Coexistence with Wolves and the Future of Shepherding: Roundtable at

Coexistence with wolves and the future of shepherding

On Saturday 6 June 2026, as part of the Festival de L’Altramontagna “Il Fiore del Baldo”, a roundtable will examine the sustainability of shepherding in the face of climate change, social shifts and wild fauna. The free event brings together shepherds, researchers and park managers for a practical discussion.

Event details

• Date: Saturday 6 June 2026
• Time: 18:30
• Event: Festival de L’Altramontagna “Il Fiore del Baldo”
• Admission: free

Speakers and topics

The session focuses on hands-on measures and technical guidance to support coexistence between livestock farming and wildlife. Scheduled contributions include:

• Barbara Crea – owner of Quelle del Baito: long-season alpine grazing, use of Maremma livestock guardian dogs and fencing to protect sheep and goats.
• Luca Battaglini – animal science expert, University of Turin: technical perspectives on herd management in mountain areas.
• Matteo Viviani – director, Adamello Brenta Natural Park: managing human-wildlife conflicts in protected areas.
• Alessandro Vaccari – coordinator, Ass. Agriturismo Trentino: territory enhancement and rural tourism insights.
• Francesco Romito – vice president of a wolf-focused association: awareness and coexistence strategies.

What attendees will learn

The roundtable is aimed at shepherds, environmental operators and mountain enthusiasts seeking practical solutions. Key takeaways include:

• animal protection methods (fencing, guardian dogs, shepherding practices);
• grazing strategies to preserve pastures and control woodland encroachment;
• on-site cheese production and direct marketing during alpine grazing seasons;
• field-based approaches to coexistence with wolves, built on adaptation and monitoring.

Who should attend

The event is useful for mountain farmers, park staff, guides, rural tourism operators and citizens interested in sustainable landscape management.

Practical note: the talk is part of the festival programme; check the official festival schedule for exact venue details and other sessions.