The aim of this study was to monitor the characteristics of Sarda sheep farms in order to evaluate the welfare of animals reared in semi-extensive conditions. We observed 88 flocks of Sarda sheep, located in the province of Siena. A questionnaire was drawn up to gather information about farm structures, flock management, pasture, milking systems and health conditions and filled out together with the farmer. Data showed a wide variety of farm types especially regarding size, consistency and structures.
Titolo: | Assessment of sheep welfare: first results on Sarda breed reared in Tuscany | |
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Anno del prodotto: | 2007 | |
Abstract: | The aim of this study was to monitor the characteristics of Sarda sheep farms in order to evaluate the welfare of animals reared in semi-extensive conditions. We observed 88 flocks of Sarda sheep, located in the province of Siena. A questionnaire was drawn up to gather information about farm structures, flock management, pasture, milking systems and health conditions and filled out together with the farmer. Data showed a wide variety of farm types especially regarding size, consistency and structures. | |
Handle: | http://hdl.handle.net/11568/117958 | |
ISBN: | 9789290980407 | |
Appare nelle tipologie: | 4.1 Contributo in Atti di convegno |
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