Dairy and child nutrition go hand in hand.
That’s why Second Harvest Food Bank is proud to partner with Old Stone Creamery. Old Stone believes in the power of fresh milk to help kids grow strong.
Laura, a seventh-generation Tennessee farmer, operates Old Stone Creamery. Her family runs the oldest Jersey cow herd in the United States. Her family’s legacy is so meaningful, they’ve been featured in the Smithsonian.
Every bottle of milk they produce reflects generations of care, quality, and commitment to community.
Unlike many brands, Old Stone Creamery doesn’t remove the fat from their milk. Even the whole milk at the grocery store has a small percentage removed.
Laura shares, “The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends whole-fat milk for children under the age of two to support frontal lobe development. It also helps build immunity and fight disease.”
Their 3.75% milk is a powerful example of how dairy and child nutrition go hand in hand. Thanks to our partnership, families facing hunger now have access to it.
Laura acknowledges that farm fresh milk can be out of budget for many families. That doesn’t stop Old Stone, though. “For our family, it’s a calling to serve our neighbor,” Laura says. “We are called to provide a wholesome, nutritious product to our friends who might not be able to afford it otherwise.”
With support from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, Second Harvest purchases local foods from farms like Old Stone Creamery.
This partnership supports families in need and local farmers. As Laura puts it, “These dollars fund farms and feed families. They help us care for our livestock, pay our bills, and keep wholesome food in our community.”
When Second Harvest supports local farmers, everyone wins.
You can support Old Stone Creamery by visiting their store in Spring Hill. Or stop by their booth at the Franklin Farmers Market on Saturdays.