Estancia Los Potreros SA

Estancia Los Potreros is an exclusive 6,000-acre working cattle farm that has remained in the same Anglo-Argentine family for four generations. Cordoba is known for its good weather and healthy climate. Secluded above the Sierras Chicas the farm sets the highest standards. The personal attention to detail is more in keeping with a past age. The food is varied and delicious and local wines worth tasting. Estancia life can be combined with walking and bird watching, it also provides the unique experience of distance riding, Los Potreros is unrivalled in its fabulous horses.

This is a small family-run business, where tourism blends in carefully with the working cattle farm (Aberdeen Angus) and stud farm and works in symbiosis with the local eco-systems. Tourists are encouraged to learn about the region and all activities are focused on enjoying the natural beauty of the area.

The horses are bred locally and the farm is the source of employment for a number of local people. The farm believe in totally organic farming; they do not use any growth hormones, pesticides, insecticides or chemical fertilizers. They are careful not to overgraze and keep the stocking rate to a minimum level that allows the natural grasses to regenerate. The cattle and horses are free range and the cattle eat back certain paddocks to build natural fire breaks in the winter. 

Food is sourced locally and all waste, washing etc. is sensitive to the local environment. Although recycling is just beginning in Argentina, bottles are recycled & and take wine bottles back to the winery to fill up with Los Potreros wine! Most energy is naturally produced (90% wind or solar generated), but a generator is used for back up purposes. 

The farm supports the local school; donations are in kind and they work on various improvement projects including the water works, building an oven, providing cooking pots and pans, first aid kits and solar energy system.