Aroma compounds of some Hyblean pasture species
The presence of dairy cattle in pastures of very great diversity in plant species presents an interesting problem for study. The objective of this study was, in combination with results of Carpino et al. (2003), to contribute to the characterization of Hyblean native species by utilizing GC–O and GC–MS analysis to identify compounds that may be used as markers to verify Ragusano cheeses as Protected Denomination of Origin (PDO) products.
Forage quality of native pasture in a Mediterannean area
Use of native pastures will support the relationship between quality of dairy products and their origin. The nutritional and chemical composition of individuals species and their mixtures are reported in this paper.
Forage quality of native pastures in a Mediterranean area
G. Licitra*, S. Carpino, I. Schadt, M. Avondo, S. Barresi Progetto Ibleo, Istituto di Scienze e Tecnologie dele Produzioni Animali, Università di Catania. Viale Europa, 134 / bis, 97100 Ragusa, Italy ABSTRACT Three field sites ni the Hyblean region of Sicily were studied for their forage quality and botanical composition. A total of 70 plant […]
