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What is the montanera?
Durante los meses de otoño e invierno, la montanera marca el periodo más importante en la cría del cerdo ibérico. En las dehesas de Extremadura, los animales se alimentan de manera natural de bellotas, hierbas y raíces, recorriendo amplias superficies que les permiten desarrollar una musculatura equilibrada y una infiltración de grasa que garantiza el…
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Zafra International Livestock Fair 2025
The Dehesa de Extremadura Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) actively participated last week in the Zafra International Livestock Fair and the 572nd Traditional San Miguel Fair (FIG 2025), held from October 2 to 7 at the Zafra fairgrounds. During the opening ceremony, our PDO had the honor of receiving a visit…
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Wildfires in Extremadura and the Role of the PDO Dehesa de Extremadura in Ecosystem Recovery
The summer of 2025 has been especially devastating for Extremadura, where wildfires have destroyed more than 45,000 hectares between August 1 and 21, according to estimates from the European Commission’s European Forest Fire Information System (EFFIS) of Copernicus. Among the most severe incidents is the Jarilla...
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Caja Rural de Extremadura and the D.O.P. Dehesa de Extremadura announce the 26th edition of the Espiga Iberian Ham Award
Caja Rural de Extremadura, in collaboration with the Denomination of Protected Origin Dehesa de Extremadura and under the technical direction of INTAEX-CICYTEX, announces the 26th edition of the Espiga Iberian Ham Award, a benchmark competition in the sector and in promoting the excellence of acorn-fed Iberian ham. As a novelty, this year introduces…
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Science and nutrition endorse Iberian ham as an ally for physical performance
A study presented at the Faculty of Medicine of the Complutense University of Madrid confirms that regular consumption of Iberian ham provides significant benefits for muscle health and sports recovery. Under the title 'Ham and Life: Nutrition that Performs,' doctors Luis Montiel and Francisco Tovar shared the results of this research, …
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Dehesa de Extremadura, new official sponsor of CD Extremadura
The Protected Designation of Origin Dehesa de Extremadura, a symbol of excellence in Iberian ham from Extremadura, is proud to announce a new sponsorship agreement with CD Extremadura for the 2025-2026 season. As part of this agreement, our logo will appear on the sleeve of all the club’s official shirts, as well as on other elements...
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Traceability from the Acorn: a guarantee of quality in the production of 100% Iberian pigs
Among the certification tasks carried out by the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) *Dehesa de Extremadura*, one of the most important is the control of the number of 100% Ibérico pigs that can be certified each season, based on the real capacity of the ecosystem. This capacity is directly linked to the total acorn production…
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Señorío de Montanera, chosen as the best ham brand in the world: a recognition of its commitment to excellence and the Dehesa de Extremadura PDO
The Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) Dehesa de Extremadura proudly celebrates the recognition awarded to Señorío de Montanera, named the best ham brand in the world. This accolade is the result of the brand’s dedication to excellence, its impeccable track record, and unwavering commitment — qualities that have preserved the essence of pure Ibérico ham and elevated it to the highest standards.
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The Regulatory Council of the DOP Dehesa de Extremadura announces elections for the renewal of its board members (*Correction)
El Consejo Regulador de la Denominación de Origen Protegida Dehesa de Extremadura ha convocado oficialmente el proceso electoral para la renovación de sus vocales, tal y como establece el artículo 19 de sus Estatutos. La convocatoria, publicada en el Diario Oficial de Extremadura, marca el inicio de un calendario electoral detallado que garantizará la representación…
