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Maassen Dairy is a fifth generation dairy farm located outside of Maurice, Ia.

For five generations, members of the Maassen family have been raising animals and crops on land near Maurice, Iowa. Although the farm looks very different now than when Lee Maassen’s great-grandfather began farming in the early 1900s, the family’s focus on caring for their cows, people and the environment has stayed constant over the decades. Today, Maassen Dairy is owned and managed by Lee and hi

s sons Aaron, Adam and Stefan. The family recently built a new milking parlor and expanded their barns to milk about 1,350 cows. They also raise all the calves born on the farm and grow crops on about 1,000 acres. The Maassens have adopted new technologies and management practices over the years to make their cows more comfortable and make the farm safer and more efficient for themselves and employees. From new barn designs in the 1980s that allowed more space for cows, better access to feed and curtains for airflow, to today’s sophisticated lagoon system that allows the dairy to filter solids from manure so it can be used as fertilizer for crops, every new step helps their farm be more productive and sustainable.
“Each time we looked at building, expanding or making changes to the farm, we spent a lot of time researching new ideas and tried to put the best of those new practices to work here,” said Lee. Maassen Dairy is also part of a statewide research program in Iowa to study cover crops and management practices to protect the state’s watersheds. They are working with local agronomists, state officials and researchers to plant a 20 acre research plot to help identify best practices to share with other farmers.
“We’re excited to be part of programs that are helping to improve our farming practices today and preserve the land for future generations,” said Lee. This focus on sustainability will ensure that any of Lee and Emily Maassen’s eleven grandchildren will have the opportunity to be the sixth generation of dairy farmers. The Maassens also recognize that their commitment to stewardship goes beyond their farm. It is essential for the consumers who purchase milk and dairy products for their families to have confidence in where their milk comes from and how it is produced.
“Sustainability is a partnership between me as a dairy farmer and with the person who is buying the products from the store,” said Aaron Maassen. “It is about conserving what we have and not being wasteful.”

08/14/2024

03/12/2024

Job Opportunity: Full-Time Dairy TMR Feeder/Labourer

Maassen Dairy is actively seeking a dedicated individual to join our dynamic dairy farm team on a full-time basis. The primary responsibilities include the crucial tasks of mixing and feeding our dairy herd.

To be considered for this position, applicants should possess a proven track record in handling heavy equipment, including skidloaders, payloaders, and trucks. Attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and a positive team-oriented mindset are essential qualities we value in potential candidates.

Join us in fostering a thriving and efficient dairy operation.

To find out more please send a private message to our page.

01/15/2024

Even on the coldest days God’s promises endure.

06/29/2023

05/27/2023

We had the pleasure of hosting Commissioner Brendan Carr and Premier Communications at our dairy yesterday. We talked about the benefits of high speed internet on our farm. Thanks for visiting!!!

02/28/2023

Proud to send our milk to AMPI 🥛🧀

New Ulm, Minnesota -- A Medium Cheddar produced by Associated Milk Producers Inc. (AMPI), has been named the best in its class and second runner-up overall in the 2023 United States Championship Cheese Contest. AMPI was further distinguished as the only dairy farmer-owned company to have two ent

02/07/2023

Hear Aaron on the Daily Grind this morning ☺️

West Branch Renewable Natural Gas, is a partnership between the City of Sioux Center and dairy farmers. On The Daily Grind today, Adam Fedders & Aaron Maassen discussed the details. Hear the show at siouxcountyradio.com/the-daily-grind

01/03/2023

Exciting things are coming! The city council of Sioux Center has approved the natural gas project. If you have any questions regarding the project, please feel free to reach out.

SIOUX CENTER—A new natural gas line connecting Sioux Center to a source of locally-produced natural gas could start next year.

12/25/2022

Merry Christmas from our "herd" to yours

09/16/2022

A big part of harvest 2022 complete. Thank you to each person that made it a smooth run. Feeling blessed.

