeps the farm viable and helps provide safe and healthy food for the world's population. What is the difference of a protected vs. a preserved forest and how are our lives enriched from proper forest management?  This program examines some of the careers that surround soy production.   Whether it's being a veterinarian for large animals, flying drones, brokering commodities or selling and repairing farm equipment, various skill sets complement the life of a soybean farmer.