Tackling a first-generation dairy farm as a family  Farming is a livelihood rooted in family, no matter where you are. From navigating the barriers to entry to dairy farming to celebrating the successes of a growing business, New Jersey dairy farmer, Sarah Lyness, shared her story on our second episode of the Farming on Purpose podcast. While Sarah didn’t grow up in a dairy family, or even a farming family,  she’s using those experiences to help educate those outside of the industry. It’s important for her to share with others the life lessons farming has taught her as well. Never forget to appreciate even the smallest things, like the sunset view over the dairy barn. Sarah and her husband got their start by adding a dairy to his family’s existing farming operation. They now also operate a creamery, run by Dan’s mom. Together, they’re all tackling and overcoming, the unique challenges dairy farming presents. About our Guest: Sarah Lyness and Spring Run Dairy Sarah Lyness owns and operates Spring Run Dairy and The Creamery at Spring Run Dairy with her husband, Dan. Their new on-farm creamery bottles white and chocolate cream line whole milk, and they feature seasonal flavors, like eggnog throughout the year.  Their dairy farm prioritizes sustainable land management practices, and high quality animal care is always a priority. They enjoy sharing their dairy farm with the community, and always encourage people to ask questions when they visit the on-farm store. Sarah also works off the farm as a business attorney and enjoys volunteering with her local dairy promotion council, state Holstein Association, and county fair board. You can find the Spring Run Dairy on Instagram @springrun.dairy , Facebook, or their website.