In the search for solutions to integrate livestock farming into fruit growing, we realized that there was no solution that would allow it in an adequate way, and that is where the Ki System was born.
Why use the Ki System?
Respond to a need
Our system responds to the needs of producers in terms of:
- Reduce the environmental impact of your production
- Lower costs
- Increase and diversify revenues
Benefiting producers
The KI System provides the following benefits:
- Less chemicals, more savings: Reduces the use of herbicides and fertilizers,
- Efficient pasture management: Controls unwanted weeds naturally.
- Reduction of operating costs: Generates savings in labor, fuel, among others,
- Business diversification: Integrates livestock and fruit production by incorporating a new business in the same productive property,
- Valorization of the production: It allows obtaining an ecological product, especially valued in sophisticated markets.
These benefits can not only be combined, but also enhance each other, generating a positive impact on the efficiency and profitability of the farm.
Benefit animals
The KI System is used for both sheep and goats, which is used so that the animals can graze on the different fruit crops without causing damage to them.
Sheep or goats benefit greatly from the presence of trees, as they enjoy shade in summer and shelter in winter. In addition, they have access to fresh and abundant pasture throughout the year, which improves their diet and well-being.
This system protects the animals from the effects of the weather. On hot days, they can stay in the shade without expending energy to regulate their body temperature. In winter, or in adverse conditions, they find shelter among the trees, reducing stress and the impact of inclement weather.
Integrating animals into fruit production provides them with a healthier and more comfortable environment compared to a field without shade or adequate access to water. This not only improves their quality of life, but also optimizes their performance and overall well-being.
Benefit trees
The integration of the Ki system in a fruit orchard significantly enriches the trees’ environment, as they benefit from the natural fertilization provided by the animals’ droppings and urine.
In addition, by using animals for weed control, the soil is progressively freed of chemical residues, allowing the regeneration of microbiological life. This favors the development of the root system of the trees, strengthening it and stimulating their growth.
By keeping the soil covered with grass, it is no longer exposed, which reduces its temperature and improves moisture retention. This not only optimizes water use, but also facilitates its infiltration through the roots and the biological galleries that begin to form, promoting a more balanced and resilient ecosystem.
Benefit the environment
By integrating the Ki system in our productions, we favor the whole ecosystem: soil, water, air and landscape. We stop polluting and start regenerating.
- We regenerate the soil by eliminating the use of herbicides and chemical fertilizers that degrade its biodiversity and affect its natural fertility.
- We protect water sourcesby preventing runoff contamination when it rains and reducing the impact of agrochemicals on rivers and groundwater.
- We improve air qualityby eliminating herbicide drift released during application.
- We take care of our healthWe reduce the presence of chemical residues in the food we consume.
- We reduce our carbon footprintby avoiding dependence on imported inputs that generate emissions due to their transportation from remote locations.
- We reduce the use of machinerywhich means less consumption of fossil fuels and less emission of polluting gases.
Prevent damage
Thanks to the use of KI muzzles and the implementation of this system, grazing can be carried out throughout the productive cycle of the fruit trees without harming them.
Without the muzzles, the animals would not be able to remain on the property once the plants begin to sprout because they eat the shoots and leaves (browsing).
It must be taken into account that the muzzle prevents the animals from eating upwards, this means that depending on the breed we wish to incorporate to the farm, the category and the size, the animals will eat from approximately one meter high downwards.
Another important point to take into account is the type of production, since there are many production systems for a crop and this can generate that it works for one system and not for another.
How does the KI system work?
The Ki System is based on the existence of fruit trees, animals and also a supply of pasture for animal feed.
The Ki muzzles have been designed and developed with a focus on animal welfare. animal welfare and production efficiency. Its development took a year and a half of tests in different fruit farms with several varieties of crops before its commercial launch.
The design of the muzzle and its harness prevents the animals from browsing and other damage to fruit trees when their heads are up, thus protecting crops. However, does not limit their feeding capacityThe feeding capacity is not limited, since it allows them to graze normally when they lower their heads.
The design of the muzzle and its harness ensures optimal adaptation according to the breed and category of the animal. Thanks to this innovation, the system facilitates the integration of livestock in different types of crops, from traditional to organicfrom traditional production to organic systems, offering an effective and sustainable solution.
