THE BLACK AND WHITES
Take a glimpse into the journey of local dairy farming and the impact that local dairy farmers have on the communities they source.
LOCAL MILK
LOCAL LOVE
In the heart of New Mexico, our local dairy farmers and their trusty cows are the true unsung heroes of our community. These folks rise with the sun, pouring their passion and hard work into caring for their herds, because they know a happy cow means top-notch milk. Choosing to fill our cups with milk from Peralta’s own backyards not only kicks up the flavor of our morning joe and other favorites but also tips our hats to the hardworking ranchers who make it possible. It's our way of saying "thanks, partner" to those who are up at dawn, ensuring we have fresh, delicious milk on our tables. Plus, when we stick to local dairy, we’re not just keeping it fresh, we’re also riding the trail towards sustainability, cutting down on those long hauls across the country. So, tipping our glasses with local milk is more than just a choice—it’s a nod to community spirit, eco-friendly living, and that rich, western heritage that makes New Mexico a place to hang our hats.
DID YOU KNOW?
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Milk contains 13 essential nutrients like high-quality protein, calcium, vitamin D and more?
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A Holsteins spots are like snowflakes or fingerprints - no two cows have the same spots.
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A cow needs to have a calf to produce milk.
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Cows do not have four stomachs. They have a "forestomach" with one true stomach and 3 other compartments for the breakdown of plants.
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Dairy cows are naturally skinnier and bonier than beef cows.
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Milk travels from the farm to the processors - where it is homogenized, pasteurized and put in jugs and then to your local grocery store, all in usually less than 48 hours!
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Pasteurization is a food safety practice that involves heating food products to a specific temperature for a set period of time to eliminate harmful bacteria and viruses that can cause food-borne illnesses. In addition to milk, some other common foods that undergo pasteurization are nuts, beer, wine and juice.
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OUR LOCAL DAIRY PARTNERS
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