On The Farm. All About Milk. Newsletter of the Bucks County Farm Bureau

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1 On The Farm Newsletter of the Bucks County Farm Bureau Serving Bucks County and Eastern Philadelphia County Affiliated with Pennsylvania Farm Bureau & American Farm Bureau Federation Winter 2019 All About Milk A standard 8-oz. serving of milk provides good to excellent sources of nine essential nutrients, making it one of the most nutrient-dense foods. This means it provides a high level of essential nutrients compared to its calories. In fact, each serving of milk provides 10% or more of the recommended daily intake for calcium, Vitamin D (if fortified), protein, potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B12, riboflavin and phosphorus. Milk is well known as an excellent source of calcium. Regardless of its fat content, milk provides about 300 milligrams of calcium per serving (8 fluid ounces). The chart below provides information on the calcium content of fluid milk products per serving. A diet that includes three servings of milk (or other comparable dairy foods) each day provides enough calcium and other nutrients that may help reduce the risk of osteoporosis, high blood pressure and colon cancer. It is difficult to obtain enough calcium without consuming milk (or other dairy foods). To help meet calcium requirements, the following number of servings of milk or its equivalent) is recommended each day: Children 4 8: 3 servings Adults 19 50: 3 servings Children 9 18: 4 servings Adults 50+: 4 servings Whole milk (3.25% fat) contains about 150 calories and about 8 grams of fat per serving (8 ounces). Although not required, whole milk may be fortified with Vitamin D at a level of 400 International Units (IU) per quart. If Vitamin D is added, the label must state this fact. 2% reduced-fat milk (2% fat) contains about 120 calories and about 5 grams of fat per serving (8 ounces). Vitamin A is removed with the milk fat. For this reason, Vitamin A must be added to 2% reduced-fat milk so that it contains at least 1,200 IU of Vitamin A per quart, although 2,000 IU are typically added based on FDA recommendations. Vitamin D is added to virtually all milk at a level of 400 IU of Vitamin D per quart. The addition of these Vitamins must be stated on the label. 1

2 A Nutrient-by-Nutrient Look at Milk Calcium 30% Daily Value An 8-oz serving of milk provides 30% of the Daily Value of calcium. Calcium helps build and maintain strong bones and teeth. This mineral also plays an important role in nerve function, muscle contraction and blood clotting. Niacin 10% Dietary Reference Intake (or Niacin equivalent) Niacin is important for the normal function of many enzymes in the body, and is involved in the metabolism of sugars and fatty acids. A glass of milk provides 10% of the Dietary Reference Intake for niacin. Phosphorus 20% Daily Value Phosphorus helps strengthen bones and generates energy in the body s cells. Milk is an excellent source of phosphorus, providing 20% of the Daily Value. Vitamin D 25% Daily Value When fortified, a glass of milk provides about 25% of the Daily Value for Vitamin D. Vitamin D helps promote the absorption of calcium and enhances bone mineralization. Milk is one of the few dietary sources of this important nutrient.vitamin A 6%-10% Daily Value A glass of 2%, 1% or fat-free milk provides 10% of the Daily Value of Vitamin A; a glass of whole milk provides 6%. This nutrient helps maintain normal vision and skin. It also helps regulate cell growth and maintains the integrity of the immune system. Riboflavin 24% Daily Value Milk is an excellent source of riboflavin, providing 24% of the Daily Value. Riboflavin, also known as Vitamin B2, helps convert food into energy a process crucial for exercising muscles. Protein 16% Daily Value The protein in milk is high quality, which means it contains all of the essential amino acids in the proportions that the body requires for good health. Protein builds and repairs muscle tissue and serves as a source of energy during high-powered endurance exercise. An 8-oz glass of milk provides about 16% of the Daily Value for protein. Vitamin B12 13% Daily Value Vitamin B12 helps build red blood cells that carry oxygen from the lungs to working muscles. Just one 8-oz glass of milk provides about 13% of the Daily Value for this Vitamin. Potassium 11% Daily Value Potassium regulates the body s fluid balance and helps maintain normal blood pressure. It s also needed for muscle activity and contraction. by: American Dairy Association Indiana Inc. Winners Drink Milk! Save with Your Member Benefits This Winter Whether you have some projects around the house or farm to catch up on this winter or you re just looking to stay warm, your Pennsylvania Farm Bureau member benefits can help you save money. If you need supplies or equipment for that project you ve been meaning to catch up on, be sure to check out the offerings from Grainger, the preferred maintenance, repair and operations supplier of Pennsylvania Farm Bureau. As a PFB member, you receive a 10 percent discount on all Grainger catalogue items, which include a wide selection of home and farm supplies. You also are eligible for additional savings on tools and free shipping. 2

3 In addition, PFB members receive a 15 percent discount off a variety of home and farm supplies from MKSalesDirect.com and free shipping on qualifying orders of more than $99. Your membership also gets you a 10 percent discount on home and workshop products from John Deere. Have painting projects on your to-do list? PFB members receive a 25 percent discount on Sherwin Williams paint with some items discounted up to 40 percent off. Your member benefits can also help keep you and your family warm this winter. Members who switch to NRG, the preferred energy supplier of PFB, receive a $50 sign-up bonus after two months as a customer and 5 percent cash back annually on the supply portion of their electric bill. If you have propane heat or are interested in making the switch, don t forget that your Farm Bureau membership gets you 5 cents off per gallon of propane from AmeriGas. Learn more about your PFB member benefits at or calling PFB s Member Relations Division at FARM-tastic Book Program 2019 Book: The Tree Farmer New Price $11.00 Past books available for $10.00 Please contact Glenda Wismer or pamperedchefglenda@gmail.com Mobile Ag On the Go Teacher (Part Time) Mobile Ag on the Go Teacher: Conduct promotions & Administrative meetings with schools prior to Ag on the Go visits. Conduct instruction of Ag on the Go program according to established lesson plans & procedures. Mobile Ag Ed Science Lab Teacher: Conduct instruction of mobile Ag Ed Science Lab program according to established lesson plans & procedures. Please mail letters of introduction & resumes to: Pennsylvania Farm Bureau, Personnel PO Box 8736, Camp Hill, PA or as an attachment 3

4 2019 Safety Coloring, Safety Poster Drawing, & Safety Photo Contests Theme Check It Out First The Safety Coloring Page Contest is open to any youth ages 4 to 6 years old. Only the provided coloring page will be accepted. Download available at: The Safety Poster Drawing Contest is open to any youth ages 7 to 12 years old. Counties will select ONE winner from EACH of the following age categories: 7-9 years old & years old. The Safety Photo Contest is open to any youth 13 to 18 years old. Counties will select a FIRST and SECOND place winner from EACH of the following age categories: years old and years old. These contests are not limited to children or grandchildren of Farm Bureau members, but they must be a Pennsylvania resident. Coloring pages, drawings, and photos must be submitted to Glenda Wismer, Bucks County Women s Committee, by May 1, Guidelines can be found at pfb.com, search safety contests. First & Second prizes will be awarded VISA gift cards and an invitation to the PFB Annual Meeting November 18, Winners will be announced in the County Focus and will be displayed at Ag Progress Days and Annual Meeting If you haven t done so, please renew your 2019 membership. Sign up a neighbor, friend, or family member. Go to Pennsylvania Farm Bureau web site pfb.com Thank you for your continued support! 4

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