16/05/2026
Friday at the European Angus Forum in Romania offered participants a highly diverse program, combining beef cattle farming, the natural beauty of the Carpathian Mountains, local culture, and Romanian hospitality.
The day began with a visit to the ANDROANGUS farm in Cârțișoara, Sibiu County — a company built around a strong vertically integrated production model. The entire production chain, from cattle breeding to the final beef product, is managed within the company itself. One of the farm’s key strengths is its own slaughterhouse and the full traceability system “from embryo to final product,” which the company strongly emphasizes in its branding.
Founded in 2014, the company has grown into a herd of nearly 600 animals. In addition to cattle production, the farm manages a significant area of agricultural land for feed production. One particularly interesting aspect was the cooperation with a nearby dairy farm, which helps increase finishing cattle volumes and supports the overall efficiency of beef production. The system combines grassland management, feed production, finishing, genetics, and meat marketing into one complete production chain.
The middle of the day included a visit to the famous Dracula Castle in Bran, offering participants a cultural and historical interlude between the intensive farm visits. The castle, surrounded by the breathtaking Carpathian landscape, perfectly reflected the unique atmosphere of the region and helped explain why this area has become one of Romania’s most iconic destinations.
The second half of the day took participants to Vaduri Ranch, also known as Domeniul Vaduri, located in Covasna County. While Androangus represented a larger-scale and highly integrated production system, Vaduri Ranch impressed visitors as a warm and authentic family business where cattle farming, nature, and agritourism were beautifully combined.
The mountainous and stunningly green surroundings left a strong emotional impression. Aberdeen Angus cattle grazing among forests and hills created a picture that perfectly matched the ranch’s philosophy — peaceful, natural, and authentic rural life. In addition to beef cattle farming, the ranch also offers agritourism services, allowing guests to experience farm life, local cuisine, and the special character of Romanian nature firsthand.
The evening ended around the Vaduri family’s welcoming dinner table with dancing and celebration accompanied by live music from a local band. After a long day filled with farm visits, Carpathian landscapes, and professional discussions, the evening provided a perfect opportunity to experience the warmth, joy, and genuine hospitality of Romanian culture.