Bussu Farm
Cristina Bussu, a 45-year-old farmer from the province of Nuoro, manages a 205-hectare farm dedicated exclusively to sheep breeding. With 18 years of agricultural experience and formal training in animal welfare, nutrition, and forage cultivation, she operates with the support of two family members. The farm provides 100% of her household income, estimated at around €110,000 annually. Cristina is a member of the Consorzio per la Tutela dell’Agnello di Sardegna IGP, ensuring that her production meets certified regional standards for high-quality lamb. Farm infrastructure includes spacious animal housing, storage facilities, and a complete range of machinery for forage production and dairy handling, supporting an efficient and professional enterprise.
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Location:Province of Nuoro, Sardinia, Italy
Farm Type:Specialised Sheep Farm with Certified Lamb Production and On-farm Feed Cultivation
Daily life in Bussu Farm
Each day begins with feeding and caring for the flock of Sarda sheep, which includes ewes, rams, and replacement lambs all bred and raised on the farm. Milking follows the morning routines, with milk collected for direct sale. Seasonal fieldwork focuses on forage production—haymaking, harvesting, and pasture management—ensuring autonomy in feed supply. Lambing, which occurs annually in late spring, is a central moment of the farming cycle, with lambs weaned at one month and sold locally. Daily work also includes maintaining equipment, overseeing veterinary visits, and preparing products for market, reflecting a balance of tradition and modern farm management.
