Herdade do Vale das Porcas de Cima: modelo de gestão responsável

Herdade Vale das Porcas de Cima is a 714-hectare family-run farm in Portugal managed by Sociedade Agrícola Felizardo Prezado. It features 500 hectares of montado with cork oak, eucalyptus, and stone pine, alongside pastures for 650 sheep. The farm applies sustainable practices including vegetation clearing, liming, organic matter application using swine manure, and tailored seed mixes for different soil and drainage conditions. Certified in organic farming and FSC-certified sustainable forest management, the farm benefits from university collaboration for soil and forage analysis. This model demonstrates responsible agriculture, community engagement, and environmental stewardship.