SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE

Our farms are part of a unique Mediterranean Ecosystem used to raise cattle since ever – the “Montado Alentejano” (Holm Oaks and Cork Oaks), an iconic landscape and a paradise of biodiversity conservation, clean air and other natural conditions.

DRIVING VALUE WITH A SUSTAINABLE INTEGRATED BREEDING SYSTEM

Our Sustainable Integrated Breeding System is based on international best practices that optimize resource use and improve productivity to minimize environmental impact and in ethical principles respecting the animals, the nature and the consumers. It includes quality operational protocols, in accordance with ISO9001-2015 certification and follows the strict European legislation on animal welfare and environmental protection. The system output is premium quality sustainable and healthier products for consumers and communities.

WE PROTECT BIODIVERSITY

Biodiversity underpins all ecosystems on the planet. Every form of life contributes to a delicate and essential balance in environmental health. Protecting the biodiversity of the Montado Alentejano ensures that it continues to thrive for future generations.

We practice rotational management
We move animals between farms naturally
We preserve biodiverse pastures and natural ponds
We regularly plant trees

"Low Carbon Livestock"

This certification means that the practices adopted on our agricultural farms are responsible, sustainable and contribute to carbon sequestration. In other words, the balance between carbon emitted and carbon sequestered is neutral.
The certification scheme is based on the methodology used by the Portuguese Environment Agency (APA) and the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) in preparing their reports. It also uses the methodology of the Institute for Nature Conservation and Forestry (ICNF) to calculate the carbon storage of forest species.
Certified by: AGRICERT