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A deeply‐rooted tradition
Over 34 Mha (>65% of territory) were grazed in the 1940s.Currently, estimates of 20 Mha (40%), most of this is Annex 1 habitats. Natura 2000 terrestrial sites in Spain cover over 27% of its surface area.
Biggest area and diversityof extensive livestocksystems in the EU
Livestock‐track network
Example: Andalucía, southern Spain. (3x the size of Belgium)
Slide: J.L.G. Rebollar
Quick survey: 12 examples gathered in a couple of days from members of the Spanish Plataforma for extensive livestock systems and pastoralism.
Many linked to: Transhumance routes (long treks or horseback rides) Shepherd‐for‐one‐day experiencesMilking and cheese production Organic production systems Agro‐tourism lodges Landscapes of outstanding beauty Bird‐watching Cultural traditions
For links to specific ecotourism offers, please visit: http://www.ganaderiaextensiva.org/ecoturismo‐y‐ganaderia/http://www.ganaderiaextensiva.org/ecoturismo‐y‐ganaderia‐ii/
Are Spanish graziers involved in ecotourism activities?
CAP support case study: Almería, SE SpainSantiaga Sánchez, sheep farmer in the arid uplands of Almería Less‐favoured area (>1000 m a.s.l.) Participating in a wildfire prevention programme (RAPCA) Organic production (agri‐environment payments) Native hardy breed of sheep, with a strong breeders association, PGI, abattoir, cooperatives, etc. Shepherd school, 5th edition, with EAFRD funds
Video on: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Veb_7a‐Uok
