By Blake Jackson
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets will host a preview of the New York Animal Agriculture Coalition (NYAAC) Mobile Dairy Experience as the interactive exhibit begins its educational tour across New York. The special viewing event is scheduled for Wednesday, March 18 at 1:30 p.m. at the Department’s headquarters in Albany.
The Mobile Dairy Experience is a 53-foot, double-expandable trailer designed to give visitors an engaging look at modern dairy farming. Through advanced technology, immersive displays, and interactive activities, the exhibit introduces audiences of all ages to the many aspects of the dairy industry, including farm technology, animal care practices, and milk production.
The event will provide elected officials, industry leaders, and state agency partners an opportunity to explore the exhibit and learn more about the role dairy farming plays in the state.
Richard A. Ball, New York State Agriculture Commissioner, will attend along with Joel Riehlman, a dairy farmer and NYAAC board chair. Members of Future Farmers of America (FFA) will also participate.
Following the Albany showcase, the Mobile Dairy Experience will travel to more than 40 destinations throughout the state this season, including schools, fairs, and community festivals.
Dairy farming remains a vital part of New York agriculture. The state is home to nearly 3,000 dairy farms producing more than 16 billion pounds of milk each year, making New York the fifth-largest dairy state in the country.
For more information, visit https://nyanimalag.org/mobile-dairy-experience/.
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Categories: New York, Education, Livestock, Dairy Cattle