The Benefits of Agroforestry in Pig Farming

Key Points

• To investigate the benefits of agroforestry practices, particularly silvopastoralism, in pig farming.
• Overview of traditional pig grazing practices in woodlands and wooded meadows
• Description of agroforestry systems used in Occitanie
• Analysis of environmental and welfare impacts associated with these practices.
• Silvopastoralism improves soil health by enhancing biodiversity.
• Pigs in wooded areas show better welfare indicators than those in conventional systems.
• Agroforestry practices contribute to sustainable farming by reducing feed costs.