Characterisation of milk production in some Alpine valleys of Piemonte

Alpine breeding systems are an example of sustainable integration between land management and productive processes; forage exploitation has characterized and modified landscape and environment (Brunschwing et al.,1998; Coulon et al., 1997). On the Alps, intensive lowlandstypical breeding methods are generally inapplicable; moreover, the presence of autochthonous breeds characterized by high resistance and adaptation to local environment and fodders has determined the production of typical dairy products, often different from valley to valley. In spite of deep changes that have characterised the social and economic structure of Alpine regions – particularly the breeding activities – mountain farming is still important for keeping a steady equilibrium of breeding systems because it allows the presence of animals during the summer season on alpine pastures....

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