Until recently the 470 acre bequeathment was used to support research in the area of genetics, nutrition, and management unique to Jersey cows. Researchers were also able to demonstrate that methane from the farm's animal waste could be recycled to provide more than enough energy to heat all the water required for sanitation at the dairy.
Sanitation has everything to do with whether milk passes or fails the daily milk grading process.
These strict standards are critical to a continuous supply of high quality dairy products. While Randleigh was once at the center of dairy cow research, it's mission focus is changing. NCSU has the opportunity to use Randleigh for new and exciting research, teaching and extension projects. Visit this site to watch the vision unfold.