Awhile back, Ernie answered some questions for young Kathleen’s homework assignment. The entry inspired so many comments and follow-up questions, we decided to answer some of the cow-related ones here in one big Ask Ernie session. A few non-cow questions will be covered in the next edition of Ask Ernie. As always, keep those questions coming!
PAULA ASKS: How many gallons of milk from how many cows you would need to produce your ice cream each day?
To produce our 100,000 gallons of ice cream it takes roughly 30,000 gallons of milk which comes from about 5,000 cows. That doesn’t even take account the milk powder or cream required to make all that delicious ice cream.
REBECCA S. ASKS: Do you have dairy cows on the premises as well? If so, about how many do you have and how many does it take to make the milk and cream for all the dairy products you sell?
The original family farm still exists right next to the dairy and, like the dairy, it too has grown in size. The farm is run separately from the dairy by one of Armor Frey’s grandsons. The farm sells its milk into the same cooperative that Turkey Hill gets the milk for its products from.
DORIS ASKS: Does all the milk in Turkey Hill ice cream come from Lancaster County cows?
The majority of the milk that we use comes from within 30 miles of Turkey Hill Dairy. Turkey Hill purchases the milk from a local cooperative which includes most of Lancaster County and part of York Country as well.
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If you’ve got a technical question about the ice cream making process or some other inquiry about the nuances of America’s favorite treat, chances are Ernie has the answer. He might not be able to answer all questions, but he’ll try his best and some may be featured on the Ice Cream Journal.
turkey hill regular ice cream comes in a 1.75 qt. carton well duetto comes in a 1.5 carton, yet they both sell for the same price. why is this?
You’re in luck, John. We just wrote something about this on Friday here on the Ice Cream Journal. Check it out here:
http://icecreamjournal.turkeyhill.com/index.php/2008/08/15/shrinking-ice-cream-package/
Unfortunately, the rising cost of ingredients and other parts of the manufacturing process have required all ice cream makers and many other food product makers to scale back package sizes. We’re currently in the process of converting our 1.75 quart containers to 1.5 quarts.
the freshness is best for the ice cream.that you use local milk;;; keep up the wonderful job of making the world best ice cream.
HOW MANY FARMS BRING MILK ,TO OUR SITE AT DAY???
when I was recently in Lancaster co., I noticed several Land of Lakes cooperative signs at dairy farms, including the one we stayed at but no Turkey Hill. Do they post their coop signs?
Hi Turkey Hill and fans,
I love your question/s about turkey hill ice cream. I do have one question to ask you Ernie, Where is the expired date on the ice cream carton? How long can you keep Ice cream in the freeze?
One last question, is it safe to mix softened ice cream with sour cream? I saw it in a recipe for ice cream.
Thank You Ernie. Friday Iam going to get 2 carton of turkey ice for the weekend.
What is meant by “Philadelphia Style” ice cream?
The one and only Turkey Hill Cow is visiting Williamsport/South Williamsport, this week during Little League. It is at the Turkey Hill Store.
I have no questions. I would like tell Ernie that i really enjoyed his tour with PCN.
I had no idea the size of the operation needed to produce your ice cream. It’s quite impressive!
That sure is a lot of cows and a lot of milk that goes into the making of TH ice cream but it’s definitely worth it.
I enjoyed the questions and answers from Kathleen and the others. It’s always good to know more about the products we consume.
Keep up the good work. We love your ice cream, and always have a supply on hand.
That’s why Turkey Hill tastes so fresh, fresh ingredients close to home. Keep up the great work Turkey Hill!
Thanks for the insight on just a few of the things that make Turkey Hill so great. Time for a Turkey Hill sundae!
I love it that you use Lancaster Co cows’ milk!!
Love those Lancaster cows, their milk makes good ice cream!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love reading the Ice Cream Journal for all the interesting facts and information. Keep it up.
Why does my local supermarket only carry 1.75 and 1.5 qts and Ice tea no other Turkey Hill products. (Buffalo NY Market)
Why are the Turky Hill product selection limited to 1.75 qt 1.5 qt ice cream and Ice Tea at Buffalo NY area stores
Love these daily Turkey Hill factoids!
Very cool cow facts! Yay for cows and Turkey Hill!
It is so sad that the size of the cartons of ice cream are getting smaller.
Just so the cows don’t get smaller too. LOL
It’s great to hear about the Turkey Hill family business and how it supports the local counties. It is certainly no small effort to supply all of us with great Turkey Hill flavors.
It’s nice to know that most of the milk used by Turkey Hill comes from Lancaster cows. Just like Lancaster, the ice cream is very special.
Thanks
Praise the Lord for Turkey Hill Ice Cream! That’s the main source of my milk products!!
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