08/19/2022

Although they got Aaron’s name wrong … the article is right that this is an exciting opportunity using resources right here in Sioux County. ☺️

ORANGE CITY—The Sioux County Board of Supervisors heard at its Aug. 9 meeting about a new pipeline project in the works, pending the navigation of legal requirements that come from

08/16/2022

08/05/2022

Maassen Dairy Farm is a family owned and operated company rooted in the heart of Sioux County Iowa. We currently feed 1700 cows outside of Maurice, IA. We are looking for a full-time Dairy Farm TMR Feeder. Ideal candidate would be hardworking, dependable, flexible, and work well in a team environment.

Position Type: Full-Time

Location: Maurice, IA

Responsibilities:

• Mix and distribute feed to cows and dry cows

• Maintain feed truck and other various farm equipment

• Interact and collaborate with nutritionists, herdsman and owners

• Work 5-6 days per week

Additional responsibilities could include: help haul dry manure or forage in the fall if more hours are wanted.

Qualifications:

• Clean driving record

• Ability to operate truck, payloaders and skidloaders

• CDL or willingness to obtain a plus

• Welding and fabricating skills a plus but not required

08/02/2022

Registration for this year’s Adopt a Cow program opened on May 1 and closes on Sept. 15! The free program is ideal if:

✔️ You teach in a traditional classroom setting.
✔️ You are homeschooling your kids/family members/friends.
✔️ You run an after-school program.
✔️ You facilitate a library program.
✔️ You have an agriculture program at your museum or kid’s center.
✔️ You are one of the above and are teaching/leading from in or outside of the United States (yes, anyone can join the program, even from New Zealand!)

➡️ Learn more: discoverdairy.com/adopt

07/03/2022

MAURICE—While some classrooms have a bunny or a hamster, children all over the United States had an Iowa dairy calf as a class pet this school year.

05/23/2022

If you’re interested in adopting a calf for next year’s classroom, the information is below. It’s a great experience for kids to learn about a dairy farm.

04/07/2022

🐮 See a live chat with one of our own, Stefan, tomorrow morning at 10:30 AM CST. Catch up with our adopted calves 🐄 Lucy and Joy, and see lots of baby calves.

Join Farmer Stefan from Maurice, IA for a live chat to wrap up this year's Adopt A Cow program.We will be spending a lot of time with his adopted calves Joy ...

03/28/2022

We are honored to be nominated as a contender for best dairy in Northwest Iowa. 🐮 We’d appreciate your vote! Thanks!!

https://www.nwestiowa.com/bestofnwest/ #/gallery/316309138/?fbclid=IwAR2MLevTW9LGZQFigDOrqbe3bZB4F9RbY1j6fQe2M93lE7sgwK-1NCwgrTg

Windy. Mostly cloudy skies will become partly cloudy after midnight. Low 32F. Winds SE at 20 to 30 mph. Higher wind gusts possible..

02/14/2022

Will moo be my Valentine? ❤️

02/07/2022

Vote for Lucy, Sparkle & Joy! You do have to scroll a little. ☺️

Discover Dairy’s Adopt a Cow program has been “love at first moo” for classrooms across the globe this school year! This February, join us for a fun contest to help share the love for your adopted calf. Use the poll below to vote for the most kissable calf by clicking on one of the photos....

02/03/2022

Time for an adopted calf update! 🐮 The calves are growing and are close to 300 lbs now. They’ve moved to group pens and are enjoying socializing. They’re not too sure of the halters though!

09/27/2021

Maassen Dairy is participating in an “Adopt a Calf” program. Classrooms from around the country will get the opportunity to adopt a calf and watch it grow throughout the year, and learn how a dairy farm operates. Here are our calves up for “adoption” this fall. ❤️

The classroom adoption through Discover Dairy is closed, but stay tuned to our page as we will post updates of our three adopted calves.

For more educational resources on dairy please visit https://www.discoverdairy.com/ to find out more :)

09/09/2021

Chopping silage is well on its way.

07/29/2021

New calf barn is taking shape.

Address

4723 Hickory Avenue
Maurice, IA
51036

Telephone

+17125675811

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