Dual-Purpose Cattle Breeding in Silvopastoral Systems for Grass-Fed Meat

Sustainable silvopastoral farming with Italian Red Pied cattle for high-quality grass-fed beef

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High-quality grass-fed beef from Italian Red Pied cattle raised on a family-run silvopastoral farm. Dual-purpose breed ensures excellent meat and milk quality, with calves kept on pasture for 14–16 months. Natural mating, rotational grazing, and no antibiotics or surgeries enhance animal welfare and sustainability. Farming practices support long-term ecological balance and work-life harmony.

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Contribution detail info

Project

Grazing4AgroEcology

European Network to promote grazing and to support grazing-based farms on their economic and ecologic performances as well as on animal welfare

Location
Italy
Authors
Melis R.A.M., Nieddu D.
Purpose
Adopt innovative practices, Implement best practices, Support decision-making and strategic planning

File type
document
Created on
Jun 30, 2025
Origin language
Italian
Official project website
Grazing4AgroEcology
License
CC BY