Clover Farms, the largest privately-owned milk farm in Pennsylvania, produces incredibly fresh and tasty milk that we distribute throughout the region. Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York City, Maryland, and Delaware receive our products daily. Through the work of more than 170 farm families and 300 employees, we’re able to deliver over 3,000,000 pounds of milk every day!
Dairy Farms as the Key to Milk Production
Accomplishing our daily milk obligation would never be possible without the help of our partnering local dairy farm families. The tradition of farm families continues in the dairy industry, and without them, the industry would fall apart as supply dried up. The commitment dairy farm families show to their work is admirable and necessary to the continued supply of fresh milk throughout the country.
These farm families are the initial link in a large economic chain. Local veterinarians, processing operations, bottlers, transportation companies, grocers, and restaurants rely on the milk that begins with healthy cows on local family farms. From the cream for coffee to the butter for toast and the sour cream for salad dressings, a variety of foods begin with the local dairy farm.
Dairy Farms as the Key to Pennsylvania History
America’s history and dairy are intrinsically joined. From the very beginning with the Jamestown colonists, dairy products have been present in American life.
The Pennsylvania Colony, founded in 1681, also had early ties to the dairy industry and the wider agricultural world. Today, the state of Pennsylvania is responsible for the second highest production of milk in the country, with 99% of dairy farms being family owned and operated.
In 1937, Clover Farms began milk production and door-to-door delivery. As milk became largely available in grocery stores, we changed with the times and introduced our milk to grocers exclusively.
Dairy Farms as Key to Healthy Diets
Dairy farms are key to milk production, and drinking milk as part of a regular diet is key to health. Many nutrients in milk are key to health. A few of these nutrients include:
- Calcium
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin B12
- Riboflavin
- Niacin
- Pantothenic acid
- Potassium
- Phosphorous
The protein within milk is vital to muscle creation within the body. Almond milk is becoming a popular alternative to milk, but it is significantly lacking in protein. In fact, dairy milk has 8 times more protein than almond milk.
Milk contributes to various aspects of health including:
- Bone strength
- Cardiovascular health
- Protection from Type II diabetes
At Clover Farms, you’ll find an assortment of milk products available including:
- Vitamin D/Whole Milk
- 2% Jog Milk (Reduced Fat)
- 1% Trim Milk (Low Fat)
- Skim/Slim Milk (Nonfat)
- Chocolate Milk
- Eggnog
- Coffee Creamer
- Half & half
- Light cream
- Heavy cream
In addition to dairy, Clover Farms produces:
- 100% fruit juices
- Fruit flavored drinks
- Prepared Icy Teas
- Bottled spring waters
Our beverages are shipped cold, and the fresh quality of the drinks are without doubt.
The milk farm in Pennsylvania is an institution that affects the economy, the history of the state, and the health of the consumer. Happy cows produce high quality, great tasting milk, and Clover Farms is proud to be a leader in dairy production. For more info on how Clover Farms can find its way to your shelves, give us a call at (610) 921-9111.