Course Information
My husband, Zach, a lifetime dairy cow lover, instigated my crash course in to milkmaid life, when one spring afternoon I came home to find myself the proud new owner of a Holstein cull cow.
My milk cow journey has had many bumps along the road. There is so much to learn, so much to know, and finding the information can often seem confusing.
This masterclass will take you through the ins and outs of deciding if a cow is the right choice for your homestead, how to buy a milk cow and how to prepare and set up for a milk cow when you bring her home. You may have so many questions about choosing a milk cow or maybe you don’t even know what questions you need to ask yet! This masterclass has been built with all of this in mind!
What We Will Cover In This Masterclass
✔️ Our story of why we chose milk cows for our homestead, and why we think they are a great choice!
✔️ Dairy cow breeds to consider for your homestead
✔️ How to buy a dairy cow
✔️ How to set up your homestead for a dairy cow
✔️ How to hand milk a cow
✔️How to machine milk a cow
Contributors
Robyn Jackson
Cheese From Scratch
Hi, there! I am a Mom to three sweet children, a Rancher, a Homesteader and a Milkmaid. I have been milking a cow and making cheese in my kitchen since 2014. Homestead cheesemaking is something that is dear to my heart. 200 years ago your mother, grandmother, or aunt may have taught you to make cheese; these days it is pretty rare to actually know someone in person who makes cheese. I teach homesteaders how to turn their milk into cheese, and as a life long learner, I am always seeking to listen and learn from other people perspectives and experiences. I am very passionate about traditional skills, homegrown food, and living a slower, more intentional life.
Deanna Ellem
From Queensland Australia, Deanna has been milking cows for 10 years. Living and working on a cattle ranch, Deanna has a love for milk cows and cheesemaking.