[Economic management estimate of different environmentally-friendly animal husbandry systems]

This contribution compares conventional and ecological animal production systems. This financial analysis considers dairy farming and pig production and takes into account the individual options and aims of the farms. The profitability changing a conventional animal production system to an ecological system depends on many different parameters. A general statement with regard to all farms and farm systems is not possible. In addition to the farmers qualification, the marketing options, the location of the farm, the mode of operation and the financial situation when change to ecological production is envisaged determine prospects for success and profitability.