Grazing management with dairy cows and sheep in mountain areas, reduction of use of concentrates

The Professional School for Agriculture and Home Economics, part of the Autonomous Province of Bolzano/Bozen, focuses on practical and educational goals. It boasts well-trained staff providing guidance on reducing concentrate usage, converting to a loose housing system, and marketing organic hay milk.

Key prerequisites include motivation for reducing concentrates, suitable grazing lands, and high-quality forage management.

The strengths feature a strong market demand for organic products and effective grazing practices, fostering sustainability and independence from external feed purchases.

Despite challenges regarding effective planning and regulatory requirements, the innovator strongly supports these practices and believes in their potential for replication by other farmers.