Combining cattle with forestry

Key Points

• This research aims to investigate how integrating cattle with forestry can improve livestock management systems.
• Evaluated high production systems focusing on protein-rich grasses.
• Explored the benefits of silvopasture in terms of shelter and shade for livestock.
• Assessed dietary diversity and resilience in mixed land-use practices.
• Silvopasture increases resilience in livestock systems.
• Integration provides better shelter and shade compared to traditional methods.
• Enhanced dietary diversity leads to improved livestock health.