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Pata Negra Ham The future of acorn-fed Iberian ham in Extremadura is at a crossroads, driven by the dual priorities of regenerating the dehesa (grassland) and ensuring transparency in product labeling. These essential topics took center stage during the "Territorio Pata Negra" (Pata Negra Territory) Technical Conference, part of the 35th Jerez de los Caballeros Iberian Ham and Dehesa Fair. Organized by the Jerez Industrial Association (Asinje) and the city council, this event attracted around 100 experts, including livestock farmers, researchers, and industry stakeholders, to address this iconic product's pressing challenges. Challenges: Dehesa Regeneration and Labeling Clarity A primary concern highlighted at the conference was the health of the dehesa, a unique agroforestry system fundamental to producing acorn-fed Iberian ham. One of the most pressing issues is "La Seca" (The Dry Season), a disease affecting holm oaks, which are essential for the pigs’ diet o...