Did you notice the item in the news last weekend (Feb. 20, 2021) about how Canadian butter has seemingly become firmer in recent months? Apparently, it has to do with cows being fed palm oil, which we remember was a red flag in our own diets only a few years ago. Consumers are now worried about the wisdom of eating dairy products.
I've had a long somewhat peculiar interest in all things agriculture around the world but especially in Canada. I've been a follower of an Ontario dairy farmer, Andrew Campbell, @FreshAirFarmer, for years, originally because he used to tweet the most amazing sunrises. Then, in 2017, he had the ambitious project of highlighting a different farm on his YouTube Channel, one for each week of the year, in all, 52 Farm Tours on his YouTube channel and I was hooked.
In 2021 @FreshAirFarmer is bringing interested people along as he plans a new barn and dairy parlour. Yesterday, Feb. 22, 2021, I'm assuming in response to concern over what Ontario dairy cows might be eating, he gave us a tour of the feed supply for his cattle.
The possible palm-fat ingredient in a cow's diet is an issue well worth keeping an eye on. Hopefully, nutritionists are paying attention on our behalf.
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