SiciliAlleva - Livestock Exhibition

A showcase of Sicilian livestock in Alia

SiciliAlleva is the major livestock and agri-food event that brings the town of Alia, a small village in the Madonie mountains in the province of Palermo, to life every October. Established to explore themes of agricultural, rural, and food development in the region, the exhibition has become a key reference point for breeders, producers, and enthusiasts from across Sicily.

Native breeds in the spotlight

The heart of the event is the livestock show, set up at the Campo Boario in Contrada Borbone: here, visitors can admire the most representative specimens of Sicily's livestock heritage up close. Highlights include the Valle del Belìce sheep, native beef cattle breeds, dairy sheep, and the fascinating native Sicilian horse. The exhibitions are accompanied by morphological evaluations, awards for the best animals, and moments dedicated to biodiversity conservation.

Festivals, flavors, and ancient crafts

SiciliAlleva is about more than just breeding: a rich gastronomic program comes to life along Via Garibaldi and in the town squares. The Quinto Quarto Festival, dedicated to traditional offal dishes, and the local beef festival offer tastings of typical products accompanied by live music. There are also demonstrations of ancient crafts such as wool spinning and traditional basket weaving, as well as milking demonstrations and a traditional farmers' breakfast.

Conferences and rural culture

The event dedicates ample space to discussion: conferences and workshops with experts, representatives of trade organizations (Coldiretti, ASSONAPA, Slow Food Sicilia), the University of Palermo, and regional institutions address the challenges and opportunities of Sicilian livestock farming. Completing the picture is the traditional equestrian parade that winds through the streets of Alia, a major draw for the public.

An experience to live

Between the scent of Madonie specialties, the spectacle of the animals on display, and the festive atmosphere that permeates the village, SiciliAlleva represents a unique opportunity to discover the richness of the Alia territory and the rural identity of the Madonie. An event that combines the promotion of the agricultural sector, the enhancement of native breeds, and the genuine pleasure of Sicilian cuisine.