De Vor Dairy Farm & Creamery

06/15/2026

Many guests ask about the round port on the side of a couple of our cows.
This is called a rumen cannula, and it was placed while these cows were part of a university veterinary and nutrition program. We purchased two of these cows when the program no longer needed them and gave them a permanent home here on our farm.
The cannula provides access to the rumen, which is the cow’s largest stomach compartment. Universities use cannulated cows to study nutrition, digestion, and animal health, helping veterinarians and farmers improve cow care and feeding practices.
Despite how unusual it may look, these cows can live normal, healthy lives. They graze, socialize with the herd, enjoy pasture, and do all the normal cow things. The cannula does not bother them, and they continue to be valued members of our herd.

06/14/2026

Just cut the curds. Now a quick stir before the first rinse.

06/12/2026

Meet the Jersey Cow! 🐄

Known for their gentle personalities and rich, creamy milk, Jersey cows may be smaller than many dairy breeds, but they produce some of the highest butterfat milk in the world. That rich milk is what helps create the creamy texture and flavor found in some premium cheeses, butter, and ice cream.

It’s one of the many reasons we love our Jersey girls here on the farm! ❤️

Have you ever met a Jersey cow up close?

06/09/2026

Chewy would like to have your full, undivided attention. She obviously has something important to tell you. What do you think it is? 🤔

06/05/2026

Happy National Cheese Day!!!! Make sure to celebrate with some delicious cheese this weekend.

Farm Store hours:

Friday & Saturday 10am-6pm
Sunday, Monday & Thursdays 10-5pm
Tuesday & Wednesday CLOSED

FARMERS MARKETS:

FRIDAYS you can find us at—

•Elk Rapids Farmers Market 7am-12pm

SATURDAY you can find us at
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•Detroit’s Eastern Market 6am-4pm

•Traverse City’s Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market 7am-12pm

06/04/2026

Our sign has returned!! It’s looking way better with a facelift. Let us know if you like it.

Andrea Johnson Malone Thank you for volunteering to help with the sign! We appreciate you coming and helping on such a cold day! 🥶

06/02/2026

Red Jalapeño Gouda is ready!!!! We will have it in store and at the markets this week. Don’t miss this delicious spicy Gouda. Mmm

Store hours:
Thursday 10-5
Friday 10-6
Saturday 10-6
Sunday 10-5
Monday 10-5

Markets:

Friday:
•Elk Rapids Farmers Market 7-12pm

Saturday:
•Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market Official 7-12pm
And
•Eastern Market Detroit 6am-4pm

06/02/2026

The bulls like to break out sometimes. This brat decided to go visiting. He was checking out the ladies across the street. Thanks to the white truck for trying to help by blocking the road. Haha!

We finally got him back in. 🥳

That being said, we have breeding bulls available for sale. 100% Wagyu OR 100% Jersey. Great breeders! Tell all of your friends! 🗣️

•Private message for more info. 🐂

06/01/2026

Happily headed to a new pasture.

06/01/2026

Now this looks like fun!! Especially, Stop 14!! 😉

*Please note: Not all info is 💯 correct.
-We have never done goat cheese.
-We no longer have pigs

Will you take the Trail?!

https://heymichigan.com/michigan-creamery-trail/?

Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, I became deeply interested in how cheese happens.