Crops
What was a popular crop to grow in Wisconsin in the 1800s?
Wheat!
Who were the first farmers?
Native Americans
What do cows eat?
Hay
How often do farmers have to milk cows?
Twice a day!
What year was the biggest wheat harvest?
1860
What group of people moved here to start a new life?
Pioneers
Who helped make Wisconsin the top dairy state?
William Hoard
How many types of cheeses does Wisconsin produce?
Over 600 different types!
What is a common fruit that is grown in Wisconsin?
Cranberries
What did Native Americans grow in Wisconsin?
Corn, beans, squash, and pumpkins
Where does milk go once it is collected?
Milk is transported to a factory!
What is Wisconsin called?
What is it called to grow different types of crops at the same time?
Diversified farming
True or False: When pioneers moved to Wisconsin, even children had a role on the farm.
True
Take a guess: How many dairy cows do you think are on a dairy farm in Wisconsin?
On average, this is 200 cows per dairy farm in Wisconsin.
Ice Cream must have 10% of what?
Butterfat!
What are common crops grown in Wisconsin?
Oats, wheat, corn, and soybeans
What did the first farmers call farming just for themselves?
What do cows need to survive?
Shelter, food, and daily milking
Per year, how much milk is produced?
31.9 billion pounds