Got milk? Illinois farmers throughout the state provide nutritious and delicious dairy products. Learn about dairy farms, cows and more.
- The average American consumes 25 gallons of milk.
- Milk is 85% to 95% water, despite its creamy texture. The rest of its volume comes from a vitamins, proteins, carbohydrates and fat.
- Adding a pinch of salt to a gallon of milk keeps it fresh longer.
- Drinking milk protects your smile by reducing the level of acidity in the mouth, combats plaque formation and reduces the risk of cavities.
- Harvard Milk Days, an annual celebration in Harvard, Illinois, that has honored local dairy farmers since 1942, will take place May 31-June 2. Learn more at milkdays.com.
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