May 2025, Kalona, Iowa: As the season changes, many locals look forward to the spring flush. This is a welcome sight in the region.
“This year we’re flushing pretty hard. Lots of milk this year. Lots.”
Those words from our partner farmer Phil Forbes capture the magic happening right now across Iowa’s pastures. We’re deep in what dairy farmers call “spring flush” – that incredible time when winter gives way to an explosion of grass growth. Our pasture-raised cows respond with a surge of rich, creamy milk.
What Is Spring Flush?
Spring flush is nature’s annual gift to dairy farming. Here in Iowa, it usually begins in March when the first hints of warmth coax grass from its winter dormancy. But the real magic happens when temperatures stabilize and daylight hours stretch longer. That’s when the pastures don’t just grow – they explode.
“When it explodes, you get just a rush of milk,” Phil explains from his farm in Kalona. And he’s absolutely right. Our grass-fed cows, free to roam and graze as nature intended, respond to this bounty of fresh, nutrient-dense grass. This results in a dramatic increase in milk production.
Why 2025 Is Special
Last year’s flush was modest by comparison. “I don’t know if we flushed very hard,” Phil reflects on 2024. But this year? “We’re for sure in a flush.” The combination of ideal weather conditions and healthy, regenerative pastures has created perfect conditions for our cows to thrive.
This abundance means more of the organic dairy products you love. Our minimally processed milk retains all the natural goodness of grass-fed, pasture-raised cows. Through our gentle low-temperature vat pasteurization and non-homogenization process, we preserve the rich, complex flavors. These flavors come only from cows living their best lives on Iowa’s green pastures.
The Kalona SuperNatural Difference
Spring flush isn’t just about quantity – it’s about quality. When our small family farm partners’ cows graze on rapidly growing spring grass, the milk they produce is exceptionally rich in nutrients and flavor. The grass itself is at peak nutrition. It is packed with vitamins and minerals that transfer directly into the milk.
Our commitment to regenerative farming practices means these pastures aren’t just feeding our cows; they’re building soil health and sequestering carbon. They create sustainable systems that will support future flushes for years to come.
Taste the Season
As we continue through this incredible spring flush, you’ll taste the difference in every glass of Kalona SuperNatural milk. Furthermore, you will taste it in every bite of our dairy products. It’s the taste of Iowa spring – fresh, vibrant, and bursting with the natural goodness that only comes from cows who live as nature intended.
So when you enjoy our #AlmostRaw products this season, remember Phil’s words from the pastures of Kalona: we’re flushing pretty hard. That means the very best dairy is making its way to your table.
Experience the spring flush difference with Kalona SuperNatural – where traditional farming meets modern sustainability, one glass at a time.