Sustainable livestock farming in Mallorca: Our commitment to the environment
Conscious farming: the taste of doing things right
When you wake up before dawn to check on the livestock, day after day for decades, you come to understand a fundamental truth: the land does not belong to us, we belong to it. At Ramaders Agrupats, we know this well because we have been raising animals on this island for generations, learning that respect for the environment is not just an ethical matter, but the only way to produce truly exceptional products.
Sustainable livestock farming is not a trend for us nor a marketing term. It is our way of life. We start with the basics: animal welfare. Our cattle enjoy space to move, fresh air, and a diet based on what the land naturally offers, complemented with antibiotic-free feed mostly produced in Mallorca.
This rotational grazing system we practice benefits both the animals and the environment. The livestock naturally fertilizes the soil, vegetation is controlled without heavy machinery, and the island’s traditional landscapes are kept alive. Additionally, the diversity of herb species consumed by our animals directly translates into tastier, more nutritious meat.
We have also incorporated water management systems that allow us to reduce consumption and reuse water for pasture irrigation. Our facilities use solar energy as much as possible, and waste generated is composted or converted into biogas.
The result of all this effort can be tasted in our meat. As my grandfather used to say: “A well-cared-for animal gives good meat.” That Mallorcan beef stew we offer today wouldn’t be the same without this daily commitment to sustainability. Because authentic flavor only emerges when the natural rhythm of things is respected.
Recipe: Mallorcan beef stew with seasonal vegetables
Ingredients
- 800g beef snout
- 2 onions
- 3 carrots
- 2 zucchinis
- 200g fresh peas
- 2 potatoes
- 1 glass of Mallorcan red wine
- thyme
- bay leaf
- extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
- salt
- pepper
Preparation
Brown the beef cut into pieces in a pot with oil. Remove it and in the same oil, sauté the onions. Add the chopped carrots and potatoes. Add the beef, wine, herbs, and water to cover. Simmer for 1 hour. Add the zucchinis and fresh peas and cook for another 15 minutes. Serve hot.
