Key facts
- The buttero was historically central to livestock and rural life in the Maremma region.
- The traditional trade of the buttero is fading.
- New horsemen are working to preserve the region's history and identity.
For centuries, the buttero played a crucial role in the livestock and rural economy of the Maremma region, spanning parts of Lazio and Tuscany. This traditional way of life, deeply intertwined with the region's identity, is now facing a decline. Despite the fading trade, a new generation of horsemen is actively working to preserve the heritage and historical significance of the buttero, ensuring that this unique aspect of the Maremma's culture endures.