Hansen’s Farm Fresh Dairy Tour — Hudson, Iowa

Discover the Hansen’s Farm Fresh Dairy Tour in Iowa

Located in Hudson, Iowa, the Hansen’s Farm Fresh Dairy Tour offers visitors a hands-on look at a modern family-run dairy where milk is produced, bottled, and sold directly on-site. This educational Dairy Farm Tour takes guests behind the scenes of daily farm operations, from cow care and milking to on-site processing and quality control. The experience highlights transparent, local food production with a strong emphasis on animal welfare and freshness.
Why it’s special: Hansen’s operates a true farm-to-bottle dairy, allowing visitors to see exactly how milk goes from cow to consumer without leaving the farm.

History & Story of Hansen’s Farm Fresh Dairy

Hansen’s Farm Fresh Dairy is a multi-generation family dairy committed to local agriculture and direct-to-consumer food production. The Hansen family expanded beyond traditional farming by adding on-site bottling, enabling them to sell milk, cheese, and dairy products directly to customers. This approach preserves freshness, supports sustainability, and strengthens the connection between consumers and the source of their food.

What You’ll See & Do on the Hansen’s Farm Fresh Dairy Tour

• Learn how cows are cared for and managed on a working dairy farm

• Observe the milking process and animal handling systems

• See how milk is bottled and stored on-site

• Learn about food safety, quality testing, and freshness standards

• Visit the farm store featuring Hansen’s dairy products

Hands-On Elements: Educational interaction with farm equipment and supervised animal viewing.
Photo/Video Policy: Photography allowed throughout farm and tour areas.
Souvenirs & Extras: Farm store offering fresh milk, cheese curds, ice cream novelties, butter, and branded merchandise.

Pricing of the Hansen’s Farm Fresh Dairy Tour

Adult price: $5 per adult
Children under 12: Free
Tour admission supports educational programming; farm store purchases are optional.

Visiting information

Duration: 45–60 minutes
Age limits: All ages welcome
Accessibility: Farm terrain may be uneven; limited wheelchair accessibility
Working hours: Farm store open Monday–Saturday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM; Sunday 12:00 PM–5:00 PM. Dairy tours available Monday–Friday 10:00 AM–4:00 PM by appointment only.

Nearby

• Cedar Falls Downtown District

• University of Northern Iowa Campus

• George Wyth State Park

FAQs About Visiting Hansen’s Farm Fresh Dairy

Do I need to schedule a tour in advance?
Yes. All dairy tours require advance scheduling to ensure staff availability and animal safety.

Will I see cows during the tour?
Yes. Tours include time in the barn areas where visitors can see cows and learn about their daily care.

Is this tour educational for children?
Absolutely. The tour is designed to be family-friendly and is especially popular with school groups.

Are dairy tastings included?
Tastings are not guaranteed during the tour, but visitors can purchase fresh products in the farm store afterward.

Is this an indoor or outdoor experience?
The tour includes both indoor and outdoor areas, so weather-appropriate clothing is recommended.