Heum milk management: Austria's cultural heritage protects nature and climate!

Heum milk management: Austria's cultural heritage protects nature and climate!

The traditional hay milk industry in the Austrian Alpine arch has now reached a glamorous status. The United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization has recognized this centuries-old practice as an agricultural cultural heritage of global importance. Christian Kröll, who, together with his brother Heinrich Kröll, leads the Zillertal experiences of experience in the third generation, is enthusiastic and emphasized: "So you can say that there is a whole World Heritage Site in every hay milk product of the Zillertal experiences!" This form of dairy farming is not only a tradition, but also an expression of a sustainable lifestyle that is cultivated in harmony with nature. The Zillertal is known for its species -rich alpine meadows, which offer the cows a healthy livelihood.

insights into the world of hay milk

Visitors to the Zillertal can take an exciting look behind the scenes of the Heumilch-Production. In Austria's first show sensory, guests experience how hay milk products are manufactured. Audioguides and interactive displays clarify over the entire manufacturing process, from delivery of the milk to cheese ripening. In addition to the different types of cheese, visitors can enjoy the diverse hay milk products in a tasting. The show is an attraction for the whole family.

For the little ones there is all sorts to discover on the adjacent farm, including the Tyrolean gray cattle as well as playful activities such as a mini tractor course and a huge slide. The local dairy kitchen spoils the guests with traditional Zillertal specialties, which are prepared from fresh, seasonal hay milk products. With the recognition as a cultural heritage, the hay milk economy is not only honored, but also emphasized as a valuable basis for tourism and climate protection, as the apaotot emphasizes.