Drink a glass of milk on National Dairy Farmer Month

Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com June is National Dairy Farmer Month, giving the community a chance to thank all local dairy farmers who work to produce rich dairy products that can be found at local grocers. When discussing dairy, individuals primarily refer to milk and its role in the food people eat. Without it, people wouldn’t be able to enjoy a cheeseburger, buttered toast or yogurt.  But individuals cannot enjoy the benefits of dairy without the help of a dairy farmer. They wake up early in the morning and work until late in the day or, in some cases, when the moon has made an appearance. They spend tedious hours working with their dairy cows, milking them at l