MONTEZUMA, Ga. (RFD News) — From growing up in the Bronx to becoming a Georgia dairy farmer, Pete Gelber has built a career around caring for cows.
The Dairy Alliance shares how Gelber uses recycled water, manure and agricultural byproducts throughout his operation to improve efficiency.
Gelber said sustainability begins with caring for his cows, adding that well-managed animals are more environmentally friendly and play an important role in reducing the dairy’s carbon footprint.
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