Caracterização de uma dehesa ecológica na Espanha: um estudo de caso na Andaluzia

Abstract

With the main focus the characterization of ecologically agriculture in Spain, we aimed to identify the main components of an ecological dehesa, presenting a case study in the locality La Carolina, which is part of the municipality of Jaén. The selected property for the study works with extensive farming of sheep, laying hens and olive cultivation, producing an environmentally friendly manner since the year 2004. Through this means, it was possible to describe the dehesa as ample production system and use multiple of the territory, discussing its production, biological, environmental and social benefits, problems faced and aspects related to the sustainable management of its production.