From August 10 to 18, the “Allgäu Festival Week” opened its doors in the center of Kempten. Every day from 10 a.m. to 6
Author: Lisa Marie Mahlknecht
Evaluation scheme for the implementation of herd protection measures on Austria’s mountain pastures tested
In spring, we completed the first draft of the evaluation scheme for the implementation of herd protection measures on Austria’s alpine pastures. The predictions
Grass and teeth – al pascolo – may safely graze
LIFEstockProtect exhibition26.10.2024-12.10.2025 10:00-18:00h except Mondays Scenes of the peaceful existence of Shepherds and grazing animals – hard work in adverse weather in mostly uncomfortable
Livestock protection and tourism
A necessary collaboration The tourism sector is often skeptical about livestock protection, as Livestock guarding dogs are perceived as potentially dangerous and fences can
Partner Meeting in Bolzano
This year’s LIFEstockProtect partner meeting took place in Bolzano, South Tyrol. The project partner Eurac invited participants to a two-day exchange and to discuss
Presentation of the herd protection competence center: Tiroler Oberland transhumance
Thomas Schranz, founder of the Tiroler Oberland migratory sheep farm in the Landeck district, looks after valuable, species-rich areas and alpine pastures. He advises
Shepherds are good for animals and pasture
Targeted grazing is beneficial for animals and habitat. This was the conclusion that could be drawn from the event that recently took place at
How can which mountain pastures in Austria be protected?
Austria’s alpine pastures differ greatly in terms of upwelling numbers, altitude and terrain. In the course of the LIFEstockProtect project, an evaluation scheme for
SAVE THE DATE – Livestock Protection Day in Salern – 24.-26.10.2024
Salern, South Tyrol The Livestock Protection Days in Salern focus on shepherds and their work with various farm animals. Aspects such as professional requirements,
Sheep Grazing Project on Adige dyke: Sustainable Transhumance in South Tyrol
Experience the traditional transhumance along the Adige dyke with Daniel and Sandra and their 150 sheep. A sustainable grazing project in South Tyrol.
