Biodiversity in semi-natural grasslands – a driving force
A model for biodiversity and sustainable grassland management on a 350-hectare farm in Västergötland
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Detail description
Biodiversity in pasture management drives milk production at Torpet farm in Västergötland, Sweden. Run by Sofia and Gustav Kämpe, the 350-hectare farm manages 70 hectares of semi-natural grassland using ecosystem services and EU subsidies. With 220 dairy cows and plans to expand to 285, the farm uses robotic milking systems. Biodiversity is central to their operations, supported by sustainable practices, community engagement, and winter and summer grazing management. The farm generates income through biodiversity payments and sheep grazing, reflecting a commitment to ecological and economic sustainability.
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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
- Sweden
- Authors
- Linda af Geijersstam, Svenska Vallföreningen
- Purpose
- Implement best practices, Manage risks and enhance resilience, Support decision-making and strategic planning
- File type
- document
- Created on
- Jun 30, 2025
- Origin language
- Swedish
- Official project website
- Grazing4AgroEcology
- License
- CC BY
- Keywords